Supporting a child's learning at school often starts with making a solid plan for how to manage overwhelm, distress, and sensory input at school. Addressing these areas of need is most often found in the "accommodations" section of a child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP). When we sit down for an IEP meeting, we want the supports we discuss to make a meaningful difference in a child’s day. Unfortunately, an accommodation that sounds helpful on paper may still leave you a

Neurodivergence often has the effect of working in two directions at once. What looks like distractibility in one context may actually be deep curiosity in another. What looks like rigidity may also be persistence, precision, or a strong sense of justice. Understanding different sides of the same trait can allow us to embrace strengths and enhance supports. Autism Diagnostic Criteria (DSM-5-TR) Autism: Strengths Restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or ac

When I was young, I played the violin. I spent hours practicing, rehearsing with my orchestra, and letting my emotions work themselves out through music. A few times each year, I performed. Before stepping onto the stage, I felt excited: my heart raced, my fingertips tingled, and butterflies gathered in my stomach. While the stage was dark, I felt ready. This was the moment I had practiced for. Then the lights came up. Suddenly, the stage was bright and hot. Looking out at t

Choosing the name “Wonderment” grew out of something I observed again and again while working with children, families, and professionals: the more curious we are, the easier it becomes to solve our own problems—big or small. It’s intuitive in many ways: we naturally lean into learning when we’re interested, and we disengage when we’ve already made up our minds. In therapy, curiosity is always our starting point. I let my own curiosity guide me as my clients and I get to know

Supporting your child after a tragedy and when to seek professional help.

Finding a therapist can be hard. Wonderment walks you through some ideas to take the pressure off and guide you on your search.