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Most of us know that the words we choose to describe others matter. Nevertheless it can be tough to stay on top of what language reduces st

A strengths-based approach to OT with kids on the spectrum allows us to strike a balance between accepting that autistic kids think differen

If we approach our work with a set of cookie-cutter interventions, we will quickly hit a wall. We will find ourselves presenting the same ac

In either of these scenarios, did the child learn a new skill to help them cope with the demands of daily life? Did you build your trust and

Everyone who’s worked with kids on the spectrum on tough goals knows that in order to be successful we have to tap into their motivation. N

When we teach flexibility, we can watch as our kids learn to look to their schedules to see what changes they can expect that day. We’ll fee

The process of being a new therapist, or an experienced therapist in a new setting, is truly stressful. And while it’s totally normal to fee

If you don’t have a toolbox full of autism-specific strategies, letting go of hand-over-hand can feel scary. After all, when your client can

Many parents and therapists have heard by now that visual supports can help kids make sense of their instructions. We know that receptive...