For any young adult, it can often be challenging to live independently as well as establish and maintain work and personal relationships. For those individuals who have been diagnosed with high functioning autism, it could be even more of a struggle.

High functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder is at one end of the autism spectrum. Individuals classified as “high-functioning” tend to have signs and symptoms less severe than with other forms of autism. Often times, an individual with high functioning autism usually have an average or above average intelligence level.

Whether a person is labeled with high functioning autism or with Asperger’s Syndrome, both present daily challenges for both the individual and their family. These individuals typically have a hard time with social interactions, especially making eye contact, lack of empathy and general communication skills.

Spectrum Strategies is here to help spread awareness about autism and open up the world’s eyes to realizing that the autism population deserves all of the opportunities and successes that every neurotypical young adult is entitled to.

Spectrum Strategies focuses on training young adults on the Autism Spectrum to help them accomplish both life and career goals. Many of those individuals on the spectrum have unique skills that can be key components to success as long as they are executed and steered in the right direction given the proper skills.You may be wondering, why do I need a coach? Below are just a few reasons:

• Coaches can help you to create realistic goals that will help lead you to life long success.
• Coaches will help you to lay out all of goals and break them down into smaller, more practical steps. This way goals are achieved effectively.
• Not only will your coach provide you with success tools, but also with valuable life skills to use in all areas of your day to day life.
• Your coach will help you create a plan that is tailored to your individual needs – whether it be applying to college, the vocational world or the work force – we’re here to help!

We will continue to support the autism community as scientists and researchers continue to complete case studies and find additional ways to improve the lives of young adults on the spectrum.