Hang with me while we bust up the stigmas of "high" and "low" functioning Autism. We will jump into the "Bag of Traits" to better understand the large array of Autistic traits and explore the answers to this question, "What does each individual need to THRIVE?" My goal is for you to walk away with…

This training will focus on a cognitive behavioral lens. Participants will learn about what causes challenging behaviors and effective techniques in reducing acting out behaviors. Scott Nyegaard holds a Master of…

A foster parent must be many things to many people. Child welfare professionals depend on the skills of foster parents. Children need safety and guidance to heal from the various…

The histories of youth in foster and adoptive families often involve details that can feel difficult to discuss as a caregiver. Learn how to share your child’s history with them in ways that promote healthy communication, offer developmentally appropriate language, and support the reduction of potential negative internalizations. Navigating these conversations with youth whose backgrounds…

As we approach transition to school time it is natural to have quite a bit of stress.  In fact, changing from summer schedules and to the stressors of school can feel like your whole world is getting turned upside down (again).  During this time, it is important to focus on how to have strategies in…

Join Us for a Deeper Dive: Practical, Proactive, and Positive Behavioral Strategies Thursday, September 12, 2024, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. (CT) As caregivers, do you find yourself putting a ton of energy into responding and reacting to behaviors? Wouldn’t it be great if we could use the same (or less!) energy to prevent meltdowns? What if…