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. […]
HOW TO BEGIN TO TEACH
The Power of Communication while supporting executive functioning and self-efficacy for young neurodiverse children with autistic styles of learning © Catherine Faherty 1985-2024 I began […]
Thinking About Stimming
Flapping, spinning, jumping, rocking, pacing, flicking… stimming takes many forms. This is a topic that calls for deeper understanding and yes, respect, on the part […]
Communication Form titled, “How Am I Doing?”
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 […]
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 […]