Autism Spectrum Disorder

What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person perceives and interacts with the world. The term "spectrum" reflects the wide variation in how autism presents from person to person. Core areas of difficulty often include social interaction, communication, sensory processing, and behavior regulation.

How Autism May Impact Daily Life

ASD can present unique challenges across multiple domains. While each individual is different, common signs may include:

✔ Difficulty with communication or social interaction (e.g., limited eye contact, challenges in conversation)

✔ Repetitive behaviors or restricted interests

✔ Sensory sensitivities (e.g., to light, sound, texture)

✔ Emotional dysregulation (e.g., frequent meltdowns or anxiety)

✔ Cognitive or speech delays

✔ Physical coordination challenges

Families may feel overwhelmed by uncertainty or by traditional therapies that focus primarily on deficits. At MoveAbilities®, we recognize the potential in every child and begin with their existing abilities.

How MoveAbilities® Can Help

MoveAbilities® offers a unique, brain-based approach grounded in the Anat Baniel Method NeuroMovement®. This method uses principles of brain plasticity to provide the right conditions for learning and development.

Through personalized lessons, children on the autism spectrum can:

✔ Develop greater body awareness and motor coordination
✔ Improve emotional regulation and focus
✔ Enhance communication and social interaction
✔ Expand cognitive and sensory integration abilities
✔ Cultivate curiosity and self-confidence

We meet each child where they are, helping them learn how to learn—creating lasting pathways for growth, resilience, and new possibilities.