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The Autism Blog at Kids Master Skills


An Autistic Student Helped Me Become a Neuroaffirming OT
The day a student ran from a classroom with tears in his eyes was the day I changed the way I practiced.

Dr. Lisa Marnell, OTD, MBA
Jul 65 min read


Sensory Self-Understanding Builds Self-Advocacy in Autism
A child can love a certain place and still not enjoy their time there. Understanding what works for them and what does not work can make a big difference.

Dr. Lisa Marnell, OTD, MBA
Jun 215 min read


Thanksgiving: Supporting Autistic Kids in Dr. Lisa’s OT Clinic
As Thanksgiving approaches, I am thinking about simple meaningful moments in my clinic. They remind me why our work matters and how powerful small, attuned and affirming interactions can be.

Dr. Lisa Marnell, OTD, MBA
Nov 26, 20254 min read
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