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[quote=Anonymous]What would you highlight...I have dealt with duds and I have also dealt with professionals I hold in high regard who made a difference. Based on my own experience as a SN Parent...Here's what I would want to convey

1. We are experts on our kids and we have a lot to offer. Collaborate. Do not talk down to us. We are not idiots.

2. Do not accept money from us if you don't know what you are doing. If you are in over your head, refer.

3. R.E.S.P.E.C.T....find out what it means to me.

4. If you don't connect well with the parent, you will not be as effective with the child. You need the parents to be your allies.

5. Get reports done on time and make sure you use the child's name, not some other child's name. If you cut and paste, make sure you described the right kid.

6. Don't talk out of your ass. We can tell. If you don't know...say so.

7. Deal with your own issues. It's OK if professionals have the same issues as our kids, probably makes them more empathetic, but if they do, they need to get proper treatment. If your mood swings, anxiety, OCD, attention deficits, processing issues, etc are hindering your ability to give quality care, then follow your own advice and get the help you need.

8. Don't be flippant with recommendations.

9. Get over yourself. Keep your arrogance in check no matter how accomplished you are. Be humble and understand that there is always more to learn.

10. Don't play favorites. It pisses me off when an interventionist uses my child's appointment time to schmooze with another parent. Even worse, don't get reports done for my doctor's kid within a week and then take 11 months to get a report to me. I should not need to be your colleague or superior to get quality care.[/quote]

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