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How to Turn Your Child’s Special Interests Into Strengths

How to Turn Your Child’s Special Interests Into Strengths

Does your child have restricted interests? Maybe they dive deep into a subject and excitedly talk about it with anybody who will listen. Perhaps they shift every month or so from interest to interest, but they all connect in an interesting way.  For parents of unique...
Sensory Play Ideas for the Fall

Sensory Play Ideas for the Fall

Transitions are hard, and for many of our students, transitioning seasons and back to school at the same time can be a challenging time.  Sometimes, sensory play is a perfect activity to fit into an after-school routine or a weekend to help your child decompress as...
How to Handle Summer Screen Time with my Neurodivergent Child

How to Handle Summer Screen Time with my Neurodivergent Child

Summer is the season we all wait for, with its sunny days, vacations, family and friends, and a lot more free time. For neurodivergent children, however, all of that free time can be a little tricky. Yes, there is more time for outdoor activities, socializing, and...
4 Ways to Support a Neurodiverse Child in the Home Environment

4 Ways to Support a Neurodiverse Child in the Home Environment

Happy summer! Time for a slower pace, a lot more free time, and more family adventures. However, for those with children with autism, ADHD, or anxiety, summer can feel like a major disruption to a well-oiled machine. With so much predictability out the window, and...
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