For Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with Najda Streiter, an LMSW working with families in Westport, Connecticut. Her practice and blog, Eyes Up Wellness, provide important support for students, families, and young adults who are navigating the long and winding road…

Paving the way for talented special education students Paving the way for a successful transition from high school or college into the workforce can be a complicated and overwhelming experience for neurodiverse young adults. There is a lot of talk surrounding transition planning at the highschool level since special education…

A College Prep Model for Special Education Students In the latest statistics cited by Statista, there are over 800,000 students aged 3–21 diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the United States who have been identified and are served under the Individuals with Disability Act (IDEA). Deservedly, higher rates of…