Blog Category: ASD
Transition Planning: Daily and Independent Living
By: Shreeja Vachhani, MSW Intern & Janelle Schenk, LMSW
December 6, 2024
This blog highlights three critical areas of support; healthcare, housing, and employment. We explore how each of these domains plays a vital role in helping individuals build and strengthen the daily living skills necessary for a successful transition into adulthood.
Gender Expression and Autism Spectrum Disorder
By: Emily Doane, MSW Intern & Juno Ottathengil, LLMSW
November 15, 2024
Since 2010, there has been a link shown in research between the autism population and an increased rate of reported gender dysphoria or gender incongruent feelings. We provide evidence-based research to further discuss this link...
Autism and Internet Communication
By: Maisy Seale, MSW Intern & Janelle Schenk, LMSW
October 25, 2024
The internet can be a great space for autistic individuals to make friends and find a community of people with similar interests. It can be helpful for parents, teachers, and other professionals to teach autistic individuals how to navigate the internet safely. Read on to learn more..
Embracing a Sensory-Friendly and Inclusive Halloween: Tips for All Families
By: Yexenia Vanegas and Janelle Schenk, LMSW
October 11, 2024
Halloween is a delightful holiday, filled with fun and a bit of harmless fright. But it’s essential that we strive to ensure it’s an enjoyable experience for everyone.
De-escalation Strategies
By: Christine Charpie, MSW Intern & Janelle Schenk, LMSW
August 23, 2024
De-escalation techniques are crucial for managing high-stress situations. Read on for tips and strategies to add to your tool box..
Neuroaffirming Approaches for Discussing Disability
By: Jessica Tschida, M.A., TLLP, and Janelle Schenk, LMSW
July 19, 2024
Discussing disability in a neuroaffirming manner at home and within clinical services can have important and positive implications for disabled individuals. Read on to learn more about the Social Model for understanding disability.
Self-Regulation Strategies for Parents of Neurodivergent Children
By: Shreeja Vachhani, MSW Intern & Janelle Schenk, LMSW
July 12, 2024
Parenting can be tough, even under the best circumstances, and managing stress is an essential part of the journey. We have put together a few practical, and easy-to-implement, self-regulation strategies designed to support when emotions run high.
Socioeconomic Status & Autism Spectrum Disorder
By: Christine Charpie, MSW Intern & Janelle Schenk, LMSW
June 28, 2024
Improving access and education about autism is crucial for reducing socioeconomic disparities in obtaining services related to ASD. Read on for an overview of the current research on SES and ASD; including two studies that gave differing conclusions.
Water Safety
By: Maisy Seale, MSW Intern & Janelle Schenk, LMSW
June 21, 2024
Swimming can be one of the most thrilling parts of summer for a child, but it can also be one of the most dangerous. Take time to create appropriate safety plans, now, for a worry-free summer!
Autism Spectrum & Eating Out
By: Zachary Burton, MSW Intern and Janelle Schenk, LMSW
June 14, 2024
This blog details strategies for supporting your child at restaurants, create a more accessible restaurant, and tips to help you enjoy your restaurant experience as an autistic adult.
How to Tell your Child About the Medical Diagnosis of a Loved One, Part II
By: Emily Doane, MSW Intern & Janelle Schenk, LMSW
June 7, 2024
When sharing a loved one's medical diagnosis, many of the tips and guidelines appropriate for neurotypical children are also relevant for autistic children, just with a few additional recommendations.
Therapy Animals
By: Christine Charpie, MSW Intern & Janelle Schenk, LMSW
May 31, 2024
Learn more about the differences between service and therapy dogs, as well as emotional support animals! The neurodivergent population benefits from animal companionship; we highlight the evidenced-based details here.