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5 Habits of People Who Make Friends Easily

February 22, 2018 in Uncategorized

Making friends is never easy. But this task can be especially difficult for people on the autism spectrum, who sometimes have difficulty communicating or interacting with others. But no matter who you are, there are tips that can make meeting people …

40 New Year’s Resolutions Everyone Can Get Behind

January 2, 2018 in Uncategorized

Happy New Year! If you’re like most people, you’re probably looking at January 2018 as the time to kick off your New Year’s resolution. But before you can get started on becoming an even better version of yourself, you need …

10 Ways to Stay (Productively) Entertained in the Winter

December 1, 2017 in Uncategorized

A few months ago, when the sun was shining and the birds were chirping, we brought you 10 Ways to Stay (Productively) Entertained in the Summer. While the seasons may have changed since then, our need for stimulation has remained. …

Why It’s Important to Teach Young People Good Mental Health Habits

October 10, 2017 in Uncategorized

Being healthy consists of a lot more than just diet and exercise — after all, that’s why the “health trio” is mind, body, and soul. While we’re not denying the importance of physical health (which actually plays a big role …

22 Easy Ways to Build Your Confidence

August 29, 2017 in Uncategorized

There’s nothing wrong with admitting that we’d all love to be a little more confident. Unfortunately, confidence isn’t something that can be learned overnight. But, believe it or not, confidence is actually a skill that you can master if you’re …

5 Signs You May Have Anxiety

July 25, 2017 in Uncategorized

Believe it or not, a little bit of stress is a good thing — honestly! Imagine if you had a paper due at midnight, and at 8 p.m. you realize that you still hadn’t started it. That stress you feel …

10 Ways to Stay (Productively) Entertained in the Summer

July 19, 2017 in Uncategorized

On the first day of summer, we all eagerly awaited three glorious months of rest and relaxation. But as the days passed, has any of that relaxation started to turn to boredom? If you’re looking for fun, but still productive, …

How to Teach Your Teen Good Mental Health Habits Before College

May 4, 2017 in Uncategorized

The transition from high school to college is one that students dream of for years. But once that change becomes a reality, it can quickly start to feel a little overwhelming. If your child is heading off to college, here …

7 Ways to Reduce Anxiety

March 28, 2017 in Uncategorized

A little bit of anxiety is good. If you’re nervous about an upcoming job interview, or a first date, anxiety can help you better prepare for what lies ahead. But, if you start to feel severely anxious over little activities …

Near Year’s Resolutions for Parents of Children with a Learning Disability

December 28, 2016 in Uncategorized

Discovering your child has a learning disability can be a shock to many parents – but remember, everyone goes through struggles and faces challenges, this just happens to be the one you and your child are facing. Every parent wants …

We came to Debra at a point when my son, who has good career credentials, had nonetheless been struggling to land a job for a long time. Debra worked closely with him on his interview skills, giving him confidence and providing specific, practical advice. She was generous with her time and always responsive whenever I or my son had questions or needed a little reassurance. With her guidance, he was able to land the type of job in the entertainment field he had been looking for. We’re delighted!

Lori C

My husband and I highly recommend Debra Solomon of Spectrum Strategies. We have gained so much from the coaching she has done with our son, individually and in group sessions, and with my husband and I. Our son has high functioning autism or what was once termed Asperger’s Syndrome. Over a period of several years Debra has helped him develop a host of improved executive, networking, and interviewing skills as well as improved confidence. With her help he was recruited and completed several internships leading most recently to his being formally hired as a Junior employee in the IT division of a competitive publishing company in Manhattan. Debra has a wealth of experience as a business woman in her own right and in the field of high functioning autism. She is a sophisticated and tireless advocate with tremendous empathy and the ability to connect with her clients and work from where they are. In our case, she was there for our son when he experienced unfair and devastating treatment in a company that had no understanding of neurodiversity. Within a year, his confidence was built back better. Debra Solomon is a rare find and we feel blessed as a family to have met her. As future needs arise, our son and my husband and I will most certainly be consulting with her again.

Nina P

Debra has been working with our son, John, for over a year. It has made a huge impact in our lives. She is highly knowledgeable, always willing to help, and is an advocate for our son. She is able to assist in daily life tasks as well as his vocational pursuits. Her genuine warmth and skills have made the most difficult of situations a learning experience for our family. Debra supports John in ways that allow him to be independent and prepare for adult life. Debra Solomon has been a blessing to our family.

Mary P-W

I’ve worked with Debra in 2016, and since then she has made a huge difference in my life . I work as a freelance videographer, photographer and occasionally a film crew member in the industry and in the past it was easy for me to get overwhelmed by the demands of being organized, interpersonal, and calm under pressure. And it was a terrible feeling to be struggling to work in an industry of an artform I enjoyed doing. Debra was able to help me develop skills such as preparing myself in job interviews, figuring out how to communicate and work well with clients in the workplace--and under extreme pressure, becoming more proactive in networking, and learning how to make lists to become more organized. And that’s the tip of the iceberg. With her help I’ve been able to book a lot of freelance jobs, and over the years have developed more and more jobs. She has been more than supportive to help connect me with her friends and clients in need of my videography and photography services (such as photos for her website).

-Kerey Viswanathan

We have been working with Debra for a little over a year and she has been absolutely amazing! She is professional and knowledgeable and her commitment and energy know no bounds. She is extremely creative in thinking of possibilities and opportunities for my son and has supported and guided him every step of the way. An exceptional person with an exceptional gift.

-Candace Cohen

In a few short sessions with Debra, I had a better idea of what I wanted in a career and a detailed plan to help get me there. I would definitely recommend working with her.

-Jason Tibbetts

Debra has been a tremendous asset and has helped me organize and stream line my professional goals. Finding the right professional and career path can be overwhelming for anyone. Debra has helped me by creating a step by step process. Combined with the professional expertise, her personal experience, and warmth and compassion, she is the perfect job coach for me and for many other adults with A.S.D.

-Jennifer

We recognized from the very beginning coaching was the right way to go to help our daughter. Debra has given her the tools such as self-advocacy, time management, and organizational skills, in order to build a foundation in her personal life as well as her academic environment. Our daughter has built a trust with Debra and is more open to exploring the unknown. We are continually working together to build upon each goal.

-Robin

We have known Debra for the past year and have employed her as a life coach for one of our sons. It has been a pleasure for us to deal with her. We have found her to be a phenomenal coach who is genuinely interested and enthusiastic in helping her clients achieve their potential. She is patient, compassionate, creative and persistent in her efforts to accomplish her stated goals. Debra also arranges group outings and facilitates attendance at relevant educational programs.

-Perry & Sylvia

We have worked with Debra Solomon for more than a year and have been very pleased with her services. Debra has provided guidance and coaching implementing her exceptional knowledge of the business world. Debra is a passionate, dedicated professional who gives 150% to her clients.

-Alisa & Ben G.

I’ve been working with Debra since 2014. At the time I started working with her, I was at a low point in my job search having finished a graduate level degree two years prior. I had worked with other job coaches who didn’t specialize in or understand the Autism spectrum to minimal success on the job front. Debra understands that people on the spectrum need to take a different approach to the job search, and after working with her for two years on cover letters, elevator pitches, resumes and interview strategy, I landed a job in the exact field I wanted. I’ve continued to work with her since, and it has helped getting settled in a working environment.

-J. Simpson