How to Make In-Home Autism Therapy Inclusive for Siblings

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Inclusion is more than a trend; it's a necessity for emotional and social growth.

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Including siblings in therapy sessions fosters understanding and strengthens family bonds.

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But how do you actually include siblings without causing distractions?

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A supportive therapist can pave the way for a successful inclusive environment.

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CREATE A SAFE SPACE

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BE OPEN TO COMMUNICATION

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MAKE IT A FAMILY AFFAIR

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WHAT'S THE BENEFIT?

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And the siblings? They gain empathy, understanding, and a closer relationship with their brother or sister.

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How to Make In-Home Autism Therapy Inclusive for Siblings

How to Make In-Home Autism Therapy Inclusive for Siblings

Inclusion is more than a trend; it's a necessity for emotional and social growth.

Including siblings in therapy sessions fosters understanding and strengthens family bonds.

But how do you actually include siblings without causing distractions?

But how do you actually include siblings without causing distractions?

A supportive therapist can pave the way for a successful inclusive environment.

A supportive therapist can pave the way for a successful inclusive environment.

CREATE A SAFE SPACE

Establish a welcoming environment where each child feels safe and valued.

Establish a welcoming environment where each child feels safe and valued.

BE OPEN TO COMMUNICATION

Keep channels of communication open with all kids. Ask for their input!

Keep channels of communication open with all kids. Ask for their input!

MAKE IT A FAMILY AFFAIR

Incorporate family-wide activities that are fun and therapeutic

Incorporate family-wide activities that are fun and therapeutic

WHAT'S THE BENEFIT?

Improved social skills and a sense of belonging for your childREN.

Improved social skills and a sense of belonging for your childREN.

And the siblings? They gain empathy, understanding, and a closer relationship with their brother or sister.

And the siblings? They gain empathy, understanding, and a closer relationship with their brother or sister.

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