Getting a New Therapist Social Story (Boy 1)
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Description
Changes to our routines can be challenging! This social story can be helpful for a child who is getting a new therapist (speech, occupational, or physical). Reading this story with the child prior to the switch can give them the language to understand some feelings that they might have, and reassure them that they will enjoy their new therapist as they get to know them better.
Quick note:
For each story I write, I create four versions with a different “character” in each version. I recommend selecting the version that looks most similar to your child (or the child you are working with). The goal is for the child to hear the story and see themselves in it. As you approach the activity or situation, I recommend reading the story to the child several times, ideally once a day. As they become familiar with the language of the script, you can use the phrasing to call their minds back to the story. This will provide them with some familiarity in uncomfortable situations and allow them to feel more confident in what will happen.
If you have any questions or specific requests, please do not hesitate to reach out to me! Though these stories are written more generally, I would be happy to adapt them to a specific child, such as using the child’s name, adding a page for a specific fear/difficulty, etc. I am so glad you stopped by and hope these stories can help you!
*Looking through the store and realizing you'd like to purchase 2 or more stories that aren't already bundled together? I'd be glad to group them for you and throw in a 5% discount! You can send me your bundle request under the "ask a question" section on my store main page, or send an email with your bundle request to autismscriptresources@gmail.com.
**Need a different version of I Can Get a New Therapist? Check them out here:
***For a general how-to video on reading social stories with your child, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sf9OX0xxzQ
