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Cultivating JOY, LEARNING, and SELF-EMPOWERMENT

in the Lives of Autistic Children!

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VIDEO IS AVAILABLE TO WATCH NOW!

Handwriting Tips: Handwriting Without a Pencil?

In this short, pre-recorded video lesson, Dr. Lisa Marnell will teach parents, teachers, and OT practitioners how to scaffold handwriting instruction to master letter formation . . . and yes, NOT using a pencil or writing tool is part of the process!

THIS FREE SHORT COURSE IS AVAILABLE TO YOU NOW!

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A Little About Me. . . 

Hello! I am an occupational therapist with 20 years of experience. I completed my doctorate at Boston University (BU) where I studied executive function in autism.

Now, I am on the faculty at BU and serve on the Board of Directors at the STAR Institute in Denver. I am diagnosed on autistic myself.

 

My goal is to incorporate meaning, joy, and agency into the lives of autistic children and their families. I believe that autism is not a disorder, but rather that it represents a different neurology, with its own strengths and challenges. This is also called strengths-based or neurodiversity-affirming practice.

 

When I am not teaching, creating courses, or working with kids, you will likely find me hiking with Luna, my precious husky rescue dog. I look forward to meeting you!

What Are People Saying
About My Teaching?

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Heather, London

The  information you share is beyond appreciated. I have been looking everywhere for guidance.

Thank you so much!

Tina, Colorado

I have been an occupational therapist for two years, and I want to keep learning more. I love your videos, Dr. Lisa!

Thank you!

Jennifer, Toronto

I am learning so much from you . Your videos have helped me with my five-year old autistic son who has sensory processing disorder.

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