Positively Autism ~ Autism support, training, and teaching materials.

Nicole Caldwell, M.Ed., Founder of PositivelyAutism.com, is currently a private school autism consultant and is pursuing a PhD in Educational Psychology with an emphasis in Autism research. Her teaching experience includes ABA programs, Montessori preschool, middle/high school social skills classes, and elementary school inclusion.

Ms. Caldwell creates intervention programs for all ages based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT), incidental teaching, Social Stories, and visual support strategies. Additionally, Ms. Caldwell trains future teachers on Autism and classroom positive behavior supports. Ms. Caldwell's awards and recognition include selection for Project STARS: Systematic Training for Autism Researchers and School Personnel and The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi.

Testimonials:

“Nicole is highly knowledgeable and passionate about the creation and implementation of effective and functional interventions for children with autism and their families. Moreover, Nicole is a very deep thinker and hard worker. Nicole consistently amazes me with her intelligent, creative, and thorough contributions! An asset to any team hoping to positively impact the lives of children with autism and their families.” – Kelly, ABA Program Consultant

“Nicole's strengths have always been her kind and nurturing rapport with the students as well as her way of teaching, her innovative style in creating interesting and engaging teaching activities, [and] skills in integrating technology.” - Juli, Special Education Teacher

“This past July, my four year old son [name removed for confidentiality] was diagnosed with ASD. He is doing really well and making great progress each and every day. I have been meaning to drop you a line for some time now to say Thank You! Your site is one of the first that I found. It has provided a wealth of knowledge, information, and ways to help improve my big guy's life. Continue what you are doing, you are inspiring.” – Melanie, Parent