Center for Autism Nurturing Alpharetta

04/29/2022

Our Autism story of the week is an 18-year old, Christian Walker, who has an incredible gift for music, who was accepted into 5 colleges.

Christian, who has already accomplished so much, serves as the drum major for his school’s marching band. “When Christian was younger,” his mother Terra says, “Doctors said he would never go to a regular school, that I should be prepared to institutionalize him one day.”

He is set to join Clemson's Spectrum Program, specifically designed for students diagnosed with autism and pursue a performing arts major with a focus in piano.

Christian is only one of the many inspirations to the neurodiverse community!

Christian Walker has already accomplished so much, and later this year, he'll head off to college—to pursue his love of music.

04/27/2022

You know your child best!

When you are researching ABA therapy for your child there are a few different options:

Home-based ABA Therapy vs. Center-based therapy is one thing to consider when choosing the right program for your autistic child. Both have positives and negatives that can affect the learning process.

Center for Autism and Nurturing in Alpharetta currently provides Home-based ABA therapy with our group of licensed professionals to support your entire family in navigating ASD. We are currently growing to offer Center-based therapy in the near future!

If you are interested in seeing if your child qualifies for ABA therapy, message us directly to start the conversation today.

04/25/2022

Improving social skills are one of the main areas of focus for our highly trained ABAs. Here are some things to keep in mind when practicing social communication at home:

⭐ Reinforce Positive Behavior
⭐ Provide Structured Social Interactions
⭐ Model and Practice Desired Behaviors
⭐ Use Visual Aids
⭐ Set the Environment for Success

Change does not happen overnight. So constant repetition is essential for seeing improvement in communication.

If you want to learn more on how to improve your child’s social skills, message us directly to get in contact with an ABA professional!

04/22/2022

During the pandemic, mask mandates were a concern with social communication between kids in school, especially kids with autism.

With mouths covering their main communicator, there was a barrier to how kids typically learn how to speak to each other. But over time, one study from the University of Miami has shown similar amounts of talking, vocabulary development, language growth, and language development occurred with or without masks.

Our brains are resilient. And our kids are resilient. They found ways to communicate more and more to get their meaning across because of the visual barrier over their mouths.

Yet, there are no long-term effects known on how masks in the classroom have affected speech and social skills, what’s true is how well kids are able to adapt to any situation.

Follow along if you want to continue learning more as we continue to tackle different topics in the autism community!

Scientists say that for most children, masks in school aren't a major obstacle to learning or socializing. Students in classrooms find other ways to connect.

04/20/2022

Here at CAN, we continue to advocate for diversity and inclusiveness in all neurotypical spaces.

Unfortunately, autism still is not universally accepted in this world and it affects all people of different socio-economic backgrounds.

Every day we continue to expand understanding and advocate for a sensory-friendly and neuro-inclusive world. Here are 3 ways that you can help to be more inclusive!

Follow along as we explore different topics around the autism community 💙

04/18/2022

From all of us at CAN Alpharetta Happy Autism Awareness Month!

This month is all about celebrating the unique individuals we get to work with and educating others about autism.

Not every year, but every single day Center for Autism and Nurturing helps families celebrate their loved ones who are part of the neurodiverse community.

Join us in listening, learning, and growing awareness about autism!

04/15/2022

We know having a child with autism can be challenging at times. At the Center for Autism Nurturing, we’ve created a welcoming space where your loved one can be truly celebrated for all of their accomplishments. We will walk with you, and your loved ones, side-by-side as they learn, grow and discover how to overcome these challenges on their own.

Let’s spread some positivity, comment a 💙 for all of our children who continue to persevere every single day!

04/13/2022

Why are Evidence-Based practices effective with people with Autism?

Evidence based practices are executed as a way of ensuring individuals with autism spectrum disorder are receiving services that will help improve their quality of life.

Programs can be carefully selected and focus on specific educational and life skills goals, as well as identifying and building on the strengths of the individual. Programs like:

+ Differential Intervention
+ Exercise & Movement Intervention
+ Social Skills Training

These programs are just some of the ways the Center for Autism and Nurturing are expanding autism therapy. If you want to learn more about evidenced-based practices we use, message us directly!

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04/11/2022

Families, we are here for you!

We know that managing a child with autism is challenging. We want to support you in any way we can to help navigate this life-long journey.

If it is improving communication strategies, social skills, or even figuring out insurance, we are ready to walk you through every single process.

Follow us to learn more about how CAN can best support your family.

04/08/2022

What is Applied Behavior Analysis? Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a comprehensive autism therapy process that provides multi-area support to children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

These include, but are not limited to:

+ Behavior Support
+ Improving Communication
+ Safety Awareness
+ Daily Activity Skills

The Center for Autism Nurturing specializes in ABA therapy for families looking to support their child with autism. If you are interested in seeing if your child qualifies for ABA therapy, message us directly to start the conversation today.

04/06/2022

You’ve found care that embraces! At the Center for Autism Nurturing (CAN) in Alpharetta our focus is to assist you and your loved one on their journey to independence through our team of psychiatrists, psychologists, and ABA therapists. It is our promise to provide the highest quality of Applied Behavior Analysis and autism therapy to help everyone feel supported and to foster visible progress towards independence.

Every week we’ll be diving into different topics of autism therapy to help support your child on their journey to self-sufficiency.

👉 Follow along to learn more!

04/04/2022

Welcome to the Center for Autism Nurturing in Alpharetta! Our extraordinary team has the experience to handle any situation for families with a child or adolescent managing Autism Spectrum Disorder or cognitive health challenges. It’s in our mission to provide the type of autism therapy and family support that leads to self-sufficiency. When you feel free to thrive alongside your child, we’ve done our job.

We focus on evidence-based outcomes that are measurable, positive, and transformative. But we do more than help people and families. We believe in them.

➡️ Connect with us here to learn more about how we’re making a difference at our Alpharetta Center for Autism Nurturing