Autism... the benefits of PLAY!

The PLAYGROUNDgr welcomes Kristy Dayson.

"I’m Licensed Mater Social Worker and certified School Social Worker. I am also the mom of a wonderful teenage son who is on the Autism Spectrum. I am also a citizen of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. I was previously an ABA Technician working with children on the Autism Spectrum and Home-Based Therapist working with children and families who are experiencing significant mental health issues. Currently, I am a School Social Worker at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Sciences. I have always loved working with young people and through my experience with raising my son I have fallen in love with working with people with different abilities. One thing I have learned through both my personal and professional life is the best way to reach young people, especially those with different abilities is to PLAY! It has truly been the best way for me as a mom and therapist to encourage growth and healing."