# autism-advocacy

Autism Advocacy

Empowering families to navigate systems and secure the support they deserve.
A More Personal Way to Advocate for Your Family
Understanding and accessing resources can be overwhelming. Drawing from lived experience and expertise, this advocacy supports your family in securing appropriate services and respect.
This service suits those seeking compassionate guidance to navigate education, health, and community systems.
Ideal For
Families needing help with educational planningCaregivers navigating healthcare systemsAdvocates looking for informed supportParents seeking empowerment in decision-making
How It Works
Discuss your advocacy needs and goalsDevelop a clear, actionable planSupport through meetings and communications
Start Planning
Reach out to discuss your advocacy needs. Use the contact form to start.

Empowering families to navigate systems and secure the support they deserve.
A More Personal Way to Advocate for Your Family
Understanding and accessing resources can be overwhelming. Drawing from lived experience and expertise, this advocacy supports your family in securing appropriate services and respect.
This service suits those seeking compassionate guidance to navigate education, health, and community systems.
Ideal For
Families needing help with educational planningCaregivers navigating healthcare systemsAdvocates looking for informed supportParents seeking empowerment in decision-making
How It Works
Discuss your advocacy needs and goalsDevelop a clear, actionable planSupport through meetings and communications
Start Planning
Reach out to discuss your advocacy needs. Use the contact form to start.

## About

Hello, I'm Kathy Smith, a passionate advocate and coach dedicated to supporting families navigating the complexities of autism and PDA. As a trauma-informed ASD Parent/Family Coach, I bring personal insight and professional expertise to help both children and adults thrive. My journey as a PDAer and a Mom of a PDAer fuels my commitment to empower others with understanding and compassion. Let's work together to create a nurturing environment where every family member feels valued and understood. Reach out and let's start this transformative journey together!

## Services

- [ASD Parent Coaching](https://healing-thru-play.com/services/asd-parent-coaching.md)
- [Family Coaching](https://healing-thru-play.com/services/family-coaching.md)
- [Autism Advocacy](https://healing-thru-play.com/services/autism-advocacy.md)
- [PDA Support](https://healing-thru-play.com/services/pda-support.md)

## Contact

- Email: kathy.ctasmith@gmail.com
- WhatsApp: +1 916-778-8556