Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET are excited to welcome back Licensed Psychologist Donna Henderson and welcome Dr. Sarah Wayland, a special needs care navigator, certified relationship development intervention consultant and parenting coach. They share their story of how they became co-authors. They share their 5 layers of understanding of autism. They also share the strengths of autistic people. They discuss the importance of understanding not just cognitive and academic strengths but also character and behavioral strengths. They share how to support strengths and creative accommodations that require trial and error, metacognitive awareness, and flexibility.
Patreon: The conversation continues on Patreon where Donna and Sarah share their 3 tips for parents and 3 tips for professionals.
Donna Henderson and Dr. Sarah Wayland’s Books:
June 2023: Is this Autism? A Guide for Clinicians and Everyone Else
July 2023: Is this Autism? A Companion Guide for Diagnosing
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Other episodes mentioned:
Ep 141: Understanding Autism in Girls with Dr. Donna Henderson Part 1(Professionals Series)
Ep 142: Understanding Autism in Girls with Dr. Donna Henderson Part 2 (Professionals Series)
Ep 159: Understanding and Developing Motivation for Your Learner Part 1 (Author Series)
Ep 161: Understanding and Developing Motivation for Your Learner Part 2 (Author Series)
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