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5 Ways To Presume Competence Apr 13, 2023

As Speech-Language Pathologists, we know that the language we use matters.

Presuming competence is a core principle of neurodiversity affirming care. 

Using neurodiversity affirming language impacts not only our interactions with our clients but also how we frame reports, write goals, and...

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Why We Need to Presume Competence When Working with Autistic Children Apr 11, 2023

As a neurodiversity affirming SLP, it is vital to presume competence. Presuming competence means that you believe that every child, regardless of their abilities or disabilities, has the potential to learn and grow. It is a vital aspect of providing effective therapy and it is foundational to ND...

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Beyond Autism Awareness: Making the Shift to Autism Acceptance Apr 05, 2023

It’s April so you know what that means? It’s Autism Acceptance Month! 

You may have seen both the terms autism awareness and autism acceptance being used. Keep reading to learn the difference between autism awareness and autism acceptance. 

The History of Autism...

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Top Tips for Supporting Sensory Seekers Mar 29, 2023

Sensory seeker… 

When you hear the term sensory seeker, I bet someone comes to mind. 

Maybe it’s your child. Or a student in your class. Or even your partner. (*cough cough) ;) 

This term is becoming more widely known (yay!) but it’s important to make sure we are...

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Finding the Right Sensory Supports Mar 22, 2023

“What sensory strategies should I use??” 

This is a very common question I get from both therapists and parents. 

Because sometimes kids seem to know what input they want, but then they go and go and go and end up dysregulated. 

When it comes to sensory supports, there...

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