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Nancy Gilette RDI Consultant

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Nancy Gilette RDI Consultant

Providing RDI Services & Support for Parents of Autistic Children & Teens.

I have dedicated two decades of my life to following the passion of my career, supporting families with children/teens with Autism and various other special needs in BC and Alberta. After completing my post-secondary education at Thompson Rivers University and Vancouver Island University, I began my incredible journey in the Autism field. That eventually led to me opening my successful private pra

ctice as a Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) Consultant for the past three years on beautiful Vancouver Island!

04/23/2025

When Grocery Shopping Feels Impossible ✨

Ever been here?

You walk into the store—list in hand, plan in mind.
You’ve done this before. You know what needs to happen.

But your autistic child? Yeah… they’ve got other plans.

🔆 The lights? Too bright.
🔊 The sounds? Way too much.
💨 The plan? Falling apart faster than you can say, “Here, take my phone.”

You feel their anxiety rising.
You feel your own regulation slipping.
But the groceries still need to get done.

So what do you do? Take a moment.. thats it..
You pause.
You breathe.
You meet them where they are and be curious what can I do to help (rather than focusing on control of behaviour).

✨ Find a role (hello co-regulation) something simple and predictable to keep them engaged.

🛒 “Child can hold the apple bag open, and I’ll put the apples in.”
📋 “Can you help me check this off the list?”

It’s not about rushing through.
It’s about reframing the moment so it works for both of you.

Small shifts make a world of difference difference.
Understanding behaviour = Less stress and more connection.

What’s worked for you during errands? Drop a tip below or DM me..I love hearing what’s helped other families.
OR even better... come join me in my group today for more insight in everyday life!

04/15/2025

And just like that… the evening is here... le sigh

Us parents raising kids in this busy world with different needs..we are doing all. the. things.
Some of you have completely shifted your whole lifestyle to be there for your child.
Some work from home. Some chose homeschooling because the traditional system just wasn’t built for their kid. And some didn’t..but regardless parents continue to show up in incredible ways....in ways most people don’t even see or understand.

Whatever your situation—one thing’s for sure:

🤪 "Some days, balance feels like a total joke. 🤯 It's sooo overwhelming at times!"

You’re juggling work, therapies, lesson plans, meltdowns, special interests, food requests, life stuff…and just when you finally sit down to breathe...you hear a crash from the kitchen…
An “ugh” from the bedroom…or feel the first wave of a sensory storm rolling in...
Whether it’s your child’s or (let’s be honest) your own. 🤬

You’re being pulled in every direction.

Because you care. So... Damn... Much....

You want to show up for your child, for your work, and still have energy left for yourself.
But sometimes—you .just .don’t.

Here’s the hard truth...stop doing so much..you are doing already doing too much.

✨ "It’s not about doing more… it’s about doing what matters most."

When you find strategies that actually fit your child and your life, things start to click.
Not perfect..but progress occurs in small, meaningful shifts....and those shifts? They change everything.👍

💛 This is the shift Autism needs. A life that’s authentic to your child and your family.
Because everything is "figureoutable" --thank you

Wanna learn more and hear more conversations?
Check out my page or visit my Linktree for support, resources, and a different perspective to help you create a life that actually helps.

02/25/2025

You had it all planned out:

A family outing.
A shared meal.
A trip to the park

But then… it all unraveled.
You're child/teen got frustrated.
You got frustrated.
And that time you’d set aside for connection? It turned into stress.

Here’s the thing:
good intentions are a great start, but ----without strategies, they can fall short.

When we approach these moments with flexibility and curiosity—asking what they need and what you need—we can shift the focus. Instead of chaos, we create space for learning and building skills together.

✨ Let’s talk: What’s one thing you’ve reframed or adapted to better connect with your neurodivergent child/teen? Share your wisdom in the comments—I’d love to hear it!

02/18/2025

Your child/teen’s been holed up in their room all day.

They’re overwhelmed. Anxious. Probably drained.
You want to help, but they’ve shut the door—literally and figuratively—and it feels like they’ve shut you out, too.
It’s tough not to feel stuck, but here’s the thing: connection doesn’t have to be big or complicated. It can happen in small, quiet ways.

A knock on the door with a simple, “I’m here.” No need for a big speech—sometimes less is more. Just sharing space can be enough. Nonverbal communication is so powerful.

Leave the pressure behind and try something low-key, like a short walk or listening to music together.

Sometimes, it’s not about fixing the moment. It’s about creating a safe environment so they know they can come back when they’re ready.

✨ Parents: How do you reconnect with your child/teen on those hard days? Share your go-to strategies in the comments—we’ve got this together!

02/11/2025

I know so many parents who are trying to do it all. Some work from home so they can be there for their teen. Some chose homeschooling because they wanted something different. Something better.

But let’s be real—some days, the balance feels like a joke🤮 .

You’re juggling meetings, lesson plans, and your child/ teen’s needs—sometimes all at once. Then you hear the crash from the kitchen or the sigh from their room, and suddenly you’re pulled in a million directions.

It’s overwhelming because you care. You want to show up for them, for your work—and, well, everything else.

Here’s the truth: You’re already doing so much!.

And with the right strategies—ones that actually honor your child/teen’s needs and your goals—you can find a rhythm that works.

✨ Let’s share: What’s one way you’ve made working from home and homeschooling work for your family? Drop your tips below—I want to hear how you’re making it happen!

02/04/2025

When Grocery Shopping Feels Impossible ✨

Picture this:
You’re in the middle of the store. You’ve got a list, a plan, and your autistic teen who is not having it.

The lights are blinding.
The sounds are deafening.
The plan? It’s falling apart faster than you can say “check-out line.”

You can feel your patience unraveling and their anxiety cranking up. And here’s the kicker—you still have to get stuff done.

So, what do you do? You pause.
What if you stopped trying to make it perfect and framed the whole thing differently?

Could you prep them with a visual schedule or a checklist so they know what’s coming?

Could you pick a quieter, less chaotic time to shop?

Could you just take a minute to breathe and meet them where they’re at?

It’s not about checking off the list. It’s about finding proactive strategies that works for both of you and making it work in a way that doesn’t leave you both frazzled.

✨ Let’s talk: What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to everyday errands? How have you found ways to make it work? Drop your tips below or message me —I wanna hear them!

01/29/2025

These sunny days are making me wanna garden🌿☀️☀️🪴How about you???

Parenthood—and supporting a neurodivergent child/teen—can feel like juggling a million things at once. I’ve been working with a family on my caseload, and we’ve been talking about how the homeschool journey often brings up some unexpected challenges, even when you’re trying to do something as simple as gardening.

Take gardening, for example.

Parent thought:
“This will be perfect! We’ll bond, get our hands dirty, and grow something beautiful :)
Plus, they’ll learn some life skills along the way!”

So, the parent went ahead to plan, pick out seeds, and set aside time to make it happen.

But then, reality hit:

The garden quickly became overwhelming for the parent.
The child started to disengage.
Interruptions came—sensory overload, emotional moments, or simply needing a break.

The real pain point here: How do you keep going when your best intentions don’t seem to be enough?

It’s time for a perspective shift: connection isn’t about finishing the project—it’s about being present and intentionally planning and implementing supports for success.

This shift has been a game-changer for the families I work with. It’s not about doing everything—it’s about doing the right things in a way that works for your child or teen.
Intentional planning, pacing, and focusing on connection have made all the difference.

✨ Let’s share: Have you adapted a family project—like gardening—to better support your neurodivergent child/teen? What worked (or didn’t)? Drop your story in the comments or dm me—I’d love to hear it!

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 2pm

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http://www.nancygilette.com/

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