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Summer Camp Memories
When I was younger, I attended the Marlboro Township Public School district from 3rd grade to 8th grade. In my first year in the school...
Michelle Vinokurov
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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Interview with Ninad Ketkar, Autistic Self-Advocate
Ninad Ketkar is a young autistic adult. In this guest interview podcast, he shares his experiences growing up as an autistic. Also, he...
Michelle Vinokurov
Jul 25, 20231 min read
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Extended School Year 2023
Have you considered for your neurodiverse child to attend extended school year (ESY)? Extended School Year (ESY) is for neurodiverse...
Michelle Vinokurov
Jul 18, 20231 min read
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Vacation Time!
It's always exciting to know that the school year is over, and it's time for a vacation. Many families with neurodiverse children know...
Michelle Vinokurov
Jul 11, 20232 min read
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Friendly 4th of July
4th of July can be tough for neurodiverse people. How can you help neurodiverse individuals enjoy 4th of July? Here are some ways to make...
Michelle Vinokurov
Jul 4, 20232 min read
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Beyond Graduations
Congratulations, class of 2023! It's a really big accomplishment how far people come in life, although beyond graduation can be tough for...
Michelle Vinokurov
Jun 20, 20233 min read
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Interview with Trevor Kelliher, founder and COO of All Friends Network
Trevor Kelliher This guest is one of a kind! On the west coast of Florida in Lakewood Ranch, FL, Trevor Kelliher is a young adult with...
Michelle Vinokurov
Jun 13, 20231 min read
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Guardianship
What is guardianship? A guardianship often occurs for a lot of neurodiverse people, which means a parent/adult/guardian has the right to...
Michelle Vinokurov
Jun 6, 20231 min read
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Interview with Amber White, neurodivergent BCBA
Dreams can become a reality by setting your mind and heart to it. Let me tell you that it truly has for my latest guest: Amber White...
Michelle Vinokurov
May 30, 20231 min read
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Release the Mask!
Did you know a lot of autistic people engage in masking? Masking ​is ​​​hiding or suppressing your true self to try to fit in or meet...
Michelle Vinokurov
May 23, 20231 min read
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Mental Health Matters
May is mental health awareness month! Did you know neurodivergent people are more likely to engage in masking due to avoiding negativity...
Michelle Vinokurov
May 16, 20231 min read
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Functions of Behavior
Did you know behaviors communicate something to people? Behaviors tells people what someone is communicating. It can be for any of the 4...
Michelle Vinokurov
May 9, 20232 min read
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Transitioning into Adulthood
When a neurodiverse child reaches the age of 14, school case managers can begin talking with them about transitioning into adulthood....
Michelle Vinokurov
May 2, 20232 min read
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Importance of Consent and Assent
When it comes to any kind of therapy services like ABA, gaining consent and assent from clients & their families is super important....
Michelle Vinokurov
Apr 25, 20232 min read
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Interview with Luisa Rinaudo, speech pathologist
Who knows of a speech pathologist providing their own private practice!? Meet Luisa Rinaudo: Luisa Rinaudo Luisa graduated from Seton...
Michelle Vinokurov
Apr 18, 20231 min read
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The 3 Powerful A's
Its autism month! I think about how much I've grown throughout my life as an autistic. We all know autism is lifelong. It's important to...
Michelle Vinokurov
Apr 4, 20231 min read
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Interview with Desiree Campos, CEO of Abel's Dream Foundation
Did you know there are organizations out there in the world to help families with neurodiverse children and adults? Meet Desiree Campos:...
Michelle Vinokurov
Mar 28, 20231 min read
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Involve ALL Stakeholders for Success
Did you know people who are in direct contact with neurodiverse people have the right to be a part of their services? If you have a...
Michelle Vinokurov
Mar 21, 20232 min read
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IEPs vs. 504 Plans
Did you know students with disabilities can either receive an individualized education plan (IEP) or a 504 plan? There is a big...
Michelle Vinokurov
Mar 7, 20231 min read
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Build and Develop Rapport
Remember the blog story I wrote earlier this month about the power of friendships? It all starts from building and developing rapport. No...
Michelle Vinokurov
Feb 21, 20232 min read
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