How I Went From Nonverbal to Verbal Autism

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  • čas přidán 27. 06. 2021
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  • @dorothyronan8220
    @dorothyronan8220 Před 2 lety +136

    Wonderful to hear such a positive outcome. My little grandson is nearly 3 and is non verbal, he clearly understands language but doesn’t say anything yet. Your video is comforting to those of us who worry for our little loved ones ❤️

    • @thewordrappergma7713
      @thewordrappergma7713 Před 2 lety +8

      Hello, Speak oil, Smoothies with dark leafy greens and veggies, vitamin D, kefir for healthy gut it has probiotics and Empowerplus powder supplements by Truehope, ABA one on one therapy and much prayer. Constantly talk to your child and explain what is occurring. What this gentleman is saying is what I do with my granddaughter. Shalom

    • @emilyb5557
      @emilyb5557 Před rokem +6

      Is he able to use signs with you? Lovely peaceful way to communicate x

    • @dorothyronan8220
      @dorothyronan8220 Před rokem +11

      @@emilyb5557 we’re all learning how to sign. I was at Legoland with my grandson yesterday and he signed to me that he was “finished” for the day. My heart melted and I took him straight home. I find him a fascinating and beautiful little boy, his gentle nature and the way he copes with the world is humbling 😘

    • @nicholaslandry6367
      @nicholaslandry6367 Před rokem +4

      @@emilyb5557 I wish I would have been taught sign language as a kid
      Frankly I think there's zero valid excuses for not teaching it to kids as early as possible in the school system (obviously kids with disabilities that impact their ability to learn/use signing should be accommodated appropriately and individually) it's far too valuable and I'm certain a lot more people would live their lives nearly if not entirely mute if this were the norm

    • @nicholaslandry6367
      @nicholaslandry6367 Před rokem +3

      @@dorothyronan8220 yall supporting him by learning/teaching sign language is incredible he may not realize how massive of a move that is in society as of now but as he gets older and encounters situations where people have to get translators in order to communicate with him properly he'll start to see how much love went into the decision to learn communication his way
      Great job! ^.^

  • @SRoseBlog
    @SRoseBlog Před 2 lety +56

    1. Study how language was/ is acquired
    2. Pointing practice- books, pictures, objects, people,...
    3. Teach me language curriculum
    4. Let child find things
    5. Sing songs. Fill in the blank in nursery rhymes
    6. Read lots of books

  • @j-z2325
    @j-z2325 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Thank you so much. I have a nonverbal 7 year old who understands so much and used to have about 5 words that weren’t clear, but now only says 1 word ‘mom’ when frustrated. It’s very difficult to find verbal people who were once nonverbal at the typical speaking age to share their stories. I appreciate it so so much. ❤️

  • @emilyb5557
    @emilyb5557 Před rokem +45

    If your mum is able to it might be really interesting to do an interview on this with her? Very useful positive video and what a fab dedicated mum 💕

  • @SilentReports
    @SilentReports Před 2 lety +37

    Thanks for your sharing your story. You have provided positive autism learning hope for many autistic children and even adults. I'm a struggling verbal autistic and like that you are helping those people from your direct experiences.
    What a wonderful mom!

  • @michaelcraig2450
    @michaelcraig2450 Před rokem +8

    Thank you, William. I have a 6 year old boy who’s going though the same thing. I appreciate you sharing your experiences.

  • @medicenAmy
    @medicenAmy Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much for sharing your experience and helping us understand more. I am so grateful for you.

  • @SideScholar
    @SideScholar Před 10 měsíci +5

    Many thanks William for highlighting your personal story and sharing your experiences with us. We need more awareness and thank you for sharing your personal content. Keep up the good work as you continue to spread hope and faith for a lot of families 🙌

  • @mw9884
    @mw9884 Před 9 měsíci

    What a blessing to have such a dedicated mother ❤️💕

  • @photoswithamani
    @photoswithamani Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you so much for sharing your experiences with us.

  • @no_name9619
    @no_name9619 Před rokem

    Thank you for sharing. Your mom loves/ loved you a lot. Make sure sure to let her know you appreicate and love her.

  • @varadh1
    @varadh1 Před 5 měsíci

    Great story. Thanks for sharing that william. Your mom is indeed a super hero.

  • @bballer10590
    @bballer10590 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much William! Subscribed!!

  • @Yooncelebtarot
    @Yooncelebtarot Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you so much for your insight. As a speech pathologist that works with Autistic children, it’s great hearing about what worked for you.

  • @danstanislawczyk6044
    @danstanislawczyk6044 Před 10 měsíci +2

    What a great mom.Thank you and God Bless you.

  • @supersyden4381
    @supersyden4381 Před 3 lety +35

    Hi! Will, Thank you so much for sharing this. I feel, I'm on the right direction. My son has slowly becoming more communicative. I love how much you appreciate your mom. Your mom is truly proud of you!💛🌞

    • @USCmusic2008
      @USCmusic2008 Před 2 lety +1

      @Wesley Hinson : thank you for your comment! What type of herb helps? Would you mind to share?

    • @I_am_more_stronger.
      @I_am_more_stronger. Před rokem +2

      @@USCmusic2008 only therapies work no herbs

  • @zenadriel6966
    @zenadriel6966 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much for sharing this, Will 🙏❤️

  • @masterelectriciananthonywr739

    Lol, thumbs up! It took a deep personal effort to learn, it took me years to speak too. Nicely done

  • @hkcx8534
    @hkcx8534 Před rokem +1

    Thank you so much! You should continue updating your channel!

  • @KennyValdivia95
    @KennyValdivia95 Před 2 lety +3

    Great testimony. Songs helped motivate me as well.

  • @starfoxz55
    @starfoxz55 Před 10 měsíci +10

    Thank you for sharing this! As a father of a "non verbal" autistic 8 yr old son ( with lots of work from him his mom and I and aba and speech therapies and he can say roughly 13-25 words now and continuing to be able to say more. Ive subscribed and shared you channel on our non profit page aatap as well :) thank you for doing this videos and im going to look into the learning curriculum that helped you 😊

  • @angelonasso
    @angelonasso Před rokem

    Great information man love it

  • @jerusalemmehari1354
    @jerusalemmehari1354 Před rokem

    Just subscribed. thank you for the information and will implement this for my daughter ❤

  • @brendaisabell17
    @brendaisabell17 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for your help really appreciate. Love your videos

  • @ananya817
    @ananya817 Před 2 lety +1

    What a wonderful video is this? Thank you so much for sharing the work of your mom with us!! God bless you!!

    • @williamwehrli7486
      @williamwehrli7486  Před 2 lety

      Aww well my pleasure! I’m glad it was helpful!

    • @ananya817
      @ananya817 Před 2 lety

      @Wesley Hinson which herbs are these? Can you please send me the link?

  • @WilliamsLovesToLearn
    @WilliamsLovesToLearn Před 9 měsíci

    your mum is awesome!

  • @synthiaamaartir9553
    @synthiaamaartir9553 Před rokem

    Thank you so much for sharing your story. I am going to give this a try for my daughter. ❤

    • @synthiaamaartir9553
      @synthiaamaartir9553 Před 10 měsíci

      @Amina90982 I appreciate your advice very much. Thank you!! 🙏🏼

  • @TourWithMe-hb6pq
    @TourWithMe-hb6pq Před 2 lety +2

    She did an excellent job with you! You are doing well.

  • @maxzytaruk8558
    @maxzytaruk8558 Před 5 měsíci

    Wow man, you have a great mom!

  • @eduagonzalez
    @eduagonzalez Před 10 měsíci +2

    This truly works, my was son is 7 now but was non verbal until around 4-5 years old, so i understand

  • @Knowthyself-zf3fy
    @Knowthyself-zf3fy Před rokem

    That poor poor girl.. I hope she lives a blessed life in every single way.

  • @tamzynlombard4506
    @tamzynlombard4506 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Thank you so much. I'm going to try this with my daughter.

  • @flutistmom
    @flutistmom Před 3 lety +4

    I should try to read my son more children's books. I just tried to do Twinkle Twinkle with him with the signs and motions and he did very well with it. Thanks for the advice!

  • @zaidshaikh1855
    @zaidshaikh1855 Před 10 měsíci +2

    It has. Thank You. God Bless You!

  • @victoriasmith718
    @victoriasmith718 Před měsícem

    Thank you so much William! So helpful and give parents some insight into how we can advance our children’s speech and development ❤

  • @alfredalfredo5080
    @alfredalfredo5080 Před rokem

    Wow 🎉🎉👏than you I will apply some of this things

  • @josephinebrown6631
    @josephinebrown6631 Před rokem

    Thank you kindly for sharing this🤍

  • @renatodep
    @renatodep Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for this! I have an almost 3 year old non-verbal ASD boy, this helps a lot!

  • @rahmaaljabri2331
    @rahmaaljabri2331 Před 2 lety +2

    Your mom is a great mom 🌷

  • @MarQ8
    @MarQ8 Před 3 lety +4

    Excited for this….

  • @afsahfarooq710
    @afsahfarooq710 Před rokem

    Oh now I have it, as my aon looks to where i am pointing i can teach him in this way thanks so much

  • @swatisutrave8620
    @swatisutrave8620 Před 2 lety +1

    God bless you...Lot of love from India 🇮🇳

  • @AronMih
    @AronMih Před rokem +1

    ❤Thank you for sharing your experience sir.

    • @williamwehrli7486
      @williamwehrli7486  Před rokem

      You're welcome, and thank you for taking the time to watch and listen to my story. It means a lot to me that I can share my experiences and help raise awareness and understanding about autism. I hope that by sharing my story, it can help others who may be going through similar experiences.

  • @nicoleeeepr
    @nicoleeeepr Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you so much for this video.

  • @The_13th_Voyager
    @The_13th_Voyager Před 3 lety +54

    I was actually nonverbal myself when I was young, and it was a pain for me and my mom. Thank god I can speak full sentences nowadays. But still, I cannot thank you enough for the knowledge you bless us with, and that my fellow autistic compadre, is commendable.
    Sincerely yours,
    Arséne Lupin

    • @williamwehrli7486
      @williamwehrli7486  Před 3 lety +4

      Hi Arséne! Thank you so much for the wonderful comment! I'm so happy that you were able to overcome so much as your grew with autism! Keep up the great work!

    • @The_13th_Voyager
      @The_13th_Voyager Před 3 lety +2

      @@williamwehrli7486 Merci, Monsieur William.

    • @janheffes1114
      @janheffes1114 Před 2 lety +1

      @Dr Yuching Lee
      Thank you so much for your suggestion.
      What is the name of that herb again?
      My screen is narrow, so it presented the name in two parts. So not sure.
      And how is it prepared and taken?
      Thanks so much. My grandson is on the spectrum.

    • @janheffes1114
      @janheffes1114 Před 2 lety +1

      @Dr Yuching Lee
      Thanks for the link.
      I checked it out, but I am skeptical.
      Can you please give me a quick rundown of your child’s autism healing experience.
      Including the herbs, and how you used them and how your child is doing now.
      I would be very grateful, thanks.

    • @maryshaffer8474
      @maryshaffer8474 Před 2 lety +1

      My sister started talking late but did.

  • @jasminegar7714
    @jasminegar7714 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much. This is very helpful.

  • @sypha0014
    @sypha0014 Před 10 měsíci +1

    This was really helpful, thank you.

  • @zenfitnutrition8908
    @zenfitnutrition8908 Před rokem +5

    What a beautiful blessing finding your video- I’m helping a 4 yr old non speaking autistic angel . I believe he has light at the end of the tunnel especially now after seeing your video thank you.💪🏽✝️💪🏽

  • @zaarar9440
    @zaarar9440 Před rokem

    Very informative video 👍

  • @user-hu3vr7np4l
    @user-hu3vr7np4l Před měsícem

    Thank you so much for this educational video

  • @Taviarenechin
    @Taviarenechin Před 10 měsíci +1

    This was helpful .Thanks so much

  • @frederickmaclean6198
    @frederickmaclean6198 Před rokem +23

    Thank you will for your courage to share your experiences. My nonverbal autistic daughter is 7 now and we have been through every therapy know to the ASD community. She is smart and can read, meaning she comprehends just fine…and can write and spell anything new you give her. But, no speech yet 😢. All of the things your mom did with you are things we do, using “site words” in day-to-day activities to help with the child’s development. My daughter understands them, just won’t speak them, won’t attempt to. She regressed around 15 months old just when she was saying her first words like “dada, mama”. Haven’t heard dada since 😢😢

    • @vivekcse1
      @vivekcse1 Před rokem +6

      That’s apraxia probably. She has a high chance of speaking I thought if she gets good training. Based on a video of a kid on CZcams.

    • @mscoot629
      @mscoot629 Před rokem +6

      Could be apraxia, where the person can not form the words with the mouth, even though they know what they want to say and can comprehend language

    • @Hinaisthebest
      @Hinaisthebest Před rokem +3

      Apraxia

    • @thematrix3663
      @thematrix3663 Před 11 měsíci +2

      Investigate the child's diet. Remove gluten and dairy for a 3 month period as an experiment. Look for the hidden sources in prepared foods. There are probably whole channels that can assist.

    • @niebieskimotyl3308
      @niebieskimotyl3308 Před 10 měsíci +3

      My son have apraxia, he had to learn to make even "a" sound. He didn't start with "mama", just puting the mouth into right shape was hard enough. But gradually he speaks better and now at the age of 7 he's speaking very good.
      That's amazing your daughter can write at this age, she can communicate. Motivation is extremely important, my son didn't want to even try to speak, but if he wanted something he needed to ask. Even if he couldn't get the right sound, he had to try enough. At first he was speaking only at the kindergarten and not at all at home, because I wasn't demanding that and he didn't feel the need himself. Now he's the most talkative kid in the class, he's attending local public school with some support,it probably wouldn't be possible if he was non verbal.
      Some people never will develop speech, no matter what, but there's always possibility. I've read about nonverbal 17 years old who learned to speak and even finished university, became an educator, so there are a lot of possibilities we don't know yet

  • @macristinabroso6488
    @macristinabroso6488 Před 2 lety +1

    hi will just to say thanks as a nanny of asd child for all the informative content not only in yt but also in tiktok I remember one day you have video that you said "AUTISM IS LIKE A WIFI,YOU HAVE GIVE A GOOD REPSEPTION IN ORDER TO HAVE A BETTER CONNECTION" and it's true now I can easily train and teach the asd child that am taking care of he can now wear his clothes little bit alone, eating by himself and go to bathroom when he needs to pee and poop more power and God bless

    • @williamwehrli7486
      @williamwehrli7486  Před 2 lety +1

      Aww that means so much to me to hear! Thank you so much for sharing that with me! I’m glad that you found my Wi-Fi “to be helpful and agreeable! That’s amazing that your kid is improving a lot and that you are forming a good connection with him

  • @shellesbby
    @shellesbby Před rokem

    Very inspiring 🤎🌞

  • @USCmusic2008
    @USCmusic2008 Před 2 lety +27

    Thank you so much for sharing! It’s really amazing you talk beautifully now. My 3 years old son is non-verbal Autism. Your story gives me so much hope and I will follow whatever your mom did to you to my son. Hopefully he will talk soon. Many appreciations! Pls keep sharing more videos

    • @JazThee
      @JazThee Před 2 lety +1

      Don't give up hope! My son has Autism and was also non-verbal, but he started talking by the age of 4. He is now 6 and his speech is constantly progressing. Just continue to talk to your son normally, read to him, sing with him. If you're able, get him into center based ABA therapy, he's at that age where he qualifies for early intervention help. ❤

    • @thewordrappergma7713
      @thewordrappergma7713 Před 2 lety

      Hello, try Speak oil, smoothies with leafy green veggies/ fruits, kefir for probiotics, no gluten, Empowerplus by Truehope, or a vitamin mineral supplement designed for children on the spectrum, ABA Therapy, Dr Berg video about autism. Shalom

    • @strictnonconformist7369
      @strictnonconformist7369 Před 2 měsíci

      @@JazTheeno, ABA is abusive dog training (badly) for autistic kids.

  • @frosty818
    @frosty818 Před 2 lety +1

    Your mum sounds wonderful and you speak very well thank you for this more videos like this you are fantastic

    • @williamwehrli7486
      @williamwehrli7486  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you so much! That means so much to me to hear! My Mom is a hard worker and does what she can 🥰

    • @frosty818
      @frosty818 Před 2 lety

      @Dr Yuching Lee you can’t cure autism 🙄

    • @frosty818
      @frosty818 Před 2 lety

      @Accra Terminal agency I don’t think it’s something that goes away completely maybe symptoms have improved

  • @rdhami7639
    @rdhami7639 Před rokem

    Thanks for sharing

  • @ezinnennochirionye1285
    @ezinnennochirionye1285 Před 2 lety +1

    subscribed. Thank you so much for this

  • @Orixbby
    @Orixbby Před rokem

    aw thanks for sharing!!

  • @lightbeing1113
    @lightbeing1113 Před 5 měsíci +3

    This gives me so much hope for my baby. These are the same things, me and my son father have been doing with my son since he was born. He is 3 and knows his abc and 123 in spanish and in english. He is finally able to say some words.❤❤❤ Thank you so much for this video. It feels good to know I'm doing something right with my baby for his autism

    • @christyzeeaquarianated2600
      @christyzeeaquarianated2600 Před 4 měsíci +3

      Don't lose hope, and keep up the great work!
      I understand how hard, and heartbreaking, it can be - my Son was non-verbal until he was almost 5.
      The key for us was early intervention, speech therapy, music, reading, art therapy (especially working with clay/play dough, those products had a wonderfully calming effect for my Son, making it easier to transition into concentration-based activities and learning), Lego, and sight prompts (pictures with the descriptive word underneath).
      Every child is different, so I obviously can't say what would be the most beneficial for your baby and family, but I really do wish you the best of luck, and I hope any of the suggestions above provide some help.
      Oh! And reach out to the online Autism community, too - parenting is difficult, parenting a neurodivergent child can be especially difficult, so please know that you have a community out here, ready to help, or even just to listen when you've had a rough day 😊

    • @lightbeing1113
      @lightbeing1113 Před 2 měsíci

      @@christyzeeaquarianated2600 Thank you so much. I wish you and your family the best. Happy mothers day as well.

  • @aaronwimbish9382
    @aaronwimbish9382 Před rokem

    Good information

  • @fionawong4127
    @fionawong4127 Před 10 měsíci

    棒棒哒妈妈是一位很棒的语言专家❤

  • @HANSMKAMP
    @HANSMKAMP Před rokem +2

    I was non-verbal until I was about 5 years old. But I was and still am highly intelligent. Although I couldn't speak, I noticed and learned where my father was driving when we drove to my grandma. He always drove the same route. Then I once tried to do it myself on my little bycicle. But a 4 years old boy at a busy road? That is very frightening! Something could have happened to me. I was taken to the police and I came back home. My father built a fence, so that I could not do that again.
    At 5 there are many things that I learned in a very short time!: speaking, writing and reading. I think I already could listen, that is: I could understand spoken language. I learned reading and writing, before I went to school.
    I am Dutch. At 8 I learned a few German words, at 11 I learned Russian. My development went extremely fast! I also played organ, although I was a little boy, so that was dificult, until I became taller. I was considered as a gifted child.
    Now I am in a situation that I am still gifted, almost 57 years old. But quite a lot of people considers me as developmentally challenged. Especially my employer limits me. He doesn't allow me to develop and I am not allowed to ask things about the organisation where I work.
    Outside my work my development doesn't stop. I can still learn things I want, also on the social area. I am no longer socially challenged, can communicate very precisely and I love to make jokes with colleagues and family. I love traveling, either by flying or driving. I can drive everywhere (I have been driving at the right side and at the left side of the road). I speak Dutch, English, Esperanto and German fluently. At a lesser degree I speak Afrikaans, French, Russian and Japanese. I love languages!

    • @tiatoo9750
      @tiatoo9750 Před 2 měsíci

      God bless you! U give me hope.

  • @dobrilaludoski3222
    @dobrilaludoski3222 Před 10 měsíci

    BRAVO.❤

  • @anaanna1075
    @anaanna1075 Před 10 měsíci +1

    THANK YOU!!!

  • @SRose-vp6ew
    @SRose-vp6ew Před rokem

    God bless your loving mom. 💕 She worked so hard to do her best to bless you, now your working hard by making this video to bless others. May Jesus bless you both.

  • @dianefitzgerald6707
    @dianefitzgerald6707 Před rokem +2

    Amazing

  • @mimi5769
    @mimi5769 Před 7 měsíci

    I'm so ignorant on autism but lately I really am trying hard to learn more on this topic, so thank you for your video

  • @xiomanaxoxoxo3212
    @xiomanaxoxoxo3212 Před 4 měsíci

    Wow amazing.

  • @k91985
    @k91985 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Great ideas

  • @charissahanks3967
    @charissahanks3967 Před 11 měsíci +1

    That's very helpful. I'll try that. I've got a 13 year old non- verbal daughter.

  • @Tia-vj9ox
    @Tia-vj9ox Před 10 měsíci +5

    Thank you for sharing your story! Your mom is obviously a Rock Star and so are you!❤

  • @virtualrunner668
    @virtualrunner668 Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you sir

  • @tammytilley6051
    @tammytilley6051 Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you I am going to have my daughter watch this ,, 3 out of her 4 are nonverbal …

  • @dr.aakanksha4840
    @dr.aakanksha4840 Před rokem

    That's just lot of hardwork in backend.Very easy to hear from you but practically only your mom knows.

  • @michaelpaul9208
    @michaelpaul9208 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm also autistic this is incredibly awesome God bless you brother

  • @user-nt8iy1pv2t
    @user-nt8iy1pv2t Před 2 měsíci

    At that time ur mom done therapies.. Thank you for sharing

  • @jenieroshna4058
    @jenieroshna4058 Před 2 lety +8

    I love this video. Im a speech language pathologist and this is a great motivation for me..

  • @MGCoracora_8
    @MGCoracora_8 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Thank you for sharing your story ❤my son is 5 he has level 3 autism .

  • @saubiafatheahmed3097
    @saubiafatheahmed3097 Před rokem

    Thank you

  • @rahmaaljabri2331
    @rahmaaljabri2331 Před 2 lety +1

    I taught my 4 years old autistic son new vocabulary using books and educational video ..and I try my best to name items we see when we ride in the car or go to somewhere new really helpful but needs patience and repetition.

    • @awesomegsps
      @awesomegsps Před 2 lety

      You’re doing a great job! Pictures are very important. When William was little he saw words in pictures so an apple wasn’t a p p l e it was 🍎

  • @salauerman7082
    @salauerman7082 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Any suggestions about having my son diagnosed?
    He’s almost 30, born with Down’s Syndrome, used to LOVE his Sesame Street Search n Learn game, and used to have about 350 signs… before our world turned upside down.
    We’re slowly becoming more stable, and I hope to work with him again. He had learned mostly because of Thomas the Train and Curious George - still his favorites. I helped George do what my son needed to do, then he would copy his buddy. His PCP didn’t want to add a label on him, and he was sick so much that I finally home schooled him, so school didn’t give him an autism diagnosis either. A heart surgeon was the first to ask if my son was autistic when he was 12.

  • @joyfulhelpmeet
    @joyfulhelpmeet Před 2 lety +1

    Love!!!!!

  • @Deviliza
    @Deviliza Před 2 lety +3

    Very interesting. I dont think that we should assume that all non-verbal people with autism can learn - but it certainly goes to show that we shoudnt give up.

    • @strictnonconformist7369
      @strictnonconformist7369 Před 2 měsíci

      All those non-speaking cannot be assumed that they can get to become speaking, but that isn't the same as them being unable to learn language, to read and write it or use it in a different mode expressively like sign language.
      If my neurology had been just a bit more different for dyspraxia, and/or auditory processing, I'd likely have been effectively non-speaking, because I wouldn't have been able to make it sufficiently intelligible. It doesn't mean I'd be unable to learn language, but the speaking and audio processing of it would put a damper on things.
      My speech still isn't perfectly clear, as an adult, even though I had several years of speech therapy. You can't reliably control that which you cannot reliably sense.

  • @enanomme7702
    @enanomme7702 Před 21 dnem

    For all parents of nonverbal level 3 autism. I’m a psychologist and I used NeurOptimal on him with attachment therapy and in one week he went from 2 words to sentences now after 30 sessions he is having complex conversations. I have only this one story to tell as I don’t normally work with autism but as a parent it’s worth looking at. I told the mum the beginning I didn’t know if it would help so I’d give her 3 free session. It’s been life changing. Also I stopped all discussions in front of him as if he wasn’t thee or if he was a problem. Thi also had a dramatic affect . The mother has also used diet which ended fits and calmed outbursts. The amazing woman in England who does intensive communication. Entering into their language helped enormously.

  • @anupriyarastogi9748
    @anupriyarastogi9748 Před rokem +1

    Hi William, you're mommy and you did a got job. I am so happy you are able to narrate your story so nicely. Thankyou for setting and example and giving hope to parents and children who can also make there life beautiful and full of understanding.

  • @tracy96xx55
    @tracy96xx55 Před rokem

    Thank you iam doing the right thing for my 4 year old son my son can now pick up things like nappie he lays down bath he starts to get u changed i tell him eveyday what things are and he really loves it ❤

  • @angelawhite7863
    @angelawhite7863 Před 15 dny

    I could use all of your advice

  • @lizl7096
    @lizl7096 Před 3 lety +3

    Hi William, thanks for your videos! I have a nonverbal 26 month old who only speaks jargon and I’m hoping he will be verbal at some point so your tips are very helpful … thank you!

    • @williamwehrli7486
      @williamwehrli7486  Před 3 lety +3

      Nice to meet you Liz! Thank you so much for watching my videos! Remember that everybody develops at a different rate than others. Just give it time, patience and consistency!

    • @lizl7096
      @lizl7096 Před 3 lety

      @@williamwehrli7486 thank you so much 🙏🏼 yes I’m definitely going to take your advice. I appreciate your content as it has been so useful 🤗 and will continue to watch it so please continue posting!

    • @lizl7096
      @lizl7096 Před 2 lety

      @Accra Terminal agency it’s a neurotype so there is no cure.

    • @niebieskimotyl3308
      @niebieskimotyl3308 Před 10 měsíci

      He's got plenty of time to develop :) just use it well, there are different speech therapies, you may also look into Nemechek protocol, especially fish oil for Omega-3 fatty acids

  • @velveteye74
    @velveteye74 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Will!!!! This video give me so much hope for my daughter. She’s 4 and can speak some, but she’s not speaking as a typical 4 year old. I know if I put in the hard work and keep steadfast, she’ll be speaking successfully and living a productive life like you. 😊

    • @thewordrappergma7713
      @thewordrappergma7713 Před 2 lety

      Hello, take a look at Dr Berg’s video on autism. I used Empowerplus powder by Truehope, speak oil, vitamin D. Also smoothies with leafy green veggies and fruit, no gluten. ABA therapy, if you live in the United States your child qualifies for grants. Shalom

  • @laurynturner2994
    @laurynturner2994 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the suggestion. My daughter is 3 she sings can says some words but is hesitant to hold conversations. She's also super busy. I feel if she slows down it will help her progress

    • @williamwehrli7486
      @williamwehrli7486  Před 2 lety +1

      Slow and steady does win the race. For a 3 year old, she’s just learning and growing.

    • @thewordrappergma7713
      @thewordrappergma7713 Před 2 lety

      Hello, Dr. Berg video on autism, speak oil, Empower plus powder supplements, smoothies with leafy green veggies, kefir for probiotics and of course prayer. Shalom

  • @marielaavila9182
    @marielaavila9182 Před 2 lety +4

    Thank you for posting this video Will! I actually potty trained my son with a potty song so I can see how songs helped you! My son is 5 and half and loves it when I identify items in his baby books. But he has a hard time understanding that cups can be different but..still a cup 😆 I guess practice makes perfect. I would love to hear if you had/have any feeding or eating issues/preferences and how your mom helped you. I know everyone is different but you give me hope.

    • @williamwehrli7486
      @williamwehrli7486  Před 2 lety +2

      Oh nice! What song did you use? That's awesome how you have that connection with your son when it comes to identifying his favorite things. I can see how he can have a hard time differentiating cups since we autistic people are black and white. According to my Mom, I was actually one of the easiest eaters. I still do hate squash and cream of wheat.

    • @marielaavila9182
      @marielaavila9182 Před 2 lety +1

      @@williamwehrli7486 We used the Daniel Tiger songs "when you have to go potty" it would snap him out of his little bubble if he was playing and hadn't gone potty in a while. Wow that's awesome that you were a good eater. She was lucky!!! My son hacks and gags when I present him with new foods. It's sad because if he would just try it he might like it. I wish I knew what is causing him to limit his diet.

    • @thewordrappergma7713
      @thewordrappergma7713 Před 2 lety

      Hello, ABA therapy, your child qualifies for grants if you live in the United States. Also, Speak oil, smoothies with leafy green veggies/ fruits, kefir for probiotics, Empowerplus powder supplement designed for the central nervous system or one that you choose that provides nutrients for the brain. Dr Berg video about Autism and talk explain everything to your child. Find other children that will play with your child and do some roll playing. Pray, pray pray. Shalom

    • @doyouhearthepeoplesing2
      @doyouhearthepeoplesing2 Před rokem

      @@marielaavila9182 you are whats causing it because the second he gags you take away the food so you have taught him that to not have to eat all he has to do is gag

  • @m.peterson6149
    @m.peterson6149 Před 3 lety +6

    Your mom was amazing. She never give up. I also think stress factored into some of your verbal progress. When your mom moved away from your dad, you seemed to respond somewhat better to your mom’s efforts.

    • @awesomegsps
      @awesomegsps Před 2 lety +3

      Auntie Maryhelen makes an excellent point. The stress was a big part of your non verbalness. I was also able to be more structured with you which helped you with managing your stress.

    • @williamwehrli7486
      @williamwehrli7486  Před 2 lety +2

      I had no idea the stress contributed to my nonverbal state. Glad we were able to get past that!

  • @greenthumbstrummer
    @greenthumbstrummer Před 2 lety +1

    You rock. Love the BB8 shirt

  • @Patrick-sq8ym
    @Patrick-sq8ym Před 10 měsíci +1

    My son is non verbal he scripts me, can identify things, he is slowly becoming more communicative but it’s taking time.

  • @n.e.w.skincare
    @n.e.w.skincare Před rokem

    Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I am trying to learn all that I can to help my granddaughter who has been categorized as level 3 Autism. My question is, when you say nonverbal, does that mean you didn't speak at all? My granddaughter does udder some words like "Mommy" and "Stop." Her vocabulary for the most part, going on 3 years is still non existent.

  • @klc282
    @klc282 Před 3 lety +6

    Hi William, thank you for sharing your video. You are truly amazing. My son is 5 and non verbal. Watching your videos gives me so much hope! I have a question, the exercise your Mom do with you is it “Teach Me Language” by Dr. Sabrina Freeman? Thank you again.

    • @williamwehrli7486
      @williamwehrli7486  Před 3 lety +4

      Thank you so much Kristen! I'm so happy that my videos give you hope! Yes it is by Sabrina Freeman!

    • @amnamakki4930
      @amnamakki4930 Před 3 lety

      My son is 4 and he non verbal, he diagnosed When he was 2 and half years old.

  • @enanomme7702
    @enanomme7702 Před 21 dnem

    Intensive interaction is important to learn . Videos free on line

  • @maryannoor6730
    @maryannoor6730 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @elijahslight
    @elijahslight Před 10 měsíci

    I did many of these methods when my son was growing up. He now fully understands about 95% of what is being said. When it comes to speech he knows te words but does not want to use them . He will repeat if i prompt but will not say them on his own unless its something he really really wants. Any suggestions on how to et him to talk over using gestures. Thank you