GIVE ME SIGNS

Supportive, Compassionate Guidance for Parents Raising Children with Autism and other Developmental Disabilities

One-On-One Consultations

Raising a child with autism or other developmental disabilities can bring questions, uncertainty, and moments that feel overwhelming—especially when you’re trying to make sense of challenging behaviors or skill deficits in everyday life. This consultation offers experienced, thoughtful support to help caregivers better understand what’s happening, respond with confidence, and build skills they can rely on over time. No judgment. No pressure. Just grounded guidance based in real-world experience.

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What this Support Focuses on

This consultation provides parental guidance and caregiver support grounded in applied behavioral analysis and relationship-based approaches. Support is: - Individualized to your child’s strengths, needs, and developmental profile - Responsive to your family’s values, culture, and daily realities - Focused on practical understanding rather than rigid programs - Designed to build caregiver confidence and long-term skill development This support does not replace speech and language therapy or occupational therapy. It focuses on understanding communication, regulation, daily living, and social challenges from a behavioral perspective—helping caregivers make sense of how behavior, environment, and interaction patterns affect day-to-day functioning. The goal is to help caregivers feel more capable and informed, so they can respond thoughtfully to challenges as they arise and carry these skills forward over time.

Areas this Support Can Help Address

Families often reach out when daily challenges begin to feel unmanageable, even when supports are already in place. This consultation provides individualized guidance, shaped around the unique needs of your child and family. Behaviors Caregivers may want to Decrease or Better Manage Include: - Tantrums or emotional outbursts - Aggression toward others - Property destruction - Repetitive or rigid behaviors - Difficulty with transitions or unexpected changes Skills Caregivers may want to Increase or Strengthen Include: - Communication and language - Social interaction - Daily living and self-help skills - Emotional regulation and coping - Independence, flexibility, and problem-solving This work is not about “fixing” a child. It is about understanding why challenges may be occurring and learning how to respond in ways that are supportive, effective, and sustainable within your family’s real life.

FREE 15-Minute Consultation

Choosing Between One Session or Four

A 1-hour consultation may be a good fit if you: - Have a specific concern you want help thinking through - Want clarity or reassurance about how you’re responding - Are looking for support without a long-term commitment The 4-session package may be a good fit if you: - Feel consistently overwhelmed or unsure - Want support across multiple challenges or transitions - Would benefit from reflection and guidance over time Some families choose ongoing support, while others find a single session sufficient. Both are welcome.

Scope and Limits

This consultation provides education, guidance, and caregiver support informed by applied behavioral analysis and relationship-based approaches. This consultation is: - Parent and caregiver support - Education around behavior, communication, regulation, and skill development - Collaborative discussion tailored to your child and family - Practical tools caregivers can apply independently over time This consultation is not: - Therapy, clinical treatment, or medical care - A replacement for speech and language therapy or occupational therapy - Diagnosis, treatment planning, or clinical services - Legal or medical advice - Crisis or emergency support - Ongoing or on-call care This structure keeps the work ethical, clear, and focused on empowering caregivers without creating reliance on ongoing professional oversight.

The Consultation Offer

If you’re looking for supportive, compassionate guidance as you navigate the challenges of raising a child with autism and other developmental disabilities, you’re welcome here. A 1-hour consultation via Zoom for $100 Or a 4-session consultation package for $350 Sessions are focused on: - Parent and caregiver support - Understanding behavior and skill development - Reducing overwhelm and uncertainty - Helping families feel more confident and capable in daily life This consultation is structured and supportive, and tailored to meet families’ individual needs.

One-On-One Consultation

4-Pack of One-On-One Consultations

What a Session Looks Like

Before We Meet You’ll share what’s been challenging and what you’d like help with. There’s no need to prepare extensively or gather paperwork. If there’s something you’d like to reference, you’re welcome to bring it—but it’s not required. If you’d like, you’re welcome to schedule a free 15-minute consultation afterward to briefly discuss your needs and see whether this feels like a good fit. Before the 15-minute consultation, I’ll ask you to complete a brief form to share a little about your child and what you’re hoping for support with. This helps me come prepared and make the most of our time together. If you choose to schedule a paid session, this information carries forward so you don’t have to repeat yourself. During the Session (Zoom) We’ll slow things down and focus on what matters most right now. Together, we may: Clarify what’s contributing to certain behaviors or skill challenges Explore how environment, expectations, and communication play a role Discuss ways to respond that feel realistic and sustainable Identify small, manageable changes that can make a meaningful difference Sessions are thoughtful, conversational, and paced to match your needs. After the Session You’ll leave with: Greater clarity and perspective Increased confidence in how to respond Practical ideas you can apply in daily life

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About Me

I bring over 25 years of experience working with children with special needs and their families, with extensive experience in applied behavioral analysis and relationship-based approaches. My background includes direct intervention, supervisory and leadership roles, and long-term work supporting parents and caregivers in understanding and managing challenges at home and in daily life. For 18 years, I have served as Owner and Clinical Director of a behavioral agency supporting children with special needs and their families. Throughout my career, parent education and caregiver support have been central to my work. I hold two Master’s degrees—one in Clinical Psychology and one in Applied Behavior Analysis. My approach is practical, compassionate, and grounded in real-world experience. I believe caregivers deserve guidance that helps them feel capable, informed, and supported—without becoming dependent on outside systems or professionals.