Author
Colette McNeil is the author of multiple, award-winning books on supporting children with autism.
Ms. McNeil has over 35 years of experience working with children with autism in a wide range of educational, recreational, and care giving settings. She holds a master of arts degree in Psychology and follows positive psychology inspirations. Ms. McNeil aspires to development confidence in children with autism through expanding the perspectives of their parents, families, teachers and caregivers.
Colette McNeil has had over 70 evidence based trainings in supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities including advance level training in the following evidence-based, autism focused instruction:
- Intensive Behavioral Instruction (IBI) which includes ABA practices.
- PECS – Picture Exchange Communication System
- TEACCH – Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication Handicapped Children
- The SCERTS Model, a Comprehensive Educational Approach for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- ICON to ICAN – Visual Supports
- Links to Language
- Pivotal Response Training
- Social Stories
Publications
Books:
Entienda el desafío del -NO- en los niños con autismo; mejore la communicación, Aumente la positividad, Favorezca las relaciones. MSI Press (2022)
Choice and Structure for Children with Autism: second edition. MSI Press (2022).
Understanding the Challenge of “NO” for Children with Autism: Improving Communication, Increasing Positivity, Enhancing Relationships. MSI Press(2017).
Choice and Structure for Children with Autism: Getting through the Long Days of Quarantine. MSI Press (2020).
Articles:
Multiple articles on this website which can be found under Posts
Multiple articles for Autism Parenting Magazine