Hello
My name is Joanna Haslam. I am a specialist teacher, trainer, autism advocate and founder of 'Into Autism.'
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I set up 'Into Autism' because I recognised, within my previous work with professionals, a need for high quality advice for families. Lengthy waiting lists for neuro-developmental assessments and limited support services often seemed to result in parents and children reporting feelings of isolation, frustration or despair. I knew I wanted to help.
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My aim in creating 'Into Autism' is to provide a support service where autistic young people, and the people who love them, can feel informed, reassured, connected and empowered.
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A bit of background...
Joanna holds a Master of Education degree in autism. She is a qualified teacher, has a degree in maths (BSc(Hons)) and more than twenty years experience working in the field of special educational needs. Initially teaching in a specialist school for autistic pupils and more recently working as an advisory teacher in a local authority, Joanna has worked extensively with a wide range of children, professionals and parents.
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Joanna is a confident and experienced trainer having designed and delivered bespoke and licensed programmes to staff in education, social care, libraries and sports clubs as well as parents, carers and foster carers.
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Within her career, Joanna has been fortunate to access a high level of specialist training including within approaches such as SCERTS®, PECs®, TEACCH®, Social Stories™, Attention Autism™ and Intensive Interaction.
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People who have worked with Joanna say she is 'easy to talk to', 'knowledgeable', 'kind' and 'makes a lot of sense!'
Contact
'Into Autism' is always looking for new and exciting opportunities to make a difference. If you think we may be able to help, or you're not sure what help you need, please get in touch.
07471 551073