PDA Nervous System Support Strategies
PDA and the Nervous System: Support Strategies As a PDA adult and parent to two PDA children, I know all too well the daily
February 3, 2025
Little Puddins, founded by Amanda McGuinness, is a trusted leader in providing neuroaffirmative Autism resources, professional training, consultancy services, and family support. Recognised as Ireland’s foremost expert on visual supports for Autism, Amanda specialises in empowering families, educators, and organisations with evidence-based strategies and tailored solutions.
Little Puddins offers comprehensive family support services, including one-on-one consultations, parent training, and practical resources and programs, all designed to empower families confidently to support and celebrate their Autistic family members’ individuality and strengths while fostering growth and independence.
Additionally, corporate services such as Neurodiversity consulting, employee well-being programs, and professional development workshops are available to foster inclusion and acceptance of neurodiversity in workplaces.
With a foundation in lived experience and academic expertise, Amanda McGuinness is dedicated to advancing inclusive practices, enhancing family well-being, and improving outcomes for Autistic individuals across all settings.”
"It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences."
Audre Lorde
Amanda McGuinness offers specialist consultations designed to accommodate the diverse schedules of families, with flexible availability including early morning and late evening appointments. As a recognised leader in Autism and Visual Supports, Amanda provides tailored, evidence-based solutions in key areas including but not limited to: Autism, Neurodiversity, Autistic Communication, Autistic Masking, Autistic Meltdowns, Autistic Burnout, School Avoidance, Autistic Teen Support, PDA, Life Transitions, Puberty, and Toileting, delivering professional, neuroaffirmative support to meet individual and family needs.
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PDA and the Nervous System: Support Strategies As a PDA adult and parent to two PDA children, I know all too well the daily
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Collaborate with Amanda McGuinness for professional mentoring, expert consultations, bespoke neuroaffirmative training programs, and custom visual support solutions—tailored to empower Autistic individuals and create inclusive workplaces, schools, and communities.
Specialist guidance to empower Autistic individuals, families, and organizations with actionable strategies and insights.
Tailored neuroaffirmative development programs to drive inclusion, foster understanding, and enhance organizational capacity to create truly inclusive and supportive environments.
Delivering bespoke visual support systems to empower families and organizations, optimizing communication, accessibility, and inclusivity for Autistic individuals across diverse environments."
"It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences."
Audre Lorde