Support for Children and Young People with Autism
Support
Emotional literacy is especially important for autistic children, as they may experience emotions deeply but struggle to identify, understand, or express them.
Understanding Emotions
Recognise and name emotions, understand what causes feelings, express emotions in healthy ways.
Tools & Activities
Emotion charts, Emotion thermometer, Emotion cards, sensory based expression
Teaching Strategies
Labelling emotions, social stories, 5- point scale, emotion journals, understanding how our thoughts, feelings and actions are all connected.
Building a Supportive Environment
Creating safe zones, routine check ins, emotional toolkits
Sessions can be adapted to meet your child’s need, and we are flexible with timings.