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by Jennifer Abeles (Author), Veronica Zysk (Foreword by)
At long last, the Autism Angel spreads her wings-with words. This powerful, comprehensive guide to autism intervention and education will empower you with the skills and motivation to foster success in young people with autism. Each page is packed with an uplifting blend of practical strategies, experience-based wisdom, and heart-fueling inspiration that will help caregivers and professionals apply the techniques and attitudes that have made author Jennifer Abeles one of the most respected professionals in the autism community today. Her unique, effective, child-centered approach to autism has already improved the lives of countless individuals living with autism. Your child or student is next! Let the Autism Angel be your guide and let this book be the fuel on your quest for The Heart of Autism.
Author Biography
Jennifer Abeles-Davidson is one of the most respected, recognized autism consultants in the United States, valued by professionals and parents alike as a champion of the autism community. She combines empirically-sound methodologies with truly engaging, hands-on play, art, and fun to blow the limits off of what children with autism can enjoy learning and doing. She is credentialed at the advanced level as a Forensic Interviewer, with highly specialized niche expertise in helping child abuse victims with autism and other special needs. Says the author about the book: "I wrote The Heart of Autism to offer a compassionate, child-centered, effective approach to addressing autism through best-practices and innovations that are changing the paradigm of what it means to live with autism. Everyone can improve the quality of life for someone with autism: this book is designed to teach you how, in simple, uplifting reader-friendly terms, and often infused with laughter-riddled common-sense inspirations!" The Heart of Autism received an iParenting "Outstanding Media Award," a national honor. Abeles-Davidson currently works with families from all over the U.S. and Canada who come to receive her positive, hands-on consulting and sessions--one-on-one, small group, and family-tailored programs--in a therapeutic farm setting near Athens, GA.
