Our Daughter, Bryn -
Her Story In her own words:
In some of my earliest memories, I recall the strangely unique behavior of my brother, Raun, and I remember hearing the diagnosis: Autism. As I watched my parents search for a way to help Raun, I saw firsthand how challenging it was to find a respectful and effective treatment program. For my parents, that program was never found and, as a result, they pioneered a new way of working with children. As a child, I participated in the very first Son-Rise Program® and marveled at my brother's full recovery – an experience which has had profound impact on my life. I knew then that I would dedicate my life to helping children with special needs.
After spending years working in various teaching environments (schools, group homes, assisted-living environments, case management centers) it became clear to me that there was not a single modality I could find that rivaled the effectiveness and loving care of The Son-Rise Program®. Consequently, in 1990, I returned to the Autism Treatment Center of America® and The Option Institute® and did spend many years of my life working there.
Later, my own daughter was diagnosed with autism and we created a Son-Rise Program for her (that we did for 5 years). Today, you would not know she was the same child! She attended a mainstream school, she had many friends, she performed in the school talent show and participated on different sports teams. She is funny, tender, warm and did spend her weekends volunteering at a local stable for rescued horses. She is fully involved with us in every way and has become a warm, loving and generous young woman. If I had never told anyone about her past, no one would have any idea that she was ever autistic.
The Son-Rise Program® gave me back my brother. Now, The Son-Rise Program® has given me back my daughter.
Mine is just one of the countless stories of families who have seen their children blossom using this program. I am just one of the many grateful mothers who have used this loving method to transform their child's life.
After spending years working in various teaching environments (schools, group homes, assisted-living environments, case management centers) it became clear to me that there was not a single modality I could find that rivaled the effectiveness and loving care of The Son-Rise Program®. Consequently, in 1990, I returned to the Autism Treatment Center of America® and The Option Institute® and did spend many years of my life working there.
Later, my own daughter was diagnosed with autism and we created a Son-Rise Program for her (that we did for 5 years). Today, you would not know she was the same child! She attended a mainstream school, she had many friends, she performed in the school talent show and participated on different sports teams. She is funny, tender, warm and did spend her weekends volunteering at a local stable for rescued horses. She is fully involved with us in every way and has become a warm, loving and generous young woman. If I had never told anyone about her past, no one would have any idea that she was ever autistic.
The Son-Rise Program® gave me back my brother. Now, The Son-Rise Program® has given me back my daughter.
Mine is just one of the countless stories of families who have seen their children blossom using this program. I am just one of the many grateful mothers who have used this loving method to transform their child's life.