Converge Autism, 1 Havenwood Lane, Travelers Rest, SC (2026)

01/08/2026

At Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health, supporting mental wellness means creating environments where children and adolescents with autism can feel regulated, understood, and supported!

During Mental Wellness Month this January, we recognize the importance of individualized, evidence based approaches that:

• Reduce stress through predictable environments
• Build emotional regulation for improved daily functioning
• Encourage skill development that supports long term growth

Our focus is on helping each child and adolescent strengthen communication and coping skills that support confidence and growth.

Awareness may be highlighted this month, but our dedication to supporting mental wellness for children and adolescents with autism remains constant! 💙🧩🦋

12/18/2025

🌟 Making Magic, Not Meltdowns: Your Autism Holiday Strategy 🎄
The holidays are meant for joy and connection, yet for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), they often bring a perfect storm of routine changes, sensory overload, and overwhelming social demands.
At Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health, we understand these unique challenges. Our goal is to help families feel supported, understood, and truly prepared. We believe that with the right planning, you can absolutely shift the focus from stress to genuine celebration.
5 Quick Tips for a Thriving Season:
1. Maintain Consistent Routines: Stick to your core sleep and meal schedules as closely as possible. Consistency is your most powerful tool for anchoring against holiday chaos.
2. Visualize the Season: Reduce anxiety by using visual schedules, social stories, and calendars to map out holiday activities, travel, and visits. This ensures predictability every step of the way.
3. Designate a Calm Space: Identify or create a quiet, low-sensory sanctuary at home or at a relative's house. Always have comfort tools like weighted blankets or noise-canceling headphones readily available.
4. Rehearse Social Moments: Practice common holiday interactions, like greeting guests or opening gifts, using simple scripts and setting clear time limits for social engagement.
5. Prioritize Breaks and Preferences: Build in planned breaks and deliberately incorporate preferred activities throughout the day. This is essential for preventing sensory overstimulation and emotional fatigue.
With a little proactive preparation and flexibility, this season can be calmer and more inclusive for everyone. Remember, you are not alone, your unique way of celebrating is perfect for your family!

12/15/2025

Listen to the podcast: https://www.allabilitiesnofilter.com/safety-through.../
When seconds matter, understanding makes all the difference. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jennifer Kaufman—school principal, autism advocate, and grandmother to a child on the spectrum—to explore how first responders can dramatically improve outcomes for autistic individuals through training, awareness, and compassionate response.
Jennifer shares real experiences from both sides of the table, offering a rare dual perspective on what families, educators, and emergency personnel all need to know. She also highlights her work with First Response on Autism, an organization transforming the way police, firefighters, EMTs, and other first responders approach autism-related emergencies.
Listeners will learn:
- The hidden challenges autistic individuals face during crisis situations
- Why traditional emergency response methods can unintentionally escalate behaviors
- Practical strategies first responders can use to create safety, calm, and trust
- How families can prepare their loved ones for emergency interactions
- The critical role of communication, sensory awareness, and trauma-informed response
- What "safety through understanding" really looks like in the field
Whether you're a parent, educator, clinician, or first responder, this conversation delivers essential insight into building a safer, more prepared, and more empathetic world for autistic individuals

11/27/2025

At Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health, we recognize that holidays don’t feel the same for everyone, and that’s okay. What brings us together is gratitude, a grounding force that supports wellness, connection, and healing!

Today, we’re grateful for:

• Our Dedicated Staff – whose compassion and commitment make individualized, high-quality care possible
• Our Resilient Patients – who inspire us every day with their strengths, progress, and unique perspectives
• Our Families & Community – whose trust and partnership help us champion acceptance and build brighter futures

As we celebrate today, we wish you and your loved ones a peaceful and meaningful Thanksgiving that honors everyone’s comfort and needs! ✨

Happy Thanksgiving from the Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health family! 💛🦃

11/18/2025

Listen to the podcast: https://www.allabilitiesnofilter.com/it-takes-a-team-with-special-guest-bailey-payne/

In this influential episode of All Abilities, No Filter, Brandon Clark interviews Bailey Payne, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Bailey shares her unique backstory that led to her lifelong career transition into treating children with autism. During her transformative career undertaking, Bailey identified reasons why interventions weren't as effective as they could be. The solutions she came up with are surprisingly simple. This led Bailey to developing TEAM: Training Educators and Managing Behavior. Within this episode, Bailey breaks down her teamwork approach to practical and sustainable outcomes for home, school, and community interventions. Bailey has a wealth of knowledge and experience. She is relatable and passionate, making her content easy to digest for all listeners. For parents, educators, and advocates, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

11/12/2025

Listen to the podcast: https://www.allabilitiesnofilter.com/building-confident-communicators-with-jeaneen-tang/

In this episode of All Abilities, No Filter, we sit down with Jeaneen Tang, a speech-language pathologist, author, and proud mom of a neurodivergent son, for an open and inspiring conversation about communication, connection, and confidence. With more than 24 years of experience supporting children and adults with neurodiversity, Jeaneen dives deep into what speech therapy really is — and how it helps students find their voice, build relationships, and thrive. She also shares how her personal journey as a parent has shaped her passion for helping others communicate and connect in meaningful ways. We explore her new book, PLAY DUMB & SABOTAGE, along with the companion workbook and workshops she’s created for parents and educators. Her goal? To make early language development approachable, fun, and preventative — helping families raise confident communicators and reduce the need for formal therapy down the road. This episode is full of insight, laughter, and practical takeaways for anyone supporting a child’s communication journey. Tune in and discover why “playing dumb” might just be the smartest thing you can do.

11/07/2025

Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health is proud to be one of the sponsors of the upcoming Autism Connecting Conference For Moms, taking place November 14 – 15, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Greenville, SC.

This meaningful event brings together families of children and adults with autism to share experiences, learn practical strategies, and build connections with others who truly understand the journey.

We’re honored to support a weekend dedicated to learning, encouragement, and community, and we invite you to stop by our exhibitor booth to meet the Springbrook team and learn more about our specialized programs!

To learn more: risingupevents.com/event-details/autism-connecting-conference-for-moms-2

10/31/2025

Making Halloween More Autism-Friendly 🎃

As we wrap up our week of tips, today we celebrate Halloween, a time for fun, creativity, and community!

🧡 Tip 5: Be Flexible and Celebrate Your Way
There’s no “right” way to do Halloween. What matters most is that your child feels comfortable, safe, and included.

✔️ Take breaks as needed and skip activities that feel overwhelming.
✔️ Celebrate at home with favorite snacks, movies, or decorations.
✔️ Focus on what brings joy, not what’s expected.

💙 At Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health, we believe that every child deserves to experience the magic of Halloween in a way that works best for them!

Wishing you a happy, safe, and sensory-friendly Halloween from all of us at Springbrook! 🎃💙

10/30/2025

Making Halloween More Autism-Friendly 🎃

All week long, we’re sharing practical ways to help make Halloween a more comfortable and enjoyable experience for children and adolescents with autism.

🧡 Tip 4: Offer Alternative Treats
Traditional candy can be tricky for children with food allergies, dietary restrictions, or sensory sensitivities, but there are plenty of fun alternatives!

✔️ Consider non-food treats like stickers, bubbles, small toys, or glow sticks.
✔️ Offer a mix of options so every child can participate comfortably.
✔️ Look for teal pumpkins, they signal homes offering allergy-friendly treats.

💙 At Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health, we believe every child deserves to feel included and celebrated, especially on holidays like Halloween!

Stay tuned for more tips throughout the week on creating a sensory-friendly and inclusive Halloween!

10/29/2025

Making Halloween More Autism-Friendly 🎃

All week long, we’re sharing practical ways to help make Halloween a more comfortable and enjoyable experience for children and adolescents with autism.

🧡 Tip 3: Create a Sensory-Friendly Environment
Halloween can bring bright lights, loud noises, and unpredictable surprises, all of which may feel overwhelming for children with sensory sensitivities.

✔️ Keep decorations simple and non-flashing.
✔️ Choose quieter neighborhood events or trick-or-treat early.
✔️ Have noise-canceling headphones or a comfort item on hand.

💙 At Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health, we understand how small adjustments can make big differences helping every child enjoy the fun in ways that feel safe and comfortable for them.

Stay tuned for more tips throughout the week on creating a sensory-friendly and inclusive Halloween!

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