Archive for the ‘spectrum’ Category

NAA Westchester Parent Discuss Tomatis

Friday, March 25th, 2011

It was great to join this group of smart, well informed parents of children on the spectrum last Monday.  They discussed many cutting edge therapies that they have been involved with.  I was pleased when the conversation turned to listening programs.  Among the 20 or so families represented, 6 had been through some form of Tomatis auditory training.  They all agreed that they saw gains which did not dissipate over time.  Among the gains reported were increased eye contact, decreased self stimulatory behaviors, and increased use of language.  What a great evening! Thanks for the pizza and the company!  Let’s do it again soon!

My wish for the coming year

Friday, December 31st, 2010

In the coming year I wish for….

More initiation of vocalization
More eye contact
More social exchange
Better postural control
Less anger and defiance
Better auditory processing
Less sadness and anxiety
Better sleep
Better sensory processing

And peace, love and joy to all my old friends and those I have yet to meet!

Sue Sonkin
Listen-for-change.com

Autism and Solisten

Monday, August 2nd, 2010

Two brothers on the spectrum just finished their 30th day of listening.  AA, the Mom, reports some resistance but definite changes in ability to follow directions.  Speech and ABA therapists are noting better performance and carryover.  Remember, change is sometimes uncomfortable.