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[quote=Anonymous]another therapist perspective here... I would not recommend ABA therapy since many in the autistic community have commented on its harmful techniques that increase shame and encourage "masking", in addition to changing themselves to fit the mold of a neurotypical person, which in turn drains them and causes burnout. (one resource on autistic experiences here: https://autisticadvocacy.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Behavioral-Interventions-Report-Final.pdf)

Additionally OT and therapy could be helpful, in addition to parent coaching from a neurodiversity affirming provider who is able to approach this from a compassionate, strengths based approach. Shaming the child or telling them no isn't the best answer. Also learning tools to regulate yourself so that you can coregulate with her is so important. Connection calms the nervous system!

I recommend Dan Siegel's books and Ross Greene's approach of "kids do well if they can" and his collaborative and proactive solutions model.

While yes, it's important for the child to learn that touching people is not always welcome or ok if not ok with the receiving person, she is clearly reaching for regulation at a time of overload to her nervous system.[/quote]

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