Quick answer: To navigate the transition from school to summer, talk with the school team about summer focus areas, share the plan with private therapists, schedule therapies early, tuck “work” into everyday moments, and keep notes so fall planning and IEP updates are easier. My beautiful Elizabeth is 26 years old, soon to be 27. […]
A Parent’s Perspective: Navigating the Therapy World
Quick answer: For us, therapy worked best when (1) the therapist was a true fit for my child, (2) the schedule was sustainable long term, and (3) we planned for homework and built it into everyday routines. Elizabeth has been in therapy since she was 2.5 years old. She is now 26. That means she […]
Avoiding Backsliding: The Active Effort of Practicing Good Habits
Quick answer: When routines change, even strong skills can “backslide.” Practicing good habits helps us most. I STOP, pause my cues, and remember Elizabeth can do it and knows she can. Practicing good habits has been on my mind a lot lately. I am about 4 months out from the fall that broke my leg. […]