Spectrum Transition Coaching Blog
Stories, lessons and tips from my coaching practice
Coaching and Therapy: How to decide what is right for your student
In the world of autism, one of the best things you can do for your student is to build their support team. It’s important for your student to have trusted adults, outside of parents, to guide their academic and personal development. But with so many roles and titles,...
Fall Semester Roadmap: Your 4-week Plan to a Smooth Semester at College
It’s been a long road to get here. Going way back to the AP/SAT/ACT world of junior year to the application madness of senior year to a summer of preparation for the big move in day. Your family made it through the monumental milestone of move-in day –...
Why Social Communication Matters (and a free webinar invite!)
When I talk with autistic young adults about their goals and challenges, I notice one common theme: How can I feel more comfortable and less stressed when talking and meeting people? The question or specific concern may vary, but the core challenge these young adults...
Is a Gap Year Right for My Student? A Guest Post by Eric Endlich, Ph.D.
Today I'm honored to share a guest post from my friend and colleague, Eric Endlich. As the founder of Top College Consultants, Eric works with neurodiverse high school students to help them navigate the college application process. From selecting universities to...
Help Wanted: Tools and Resources to Help You Find, Get, and Keep a Job
‘Tis the season! No, not the one with reindeer and jolly men with white beards. It is job hunting season! Whether you are a high school or college student looking for a summer job, a recent grad looking to launch a career, or the parent of a job-seeking young adult,...
Past Blog Posts
Coaching and Therapy: How to decide what is right for your student
In the world of autism,...
Fall Semester Roadmap: Your 4-week Plan to a Smooth Semester at College
It’s been a long road...
Why Social Communication Matters (and a free webinar invite!)
When I talk with...
Is a Gap Year Right for My Student? A Guest Post by Eric Endlich, Ph.D.
Today I'm honored to...
Help Wanted: Tools and Resources to Help You Find, Get, and Keep a Job
‘Tis the season! No,...
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Revisiting our Friendship Handbook – A Guide for Autistic Young Adults to Develop Friendships
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Building Your Team (Part 4) – IEP Transition Services by Frances Shefter
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Building Your Team (Part 2) – Working toward independence in autistic teens and young adults by Gabriele Nicolet
As a coach, I think...
Building Your Team (Part 3) – They Won’t Be In School Forever by Eric Jorgensen
The transition from...
Building Your Team (Part 1) – Supporting your Young Adult with Autism
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Setting Goals that Stick + Free Download
Setting Goals that...
Less loneliness and more community? Yes, please!
Less loneliness and...
Demystifying Disability Law
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Featured Resources
- thearcofnova.org/programs/transition The ARC of NOVA
- fairfaxcounty.gov/community-services-board/ Fairfax County
- aane.org Aspergers / Autism Network
- asnv.org The Autism Society of Northern Virginia
- ds.gmu.edu/mason-autism-support-initiative George Mason Autism Support Initiative
- collegesteps.org College Steps