Note: Communication Forms are checklists designed specifically to support self-knowledge, communication, and self-advocacy. It is a strategy designed and introduced by Catherine Faherty. Creating your […]
The Friendship Quality Checklist*
Social isolation and loneliness are a current focus of research, linking a number of physical and psychological symptoms, including heart disease and depression. It is […]
10 Guidelines for Telling Your Child about ASD
Back in the 1980s and 1990s, a highly controversial topic of conversation amongst parents and professionals was the question, “Should we tell our child that […]
Make Agreements To Improve Mutual Communication
by Catherine Faherty, written in 2010, remains valid – in fact essential – today. Treatment options and teaching strategies in the field of autism spectrum […]
Understanding Friends
A program to educate children about differences; to foster empathy and mutual understanding; with the option of supporting self-expression/self-advocacy by children on the spectrum. Understanding […]
FAQ About Catherine Faherty’s Mentoring
About mentoring in general: In some countries, finding a mentor is customary for teachers and therapists in their early years of practice. They typically seek […]
How To Teach The Power Of Communication
Everyday communication practice for children with autism. Your child must learn that there is power in communication – that it is worthwhile to communicate, and […]
Autism Friendly Strategies
Catherine Faherty has been working with autistic children and adults since the 1980’s. She has developed strategies and ideas for teachers, parents, children and adults. […]
THE MISTAKE GAME
Teachers and parents can follow these instructions on how to make a funny, goofy game about making and correcting mistakes that your students or children […]
THE ARM’S LENGTH GAME
Teachers and parents can follow these instructions on how to make a game to help your students or children learn what exactly is an “arm’s […]