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Why multimodal communication isn’t optional

Why multimodal communication isn’t optional

Why multimodal communication isn’t optional by Adina Levy First up, let’s get clear on what multimodal communication is: Multimodal communication is when you combine different modes of communication. That might include speech, visuals, gestures, writing,...
8 Ways to Do Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy

8 Ways to Do Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy

8 Ways to Do Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Exploring Neurodiversity Podcast – Episode 13 by Adina Levy Show Notes: I’m sharing 8 key ways you can do Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy – You can find all of the points I discuss on the free PDF...
Things not to say to kids: “Don’t be silly”

Things not to say to kids: “Don’t be silly”

Things not to say to kids: “Don’t be silly” by Adina Levy Things not to say to kids, that I’ve heard (and almost said myself, recently!): “Don’t be silly” Children (everyone) need their emotions validated to develop emotional...
My journey to identification as an Autistic ADHDer⁠

My journey to identification as an Autistic ADHDer⁠

My journey to identification as an Autistic ADHDer⁠ by Adina Levy I love sharing and reflecting on my personal experiences as a neurodivergent, late-identified person, and blending that in with clinical experience and training that I share with parents &...
Speech is not better

Speech is not better

Speech is not better by Adina Levy All communication is OK, and valid. Speech (a.k.a mouth words, a.k.a ‘verbal’ communication but this terminology should be phased out – see below) is not better than non-speech communication.   For some people, speech is...
Sometimes…

Sometimes…

Sometimes by Adina Levy I teach a lot about the idea of SOMETIMES. Sometimes it’s a great idea to narrate what your child is doing so they can hear interesting words and language.   Sometimes it’s appropriate to be silent and let your child have quiet space....
3 ideas to help your fussy eater

3 ideas to help your fussy eater

3 ideas to help your fussy eater (and help your whole family!) by Adina Levy  A family I’m working with shared this with me today: “My son doesn’t try new foods and I have to cook 2 meals for the whole family” Sound familiar?  Here...
3 Ways to Help your Child have Better Conversations

3 Ways to Help your Child have Better Conversations

3 ways to help your child have better conversations by Adina Levy Lots of parents tell me that they want their kids to have better conversations, whether that’s a more detailed chat at the end of the school day, sharing over the dinner table, or better conversations...
Why is Pretend Play so Important for Kids?

Why is Pretend Play so Important for Kids?

Why is Pretend Play so Important for Kids? by Adina Levy Pretend play is an essential play skill for children to develop, and it helps kids learn language, tune in to other people and develop social skills. Whether your child likes playing with dolls, trucks,...