Video: Selecting caregivers and therapists for a child with autism
AutismHangout
Email successfully sent
close windowSelection of the best caregivers and therapists for a child with autism is dependent upon a number of variables. The ones we find most predictive of success are experience, education and fit with the child's personality and learning style.
Mae Wilkinson provides tips and a sample scorecard for evaluating the relative strengths of one caregiver/therapist against another. The scorecard is found below as well.
Related Articles
Difficult teens with autism, and guest psychologist's observations
The following are some thoughtful words from a psychologist to a Social Thinking clinician regarding two teen ..
Video: Help in navigating social situations
Author John Merges has a meaningful, deliberate approach to teaching our special kids how best to respond in s ..
Video: Dr. Sarita Freedman discusses disclosing autism to others
When do you tell a child about their autism? When do you tell the family? What about friends? And teachers? ..
