Category Archives: Autism

Arkansas just did it and Nevada did it at the beginning of the year

It is about time! More and more states are mandating that insurance carriers cover benefits for those with autism. This Wall Street Journal article talks about some of the changes happening around the country. Sadly, in Nevada Medicaid is not … Continue reading

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Wonderful story about how a dog can help with autsim

I found this story very interesting. The part where they talk about the dog lying down on top of scooter reminds me of Temple Grandin’s squeeze maching – the dog is acting as a weighted blanket to sooth this agitated … Continue reading

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Equine Therapy around the world

Even in Malta they are experiencing the benefits of equine therapy. This story tells about a young boy with autism and how work with horses helped him. Our work with children and teens on the spectrum has been really rewarding. … Continue reading

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We want to work towards the best while accepting what is

A diagnosis of autism can seem so overwhelming that we sometimes suffer from inertia. We can’t think or plan or do. However, the earlier you start working with your child, creating a plan for his/her future, the more likely it … Continue reading

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The “sex” talk is hard for all parents…

Here is a great piece about having a discussion with your child on the spectrum about dating, relationships and sex. No matter the child, the physical changes that growing up entail do take place. Through work with horses we can … Continue reading

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What are your strengths and weaknesses?

When we know and can appreciate our strengths, while understanding and learning to accept our challenges, we are more comfortable with our accomplishments. This great article provides ways to present this information to kids/teens on the spectrum. In our work … Continue reading

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PDD NOS – What does that mean?

Your child just seems “different”. Though his “isms” don’t get in the way often, something just does not seem right. You may be looking at Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) I think this short piece provides good information. Equine Therapy is … Continue reading

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The importance of friends in Autism

Great piece about the importance of friends and the challenges faced by those with autism. Through work with horses some of the things that clients learn about are reading non-verbal cues, focus and impulse control. We work with individuals and … Continue reading

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Equine Therapy and Autism

Great YouTube clip shows a very unique environment and work with horses. Though our ranch set up is more “traditional” in nature we feel that our work with kids and teens on the spectrum is very successful. We invite you … Continue reading

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How to prepare your child/teen with autism for adulthood

As a parent, we often worry about what will become of our children when they grow up. This is a particularly troublesome question for parents of kids on the spectrum. This article give some good suggestions. Through work with horses … Continue reading

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