by Beth Felsen | Aug 31, 2025 | Coaching 101, College Readiness, High School, Life Transitions
Graduating high school is a proud moment for any family. But while some parents confidently send their teen off to college, others lie awake wondering if their child is ready for the academic, social and independent living demands. For neurotypical students, the leap...
by Beth Felsen | Jul 31, 2025 | Coaching 101, College Readiness, High School, Life Transitions
From Beth, Founder of Spectrum Transition Coaching When I talk to queer and neurodivergent students getting ready for college, one theme comes up again and again: Will I find my people? It’s a real fear and an incredibly valid one. College can feel like it was...
by Beth Felsen | Jul 31, 2025 | Coaching 101, College Readiness, Life Transitions
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...
by Beth Felsen | Jun 26, 2025 | Coaching 101, College Readiness, Life Transitions
There’s something uniquely exciting and totally overwhelming about the start of college. For autistic students, that “blank slate” feeling can be both a relief and a stressor. Suddenly, students are expected to make decisions that will shape their entire first year...
by Beth Felsen | May 30, 2025 | Coaching 101, College Readiness, High School, Life Transitions
When you dream about college, you picture smiling move-in day photos, inspiring professors, newfound independence for your student and a path towards a fulfilling future. What you don’t picture (but what too many families face) is the pain of a student coming home...
by Beth Felsen | Apr 29, 2025 | Coaching 101, College Readiness, High School, Life Transitions
Your autistic high school student has crossed a major milestone – high school graduation! Now as you prepare to turn the page to summer, you may be feeling a little different than summers past. Typically, this was a time to recharge and relax with camp, relaxed...
