OT Emily Menaker Tying shoes can be a difficult skill to learn. Our wonderful OT Ms. Emily Menaker introduced us to a method originally developed by Kim Mickely, COTA and we have to say, we are on board! Thank you, Ms. Emily! Steps to Tying Shoes: Straighten the laces and lay them on either side
Getting help during difficult times: Three things to know Tips on getting help in a global pandemic Three Things to Know about Getting Help during a Pandemic Parenting is hard, and even more so right now. Child operating manuals do not exist during “normal” times, let along during a global pandemic. Parents may struggle to
Adolescent and Young Adult Services Transition into adulthood with autism or other learning differences When raising a child, determining the best schools and programs is very important to you, the parent or guardian, and overall for the child's future. Raising a child on the autism spectrum or with other learning differences is no different. The types
Artist With Autism Receives Up To $25K For Sculptures People all over the world are actively working to change the narrative around autism and advocate for neurodiversity. For some, they refer to their autism diagnosis as a unique superpower that allows them to see the world in exciting and unique ways. From political activism to
Technically Fall is here, but here in SoCal we know it can remain pretty hot! Especially with these Santa Ana winds! So, we thought we would share some of our best water balloon activities in the Fall. Have Fun! Obstacle Course Water Slide Grab a water slide, water balloons, cones (or items that act
Blue Buckets assist kids who are nonverbal on Halloween. Many parents that have children with autism may feel that participating in Halloween can be a challenge. Although some obstacles may arise, all hope is not lost! Omairis Taylor, a staff sergeant stationed in Honolulu, raised awareness and hope by sharing with others through Facebook
Yvonne Bruinsma PH.D will be speaking at the NDBI Summit on October 21st, 2019! Yvonne Bruinsma Ph.D founded In STEPPS in 2010. She has more than 25 years of experience in the field. Yvonne previously gained extensive experience as the clinical director and clinical manager at several agencies and brought PRT to the Netherlands.
Mendy Minjarez, PhD is the Clinical Director at the Seattle Children’s Autism Center, the Program Director of their Applied Behavior Analysis Early Intervention Program, and an Assistant Professor in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Washington. Her career as a licensed psychologist has focused on assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children with ASD.
Dr. Gail G. McGee served on the faculty at Emory University School of Medicine for 26 years, where she was Director of the Emory Autism Center. As Director, she developed and supervised the diagnostic clinic, the MONARCH programs for inclusion of school-aged students, the Choices programs for adults with autism and Asperger disorder, and the
Sally J. Rogers, Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the MIND Institute, University of California Davis is a licensed psychologist and sees families and children regularly. She has been the principal investigator of many NIH funded programs of autism research involving the early development and early treatment of infants and toddlers with ASD.
