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New Directions For Young Adults Helps Students Learn Skills
Vocational Placements for Young Adults with Autism: A “Goodness of fit” approach
As a scientific researcher and former poker professional I am careful about making statements and decisions that are not supported by statistical facts. That being said, I would have to
How to help your young adult with Autism transition out of the house and into a life of independence.
In 2007 I established one of the first multi-disciplinary clinical programs specifically designed to support a transition to independence for young adults on the spectrum (www.NDFYA.com). Having done this kind
Re-opening America brings exciting new employment opportunities for Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum
Re-opening America brings exciting new employment opportunities for Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum. With the states across the nation re-opening students here at New Directions for Young Adults
New Directions COVID-19 Update
COVID-19 New Directions for Young Adults Update Recently, COVID-19, or more commonly known as the Coronavirus, has swept the nation resulting in extensive safety procedures taking place and forcing
Adventure Group
One of the most popular activities at New Directions for Young Adults is our “Adventure Group.” This innovative clinical group is a great activity for young adults who are either
New Directions Young Adult Disney Trip
New Directions Young Adult Disney Trip Student Videos New Directions for Young Adults isn’t just a place to get work done; New Directions provides opportunities every day to get out
Amazing Weekend at Disney!
New Directions attended both Hollywood Studios and Epcot parks this past weekend. Everyone seemed to really enjoy the new Hollywood Studios Star Wars theme park “Galaxy Edge.” Our most favorite
This Student Shares His Achievements at NDFYA
This Student shares his achievements events with those considering joining the New Directions program. Direction Therapy CMT (Coordinated Multi-Disciplinary Treatment) is a clinical intervention designed for young adults with autism.
His Experience With Betterment at NDFYA
This Student shares his experience with personal growth at NDFYA. The Direction Therapy approach helps to prepare young adults for an independent life. It brings together therapeutic services including psychology
Mother thanks New Directions Staff for their sensitive care
Jana and Senda, Thank you for being emotionally vested in Jessica and our family. I imagine the stress of your professions are great. You both bring a strong base
Top Ten Reasons Spectrum Young Adults seek Transitional Living Programs
Top Ten Reasons Spectrum Young Adults seek Transitional Living Programs Executive Functioning Deficits This includes difficulties with schedules and homework assignments Depression and/or Anxiety At least 50% percent of individuals
Family Weekend Brings New Directions Students, Staff, and Parents Together
A Family Event This past weekend, New Directions students, parents/guardians, and staff gathered for a yearly series of events to bring students, staff, and families together. Family weekend has been
Biofeedback is Instrumental to Addressing Anxiety
Many people go to a therapist with goal of talking about their problems, and then feeling less stressed. But what if there is another way to address these feelings? How
New Directions Clinical Staff Bolsters Knowledge with CBT Training
Building Skills and Knowledge “A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish” is the New Directions motto, and recently, clinical staff had a training in an area of therapy
Dungeons and Dragons helps with social difficulties
Ask anyone a few decades ago what they thought of Dungeons and Dragons, and you’d probably get a blank stare, or even a negative response. In that era, role-playing games
5 Ways you Know a Support Program is Needed for Your Young Adult
Severe escalation: Any problematic behavior by your child has become more intense. Maybe they used to get angry, but retreat to their room; now they’re punching holes in walls and
New Directions For Young Adults Helps Students Learn Skills
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Head Games
Humans have a startling ability to extract meaning from words. For most, a facility with written and spoken language is second nature by adolescence. Reading peopleon the other hand—deciphering the
Parent Acknowledges New Directions staff for Exemplary Performance
Hey Guys I always only write emails when I need to complain about something, so I thought I would just send a quick note to say thank you for all
Facilitating Transitions for Young Adults
We’ve heard the story many times: a young man or woman has trouble succeeding, and the parents enroll them in a wilderness or residential program. Through intensive therapy and hard
Improving Lives With a New Direction
This parent shares her experience on how New Directions immensely helped her son. Drawing experiences such as her son's improvement in socializing and making meaningful connections with others. Also she
Parent of NDFYA Student Shares Experience to Prospective Parent
This inquisitive parent decides to ask a current Parent of a New Directions Child about their experience: "Hi, We're looking into the program New Directions for Young Adults out in
A Life Changing Experience for The Entire Family
In this video, a mother whose son is on the autism spectrum speaks about what the New Directions program experience meant to not just to her son, but to her
New Directions California First Annual Parents Day: Earth Day 5k and BBQ
The California team and clients have grown quite a bit in the last year! This year, we held our first annual Parents' Day in order to help keep our families
Healing Impacts of Gardening for Young Adults with ASD
Kim Stoddart published an article in 2016 showcasing how the powerful impact of gardening helped her son diagnosed with ASD blossom. The California team here at New Directions saw the