HELPING NEURODIVERGENT ADOLESCENT GIRLS
New Focus Academy helps neurodivergent girls and boys gain independence and live more fulfilling lives. We use evidence-based therapeutic techniques, one-on-one coaching, and a relational approach to help students grow and thrive. Girls in our program reside in gender-specific spaces in our co-ed housing. Here, they can practice life skills, social skills, and independence alongside their peers.
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HELPING GIRLS WITH A LATE DIAGNOSIS
Girls at New Focus may have been diagnosed on the spectrum much later than their male peers. We understand the different challenges they may face while being a female on the spectrum. Getting help for your daughter to help her overcome her challenges and identify her strengths can set her up for long-term success.
*From a prominent author on the subject of females with Autism, Jennifer Cook (formerly O’Toole), is the Chick-List Checklist:
STUDENTS WE SERVE
Below are representative profiles of the type of students that attend New Focus Academy.
Katie, 13
Even at a young age, Katie was passionate about justice and superheroes. She collects comic books, pajamas, posters, movies, action figures, and video games related to her favorite superhero, Batman. Her peers entertain Katie’s passions for awhile, but eventually become bored with her unceasing talk of superheroes. Katie also obsesses about getting revenge on peers she feels have wronged others. Unfortunately, her acting out for “justice” has led to aggression and altercations with other peers. In addition, her slow processing speed makes her easily overwhelmed at school. Katie’s family tried alternative placements with little success.
Molly, 14
