Spectrum Transition Coaching Blog
Stories, lessons and tips from my coaching practice
Strengths & Challenges of Autism: Self-Advocacy
Strengths and support needs of autism Let's continue our discussion on the duality of autism. With my clients, I often talk about how autism brings incredible gifts and superpowers that create your unique personality - there is no one in the world exactly like you! On...
Everything you want to know about College Semester Support
The lazy days of summer are numbered and soon it will be back to school season! For parents of autistic college students, that means planning for move-in day, buying supplies and hoping for a successful semester. We can do better than just hoping for a smooth...
It’s All Connected: How your brain impacts your relationships
We often think of our lives in distinct buckets: Work/school.Friends.Family.Health.Leisure.Diet.Sleep. Would it surprise you to know that the science shows that we are far more connected? The mind-body-relationship-stress connection has tangible impacts on my...
Upcoming Webinar: Autism and GI Disorders
Autism and GI Disorders: Understanding the problem Patients with autism have a much higher chance of developing a special kind of gastrointestinal disorder called a Disorder of Gut-Brain Interaction. Let’s avoid years of unnecessary pain and medical visits by learning...
All About Jobs! Neurodiverse Job Resources and Hiring Programs
Looking for a job can be a complicated process. From crafting your resume to finding opportunities through interviewing, negotiating and accepting a role, it requires both strategic and emotional skills. Looking for a job also requires a big dose of resilience to...
Past Blog Posts
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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Running on Empty: Self care for parents of neurodivergent kids
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Revisiting our Friendship Handbook – A Guide for Autistic Young Adults to Develop Friendships
Whether you love or...
An Autism Coach’s Perspective on Amazon’s As We See It: An Apt Title for a Significant Series
More than a few people...
Building Your Team (Part 4) – IEP Transition Services by Frances Shefter
We’ve all been through...
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
Sylvester Stallone’s...
Setting Goals that Stick + Free Download
Setting Goals that...
Less loneliness and more community? Yes, please!
Less loneliness and...
Demystifying Disability Law
Demystifying Disability...
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