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Is communicating with your child hard due to autism? Most children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are visual learners meaning they can better comprehend visual information rather than auditory. By using visual information to aid your child, you are reducing the frustration for yourself and mostly your child. So what are visual aids or supports? Visual support refers to using a picture or any other visual item to help communicate to children who have difficulty with language. Visual support comes in a variety of ways from photographs to drawings or even written words. Many non-verbal kids utilize the  Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)  which uses picture symbols to help children with ASD to communicate effectively. The main characteristics of ASD are challenges interacting socially with other peers, family members, etc. As well as that, many children have difficulty using language, limited interests, or unwarranted changes in routines. Therefore, by utilizing visual s

  Every Parent's Dream By Nicole Bautista What if I told you that you could see your doctor, but not have to physically go?  What if I told you that you could just be in the comfort of your own home?  What if I told you that it would be easy and effective?  Would you believe me? What is Telehealth? Telehealth  is as simple as receiving health information and services through modern technology. With the current situation our world is experiencing,  Telehealth  has become so popular, especially here, at  Pediatric Therapy Associates ! First off, let me introduce myself. Hi! I'm Nicole Bautista. I'm a co-teacher at a Montessori School and I've been teaching for almost two year now. I work with a lovely age group of children 2-4 years old. Now what does this have to do with Telehealth? Well! I'd like to say that I've had the privilege of working with children who, aside from school, seek therapy on a weekly basis for various reasons, whether it be occupational, phy