Supporting youths with special needs as they move toward adulthood requires thoughtful, personalized care. This transition isn’t just a phase—it’s a journey that calls for practical skill-building, strong relationships, and deep community roots. In my practice, I focus on nurturing independence through everyday experiences, building self-advocacy, daily living, and vocational skills in ways that feelContinueContinue reading “Navigating the Transition to Adulthood in Louisville: Essential Resources”
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For Therapists & Educators: A Free “Pointing to Request” Lesson Plan (ReThink Compatible)
This program teaches protoimperative pointing to help children aged 1-5 request items through reaching and gaze-shifting. It emphasizes individual adaptation based on clients’ needs, including those with eye contact challenges. Methods focus on 1:1 sessions and leveraging joint attention, aiming to respectfully strengthen clients’ requesting skills.
Spectrum Behavioral Services of Kentuckiana 