If you’ve ever heard someone say, “They’re high-functioning,” or “Oh, that child is low-functioning,” you’ve probably picked up on a common way people talk about autism. 

On the surface, these labels seem like a quick way to describe a person’s...

Ever had a moment where you felt completely overwhelmed, only to realize later that you were just hungry? (I call this hangry). Or found yourself snapping at people, only to realize you really needed a break? That’s interoception at play—or in many cases, not playing nice.

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Emotional regulation can be a challenge, especially for neurodivergent children who experience emotions in a big way.

As caregivers, therapists, and educators, we can create a supportive environment that helps children feel safe, understood, and empowered in managing their emotions.

Here are...

Let’s talk about eye contact. It’s one of those things that always seems to pop up in therapy goals—but should it?  

Forcing Autistic kids to make eye contact isn’t the magic social skills fix people think it is. 

In fact, it can do way more harm than...

Let’s talk about one of the biggest questions I get from parents and therapists:

What are the early signs of autism, and what do they actually look like in real life?

Spoiler alert: It’s not as simple as a checklist, and it’s definitely not about looking for deficits. 

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