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![]() Nicole Beurkens, M.Ed. - ArticlesNicole Beurkens, founder and director of the Horizons Developmental Remediation Center, is an autism specialist with a master’s degree in special education. She holds a professional teaching certificate with endorsements in autism and learning disabilities, and maintains the prestigious title of Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) ® Program Certified Consultant. With a background in classroom teaching, curriculum/program development, and family-based therapy, Nicole is a highly sought-after consultant and speaker for families and school professionals throughout the United States and abroad.
Five Tips for Parents Making School-Related DecisionsMaking school-related decisions for children with unique learning needs can sometimes be a difficult thing to do. Here are a few things to keep in mind when making those decisions about your child and your families best interests. Finding PeaceParenting is far free from a trouble-free process, but if you know in your heart you are going the rights things you should have some amount of peace. Feeling confident in what you do should give you peace. There will be noise and hard work but we have to look for the peace that is out there. Finding PeaceParenting is far free from a trouble-free process, but if you know in your heart you are going the rights things you should have some amount of peace. Feeling confident in what you do should give you peace. There will be noise and hard work but we have to look for the peace that is out there. Prioritizing Needs and Treatment for Children with AutismDetermining priorities in treatment can be a hard thing to determine as a family. There are a lot of things to consider when thinking about what to treat, when to treat something, and how to treat something. Thinking about the needs of your child and family and making sure there is a good balance is a good check to keep in mind when prioritizing needs and treatment. 12 Things Parents And Professionals Must Understand About Educating Students With Autism And Other Neurodevelopmental DisordersIt is important to consider some basic concepts when supporting students with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. It provides them with a more meaningful and successful experience and helps them reach a higher potential. One Step Back, Three Steps Forward: Dysregulation and DevelopmentGoing through a new developmental stage can cause children to become dysregulated. Sometimes in development we need to take a step back in order to take a few steps forward. Parenting Thoughts for the New Year: Changing “i Should” to “i Could”New Year’s Resolution Lists can lead to stress and a feeling of failure. Shift to a mindset of choice by considering the things you could do with your children instead of the things you should do. Holiday Tips (and a Few Great Excuses) for FamiliesHoliday gatherings can be particularly stressful if you have children with developmental disabilities. Here are some real tips for reducing the stress and increasing the happiness in your holiday season. A Brief Description of the Rdi® ProgramIf you have a child with autism, you’ve probably heard of RDI®. So, what is it and how can it help your child? What is Remediation?You may have heard the word “remediation” used while trying to find treatment for developmental disabilities. But what is remediation and how can it help your child?
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