Easy-to-Use Calming Strategies for Autism

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As a board-certified music therapist, I use calming music and effective strategies to help anxious children with autism regulate their sensory systems. This music therapy video teaches you easy-to-use calming strategies for children with autism. To listen to the calming recorded music as featured in the beginning of this video, please click here and choose your preferred streaming service: songwhip.com/ryanjudd/tranqui...
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Ryan Judd
Ryan Judd has a master's degree in psychology and music therapy from one of the top contemplative education schools in the country. He is a board-certified music therapist and has been specializing in helping people with special needs for more than 22 years. The results he's achieved from integrating music and therapy are powerful and his work has even been featured on ABC World News Tonight and other national news outlets.
His mission is to elevate individuals with special needs to new heights developmentally, emotionally and expressively.
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[@MyCosmicFantasy]

I have very high functioning autism. Most people cannot tell I have it but when I get upset or have meltdowns it's very very hard. I'm much better at it now (I'm 20) than I was when I was a Kid. My parents never put me through therapy and honestly I feel like if I would have had a therapist like you as a kid I'd be in a much better position today. Thank you for your contribution sir, you're a blessing to humanity.

[@mrspiggylovespiggys]

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[@l.w.tomaso6277]

I was thinking the same way and i am 31 and struggle with meltdowns still. Much better than three years ago but my husband and i are running out of ideas for me. We have thought of vreating a room for me, but we rent and have no spaces. Any suggestions on helping an adult? I flap like that girl and im overstimulated easily. I have small stim tools but it doesnt help when im passed that stage.

[@jackmuller5478]

meltdowns = overflow of sensory input, true?

[@trishakatz386]

I feel the same way.

[@carolwiley7116]

L.W. Tomaso I know how you feel and it is very hard I've had a very rough time with my episodes especially in school because I get picked on and taunted by other students but there are some ways that help me maybe you could try some of them for me stuffed animals usually help with the stress and anxiety when I'm overwhelmed or sometimes coloring and drawing helps while listening to symphony or nature sounds I personally think the best way to help control yourself is with anything that makes you feel happy and safe it actually seems to work well for most it was very helpful for my best friend who also has the same problems as me I hope my advice is helpful for you and things become a little more easier as well.

[@roxnboys3]

I have no words to express how much I appreciate this approach.. all kids deserve to be treated with patience and respect.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thanks Roxanne. I appreciate your kind words.

[@lucidlili8960]

This honestly made me cry. My brother is autistic, he's now more high functioning but it use to be a nightmare. With all the therapy, nurses, and bullying it sometimes freaked him out, and it drove him done a path for a while of no motivation. Now he is A LOT more motivated with art! :)

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thanks for sharing! I’m so glad that he found an outlet in art!!!

[@waynetomney9610]

This also made me shed a tear and I’m not really an emotional person these days. We are at the very beginning of a diagnosis for our nearly 5 year old son, heartbreaking but you are an inspiration

[@confidenceokeke7133]

My son have been using this herbal product for 1month now , so far it has cured his ASD and eliminate his lack of social skill as well , now he is verbal , I got this herbs from Dr imenherbal on his channel and it work perfectly . Now he is completely free

[@The_Apollo_Show]

I cried too.

[@shayicompres599]

It's hard, breaks my heart to see my son when he is upset and apparently I can't help him...😭 But I'll never ever give up, he is my mission, definitely. 💙

[@CurrentCloseth-UAE]

I love that.." my mission". 💝.

[@shayicompres599]

@@CurrentCloseth-UAE 😉

[@angeleydrian]

My son has autism too,and we will never give up neither,music has helped us o lot,good luck to you and you son

[@shayicompres599]

@@angeleydrian thanks !🤗

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Hang in there and keep trying!

[@rileyspsychology485]

THIS!! As an autistic person, i see so much disinformation surrounding my neurotype and how people are supposed to deal with us the "right way", but this is by far the best i've seen because it actually caters towards our needs! Bravo sir, you're an absolute champion 👏🏻 many thanks from myself and the autistic community

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Wow! That means so much to me. Thank you for your perspective!

[@Tony-ts3ip]

This reminds me of my daughter so much. Thank you for the advice :)

[@CoolhandLukeSkywalkr]

@@RyanJuddMusic Thank you for helping us.

[@confidenceokeke7133]

My son have been using this herbal product for 1month now , so far it has cured his ASD and eliminate his lack of social skill as well , now he is verbal , I got this herbs from Dr imenherbal on his channel and it work perfectly . Now he is completely free

[@SweetBrownGirl]

I'm not autistic, but I agree...this is the best one I've seen!

[@simplyvince1744]

This is really beautiful to watch. I like the idea of meeting a kid where they're at and turning therapy into something fun that they can actually enjoy and get genuine immediate value out of.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Well said! Thank you!

[@emmymirgaux8912]

Yeh

[@confidenceokeke7133]

My son have been using this herbal product for 1month now , so far it has cured his ASD and eliminate his lack of social skill as well , now he is verbal , I got this herbs from Dr imenherbal on his channel and it work perfectly . Now he is completely free

[@Maplemoon48]

@Kirsten Donaho this is spam btw, copy and pasted several times in this comment section! let's all report it so we don't have misinfo on here!

[@jessicacampbell221]

It’s so cute but it’s really good 😢👍🏻😊❤😊😂

[@shawnakay9013]

I've been working in special Ed for years and this brought me to tears, you're amazing!

[@DebbieDooKidsTV]

I feel the same way... :)

[@motherlove8565]

Ryan Judd hi

[@shaun_rambaran]

The bubbles, right?

[@MrUltimaPro]

@@shaun_rambaran great to help with toilet time aswell frustration and pain being constipating I do this for my son he blows bubbles to help him with his bowel movements

[@jmb8370]

Same!

[@redscrochetedstuff3266]

I have high functioning autism. I dont know why, but this made me feel really happy. I wasn't even having a melt down.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

I’m so happy to hear that!

[@Ddaee1580]

as a person on the spectrum i really do wish that i had somebody like this when i was younger, i never really had this kind of support system and i always had to calm myself from a young age which i think made things a lot worse than they could have been. this video itself calms me doen a lot

[@RyanJuddMusic]

I'm so happy to hear that! Thanks for sharing!

[@richardphieler7737]

Autism the world is to Crazy and heavy for me

[@richardphieler7737]

For the girl ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@confidenceokeke7133]

My son have been using this herbal product for 1month now , so far it has cured his ASD and eliminate his lack of social skill as well , now he is verbal , I got this herbs from Dr imenherbal on his channel and it work perfectly . Now he is completely free

[@confidenceokeke7133]

@@RyanJuddMusic My son have been using this herbal product for 1month now , so far it has cured his ASD and eliminate his lack of social skill as well , now he is verbal , I got this herbs from Dr imenherbal on his channel and it work perfectly . Now he is completely free

[@stassitaylor7799]

What a gentle and caring man. I want peace and happiness for this child.

[@roz805]

You demonstrated a great "less is more" strategy. Thanks!

[@emilymorris864]

As a mom of three autistic kids, I was so moved by this. We start music therapy next week

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thanks for sharing, Emily! Wow, three kids with autism. Never a dull moment, huh!?! I hope you have a wonderful experience with music therapy!!! If you would like any of my music therapy products, I will happily gift them to you. Just let me know! [e-mail] www.therhythmtree.com/store

[@emilymorris864]

Ryan ! Thanks so much for this kind offer. We gratefully accept. I will have a look at your site ! The oldest is six and the twins are 3 (both recently diagnosed) They are amazing and I am the luckiest mom to have them 😍 You are contributing to the community in such a beautiful way!

[@stephenziga2319]

Thanks, Emily. Hope the good lord gives you strength. I'm Autism SD-Level 1, former known as High Functioning Autism. The low energy levels from hypersensitivity to light, sound, and heat are emmense. I'm 39 now and was very good in school, exceptional in mathematics and physics. But the social anxiety, stress in being in a croud, and delay in back and forth verbal communication made me socially withdraw throughout school years.

[@stephenziga2319]

Thanks, Emily. Hope the good lord gives you strength. I'm Autism SD-Level 1, former known as High Functioning Autism. The low energy levels from hypersensitivity to light, sound, and heat are emmense. I'm 39 now and was very good in school, exceptional in mathematics and physics. But the social anxiety, stress in being in a croud, and delay in back and forth verbal communication made me socially withdraw throughout school years.

[@emilymorris864]

@@stephenziga2319 - I definitely need all the strength he has got to give me :) Mine would likely fit in a similar category to yourself . My husband is also autistic . 💓 They are my world!

[@breannaspringer8947]

I’m high functioning. In a few years, I want to adopt a child on the spectrum. It’s always fun to watch videos like this. Helps to prepare me. 🤗

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you so much for sharing that Breanna!

[@annailles8625]

If you make any family vlogs I would definitely watch them!

[@hazel3390]

please talk to fellow autistic adults, we never get listened to (:

[@kysscum111]

@Azim Premji Ok

[@kysscum111]

@Alexander Mike Ok.

[@Rebekah.xo.xo.]

When you signed "more" I signed "more" as well, and we both signed different. it was then that I realised, you aren't doing Australian sign language 😂

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Ha! Yes, I believe it is the US based sign language that I've picked up over the years!

[@swirlingfizz9990]

Rebekah Hunt LoL oof owo

[@swirlingfizz9990]

Ryan Judd This video is so good I have autism but I’m not serverly autistic I’m also half blind so some people yell at me cause I run into them and then I start to cry qwq :(

[@ComatoseCutiee]

I did too! I noticed Americans have different signs, so I try to learn both Australian and American versions but I really wasn't expecting it haha

[@-homechord-2908]

Auslan ftw!!! 😁

[@72493]

Oh my god. I’m a teacher assistant and I noticed one of the kids was showing signs of autism. So I looked up “how to help students with autism” and this video was great!

[@RyanJuddMusic]

I'm so glad that you liked it!

[@Mrs.Silversmith]

I have to say I am very impressed. She ended up interacting far more than I initially though she would. She was even pausing her hand movements a bit to play pat-a-cake. You are clearly in the right line of work!

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you so much Carole! I appreciate that.

[@bethhughes4709]

I have Asperger's syndrome and what best calms me is petting my cat in a quiet room.i do love music but never tried it to calm me

[@allidoiscry4119]

I just pop benzos

[@ginniekinz5401]

Same here, I love my animals ♥️

[@miriammaldonado7848]

Thank God there's plenty of miracle workers, teaching children like this beautiful girl to grow out some issues...it's about patience, love, knowledge and commitment. God bless you all.

[@65022785]

I agree with you

[@melricho6934]

i love the blowing bubbles strategy. it has worked amazingly with many children i work with who happen to have autism

[@vedamurrell1621]

Q

[@mohaklondhe3020]

Mel, my niece is diagnosed with Autism. She is 2.7 yrs old. Can she be normal?

[@lukbomr.3112]

@@mohaklondhe3020 no, Just accept it. But she can be better.

[@aaronhouston6539]

yeah my son loves his bubbles

[@abigailstrauss2608]

As someone who researches autism and then provides aid in the classroom to children with disabilities, it's always good to know alternative ways to communicate with children that don't necessarily apply to children without disabilities. Even though I don't use music, this video really gave me some great ideas to use with the kids. Thanks for posting this!

[@confidenceokeke7133]

My son have been using this herbal product for 1month now , so far it has cured his ASD and eliminate his lack of social skill as well , now he is verbal , I got this herbs from Dr imenherbal on his channel and it work perfectly . Now he is completely free

[@rozvojhrou3936]

Dear Ryan, I am an autism professional (certified Son-rise program child facilitator) and I have just loved this video. It helped me so much to. Your energy is just so calming and I am glad you are not forceing the girl into anything and helping with here sensory regulation (versus ignoring it and force the child into our activity. Thank you.

[@myribunt5261]

This is so respectful and beautiful. I really appreciate when people treat people with disabilities like a human and someone if value. Thank you so so much x

[@RyanJuddMusic]

You're so very welcome, Myri! I appreciate your kind words. 🙏

[@staceyhoaglundadvocate9091]

I have a son with autism and I'm glad that we "seem" to be getting more info out there to the public about ASD. I try to help others through videos on my channel in learning more about ASD and their parents. I'm the president of the Autism Society of Florida and we're working hard to have the voices of people with autism guide us as we determine where our efforts needs to be. Thank you for this piece.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Wow! Stacey, that means so much to me!!! Yes, videos are an amazing educational tool! Thank you for watching and sharing. 🙏

[@claire123claire]

You are so good with her :) it's brilliant how you seem to instinctively know what she wants and how to soothe her

[@GabriellaVolpe]

I agree with Clare. You have a gift with children - it often brings tears to my eyes, ***** ! This video exudes more than you just trying to "figure out" this precious girl's needs. This transcends what most adults can work through with children - it's truly magical.

[@claire123claire]

I hope to be a music therapist myself one day, but first I am going into teaching music to neurotypical children, then teaching SEN children, and then I want to do my masters in Music Therapy slightly later in life. It's a wonderful career :)

[@theravenskeeper2849]

Hi Ryan. My name is skylar. I'm 17 and I have autism. But I am lucky enough to be very high functioning. Watching you help this girl, dispite her "disability" made me cry. It made me so happy. Now only becuase there are people like you who help people like us, but because you were able to, I guess, "get to her level", and made her have such positive feedback towards you.

[@theravenskeeper2849]

WARNING SUPER LONG IM SORRY!!! well, i have to thank you more. You are an amazing human being. by what i see in your videos, you show so much respect, love, and care for all. no matter what someones obsticles, such as autism in this case, you are able to see them as another beautiful person. i think that you realize that some people have challenges, possibly even different than youve personally experenced, and youre able to push that to the side to reveal the true person underneath. i did not rewatch this video as i am responding, but i remember very clearly how calm, understanding, gentile, and how amazing you are. and its giving me that urge to cry again lol. i wish i could be like you. at least accepting of others when i was a child, and even now i still find it hard. when i was in elementary school i was put in special ed because i had adhd and oppasitional defiance disorder, and i was really mean, loud, i swore a lot and threw tantrums a lot. (i was only JUST recentally diagnosed to be on the spectrum). but as i was saying, there was this boy, Clion, who had, i guess moderate autism. he wasnt throwing fits but he was always talking to himself and his action figures. he would also stare at me and follow me around. i was so mean to him, and other kids (even this one boy who had such difficulty walking, and was always really nice to me, but i was always mean to him). but Clion drove me bonkers. i wanted to hurt him because he drove me crazy so much. and i guess i didnt really understand the whole 'autism' thing. and looking back, 1, it couldve been foreshadowing (lol) because maybe he knew i was autistic too, while no one else did. and 2, i realize how hard it is just for ME to connect with people and make friends, and he was less functioning than i was/am, so i cant even imagine how he felt or feels now. and ive always had so much trouble at school, where the teachers refused to help me in any way because i was "too smart and can figure it out herself". and thats the struggle im still to this day dealing with. i was going to try to get my HSED (like a GED) at a local collage and my school REFUSED to sign off on it because "i am fully capible of doing it. and i have better grades than 70 % of the school". i had C's and D's. i feel like i need to be rocking back and forth in a corner drooling for someone to help me. but they wont. they only see how "smart" i am. just because im smart doesnt mean i wont ever need help! but, i started getting depression in 7th grade, when i was 14. ive been institutionalised for depression and suicide attempts in the past. ive self harmed, and ive never really been in a good place, emotionally and mentally. and maybe now... now that ive been diagnosed, something will change. i want to embrase it. ive started a blog on tumblr and im trying to start a channel on youtube about autism and stuff. its called THEAUSSIEINMYSKY . and really, i have only three reasons i am not dead yet. 1, my dog. 2, books. ive always loved to read. i taught myself to do it actually. and 3, JACKSEPTICEYE. i look forward to seeing his videos. he always puts a smile on my face when nothing and noone else can. hes my inspiration. my hero. my everything. i would love to talk to him. let him know how thankfull i am for him. i want to be friends with him. he would be the biggest supporter in my life. but i dont really think he would want to talk to someone like me... im sorry to tell you all of this, but the point i want to make is, is that you can change the lives of so many people if you keep doing what youre doing. you can make such a huge difference. and i support you. and I hope you continue to be this wonderful and selfless being until the day you die.

[@joebittman5039]

Skylar Leigh ..well said Skylar..I'm with you all the way.I can't say it enough..ask God and His comforter ,the Holy Spirit into your life.It's beyond our understanding ,but God is the best comforter of all.Ask Him into your life and watch what happens.If it wasn't true I wouldn't have mentioned it....all my best and love to you,Joe

[@farhanboy144]

hi i am a father of a 14 years old autistic boy. From 6 years ago he has a very strange behavior that i really can't explain properly. He has apparently no sensitivity to sounds as he never complains that a sound is bothering him but for example he is playing games suddenly he starts crying and saying my ear is reading then he starts a kind of ritual a series of repeating actions he goes to the bathroom making sounds with his tongue, speaking with himself something like " farhan, farhan, you can, you have to be strong " (farhan is his name). Then he starts shouting and crying and says no, no, i couldn't i couldn't and saying repeatedly " why my ears cant read" then he goes to his mother and says kiss my ears, eyes and face so he becomes good. after that he again goes to bathroom and again do the same, this process is going on for several hours till he comes and says it is finished i am oky. Then he is normal for an hour or two and again the same happens. We give him respridone abd flovaxamin. These days his condition is more worse than two months ago. now as you are on the spectrum please tell me what dows he feel and what makes him do this behavior? thank you. if any one else can help please

[@kelsey2864]

You are a very gentle person. My son has severe non verbal autism. He just turned 7. We are also incredibly fortunate to have the four therapists we do.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you Kelsey! I'm so glad that you have a great team!

[@nim3408]

As a grandfather and, grand uncle of two young men with autism...I find this helpful AND, heart warming.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you for sharing that!!!

[@rxi4877]

Aww, such a good girl. *smiles through tears*

[@whehwr]

getting this recommended to me now my little brother has been struggling with heightened anxiety these days (he hates brushing his teeth, showering, even eating sometimes) is such a blessing. Thank you, can’t wait to try this out

[@RyanJuddMusic]

You’re welcome! I hope it helps!!!

[@TherapistTamaraHill]

This is helpful! I shared with one of my clients who has a son with autism. I think blowing bubbles is a great way to encourage kids to calm down. The bubbles are distracting and calming in and of themselves. Then you add a caring therapist into the mix and rapport building and the child is likely to respond positively. I continue to see some teachers, occupational therapists, and parents overload the child too soon as a result of not understanding how to stimulate interest without talking, directives, or rules. I have made this mistake in the past myself. With greater knowledge, it becomes apparent that kids on the spectrum, especially those on the lower end, need to approach stressful tasks with a relaxed muscle body and mindset.

[@PPinkzmusic]

As a parent of a son who has Autism I thank you for your commitment and dedication. Last year I returned to school to finish my degree in Music Education. This semester I enrolled in an education class on diversity and inclusion and came across your video. It is so touching to see how engaged you are with your students.I applaud you!! ❤️❤️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@confidenceokeke7133]

My son have been using this herbal product for 1month now , so far it has cured his ASD and eliminate his lack of social skill as well , now he is verbal , I got this herbs from Dr imenherbal on his channel and it work perfectly . Now he is completely free,......,.,...........

[@itsvicious6116]

I like to think I'm a solid man and I can do anything I put my mind to. You had me in tears brother. Thank GOD you are here for these children who need a little more focus and time than others. Man of year in book. Thank you so much

[@annaliseargento9786]

I'm a music education major, and personally, I LOVE the way you interacted with her, and from how the both of you responded, it seems like you have been working with her for a while. All the strategies you are using seem like they can be very applicable to the classroom in some way, which is great!

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you SO much Annalise! I really appreciate you watching and sharing your thoughtful feedback.

[@VictorFoote01]

This was one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. You my friend are an amazing human being! Thank you for being you brother :)

[@MsTinkerbelle87]

You’re so kind and gentle with her!! Need more therapists like this!!

[@Wrightinottaw]

I just happened onto this video. Patiences takes lots of practice and boy your patience is beautiful! The little lady is so comfortable with you.

[@kikinoir8083]

Seeing her patty-cake back in her own way made me smile 🖤

[@RyanJuddMusic]

I'm so glad to hear that! Very sweet.

[@thewitchskitchen]

that was really beautiful, and moving thank you, I'm only just realising I'm on the spectrum, at 57, and I could immediately feel how peaceful and calming you are. As someone visually triggered, I'd love also to see some beautiful soft furnishings and plants in the room to feel even calmer.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thanks so much for sharing that! I love the idea of some soft furnishings and plants!

[@payam1597]

What you do, dear Ryan Judd, is invaluable and pure humane! I wish there were more people like you with this keen observation, knowledge, determination, patience and above all, a good heart!

[@SuperGingernutz]

You are doing a beautiful job. Coming to you from a woman with late-diagnosed High Functioning AS/ASD/ADHD/cPTSD

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Wow, thank you so much for sharing that! I appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@jonnygius4028]

A child is the most amazing piece of life. So to see people help them in any way. Is a full out smile upon my face and heart. Thank you for that. I have so much hope, and will never give up

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you, Jonny! I love what you're saying here!

[@olgacruz3000]

My 4 year old son was just diagnosed with ASD and were looking forward to his therapy and this made me cry. You’re an amazing therapist and people like you deserve more appreciation in this world.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you! Best of luck to you and your son!

[@rickyshults7818]

You have a heart of gold man. Just incredible

[@positivelyellie7447]

that girl is so adorable it made me so happy the way he knows how to act around her and how to not make her overwhelmed

[@auti34]

I have autism I like using my weighted blanket that helps me to claim. Done an my fidget toys sometimes

[@auti34]

Your welcome I have a ch to you can subscribe if you like

[@AliciaHouseMusic]

Hi Ryan! I came across your videos recently when I was researching music therapy as a possible career choice. I'm currently doing my undergrad degree in music education with a minor in psychology and am seriously considering a masters in music therapy. I just want you to know that you've been a huge inspiration to me. Seeing you work with these kids just makes me tear up. Keep doing what you're doing and thank you for all of the time and love that you put into what you do. I can only hope I become half the music therapist you are!

[@dianetebou2360]

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[@countrygirl-nu7kl]

I'm reading this 5 yrs later. How has your journey gone?

[@AliciaHouseMusic]

@@countrygirl-nu7kl Wow this notification brought me back several years! So cool to reflect on how far I've come. I now own a private therapy practice in Canada, and I am licensed to work as both a music therapist and a counsellor. I support kids, teens, young adults, and families with a range of healthcare concerns. I am planning to apply to my PhD in clinical psychology next fall. Love my job!

[@countrygirl-nu7kl]

@@AliciaHouseMusic Wow!!! good for you! so glad I thought to ask and a big thanks for responding!!

[@confidenceokeke7133]

My son have been using this herbal product for 1month now , so far it has cured his ASD and eliminate his lack of social skill as well , now he is verbal , I got this herbs from Dr imenherbal on his channel and it work perfectly . Now he is completely free

[@camilamacedo1506]

I am just watching this now on 2019! What an angel your are! So calm and prepared!!!! You definitively have a gift! Thank you doing such a beautiful job!!!!!!!!

[@demeko96]

Thank you for the fantastic work you do with those kids. I am glad I came across this video. The way you let her interact with you and lead her through the process is heartwarming. You're amazing!

[@rosaliemarkovics5498]

Once again, good to watch. Wish more teachers in Spec. Ed could see your videos. I loved how you acknowledged their need for movement and calm manner, less speech when children need calming.

[@haniyyahn]

I appreciated this video. I would say though that you treated her hand stimming (hand flapping) as if it were a negative when actually, it could be understood (and this is how I read it) as her expressing her pleasure at the music you were playing. as she started doing it when you started playing the guitar as well as vocalizing and It looks like she's non-verbal so I thought that her stimming was in this case meaningful communication/expression. I think too often NTs don't get stimming and just think of it as some aberrant behavior that they want to stop. There is lots of information now from the perspective of autistic adults on stimming and its significance that would be good for you and viewers to connect with (Please see: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZbbdIqQha94bKM). Many NTs also assume that eye contact is desirable or the pinnacle of interaction without understanding what may be going on with someone who isn't making eye contact -- for example, that person may find it easier to listen or to focus when they aren't having to process the extra visual input they'd get from looking at you as you play music or talk. The goal should be to end up with a healthy, happy autistic adult who can self-regulate and express themselves versus pushing looking or acting like a neurotypical. Other than that you seem well-meaning and quite kind and patient with your clients.

[@littlebirdlife2389]

Omg the way he looked into her face had me so stressed out. I do fairly well with eye contact but it's still a struggle and people that look at me that intensely or make me feel forced into looking at them stress me out completely. I'll take shopping at the mall on Christmas eve over someone trying to look me in face like he did with her.

[@momteacherlessons7296]

Agreed. I was so sad that he tried to stop her stimming. That eye contact 😖 Makes me remember my 3rd grade teacher. Every time she made me look her in the eyes or at her nose, I heard nothing she said.

[@lt9074]

I agree. My 2.9 year old is non verbal. He did no eye contact, since I found out about him being autistix back in june. I started playing with him with how HE wants to play, whether that meant getting down on the floor and spinning a toy car wheel for an hour beside him or running around in circles etc... After 5 weeks of me interacting with him every day numerous times, copying HIM he started watching me, after another 2 weeks he started looking at me in my eyes briefly, and now he can stare me in the eyes. However improving his eye contact was not my intention at all I jist wanted to try help him interact with me more, but he started doing this himself, it was Not forced at all. He also pulls my hand for me to get down on floor and play with him now. He also watches me sing and dance and smiles and we have lesrnt to do the moves to wheels on bus together, head shoulders knees, wind the bobbin. He now knows all the moves from watching me. He has also started repeating words in echolalia amd also 3 words on a communicative way. Back in june he was completely non verbal. This can all be achieved without pressurising a child. We just need to go into their world, not force them into coming into ours 🙂

[@krrimy]

She is such a beautiful little kid! God bless both of you

[@puzzlepieceparent6098]

What a great video. You can tell how much you care for these children just by your soft tone and demeanor. Wish all therapists were like you!

[@squanus2866]

This brought happy tears to my eyes! I can't get enough of your lovely vibe as the session began. I also love the softness of your eyes and facial expression. I'm a beginning behavior therapist myself, and I work with children on the autism spectrum. I'm so inspired by your calmness and delivery... sometimes I want to get straight to some directions or talking as the session begins to redirect stressed clients, but now I'm totally reminded of the power of tranquility and calm, and have some new inspiration not to overcompensate and become anxious in my own sessions. TL;DR: You are changing the world!!!!

[@confidenceokeke7133]

My son have been using this herbal product for 1month now , so far it has cured his ASD and eliminate his lack of social skill as well , now he is verbal , I got this herbs from Dr imenherbal on his channel and it work perfectly . Now he is completely free

[@Lordsackywacky]

Hi my name is Saxon, I’m currently 10 years old. I have autism, adhd and odd. I’m the only one in my family who has these “disabilities”. I get angry over a lot of small things. Watching this video before I go to school will hopefully help me be able to control myself. I’m really appreciated that you made this video🙏🏻❤️

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Hey Saxon, I'm so glad that you are open to trying some calming strategies. Here's a song that might help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bamwo2OsqNCnhJY

[@lilliantrosclair3798]

Wow. That’s amazing. You’re techniques and her responses. A lot of effort on your part trying to establish a connection but be able to gauge when to pull back before she gets too overwhelmed or you lose her.

[@morshedamamataz7642]

ryan..i just loved all the videos u made!!this one made me cry..the way u show the calmness to the child is amazing..THANKS..

[@robbiematthews2024]

God dam man, you're a genius

[@ky024]

I don’t have autism (I was tested for it though, we think it’s social anxiety and ADHD) but this video was insanely calming. His soft gestures and blowing the bubbles was so nice, and it’s probably because I get sensory overload

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you so much!!! I’m so glad you found it calming.

[@leviepine1876]

Watching this makes me so happy that there are people like you in the world but also makes me a little upset and angry that no one tried to treat my brother like this when he was upset. They just got into a shouting competition that ended in violence usually. You genuinely are an amazing human being!

[@chrisw5139]

Using the bubbles was genius. Thank you for making these videos - I'm a music therapist and love getting new ideas from your channel!

[@malimali9530]

Such a delicate orchestra the sensory system is along with an overloaded moment to begin with.... It's moving to so see a non parent entity have the sincere attentiveness I so search for in a therapist. Your heart ...is beautiful.thank you for caring about our children, sincerely .

[@malimali9530]

...:*;*:....

[@joebittman5039]

Beautiful comment Mali.I think everyone in life looks for a partner like that therapist..calm,supportive and yes,childlike too.Feeling like children is the key to knowing God.

[@MarkDiSciullo]

“Non-parent entity”? Is that some new kind of “woke-speak”?

[@plutarchtheoligarch1657]

Thank you for your video. This is a big help for me and the individual I am working with.

[@olialiamina2036]

This is so incredible and inspiring! Made me cry. I am planning to pursue neuropsychology in the US and hoping to develop at least a fraction of qualities and skills you have. Deepest respect and admiration to you, Ryan!

[@warriorsforjesus2308]

Ryan Judd God bless u for taking time with these beautiful children👍👍👍👍

[@kerrilewellyn1095]

This is amazing (though it is important for viewers to know that what works well for one autistic person doesn't necessarily work well for every autistic person). These strategies seemed tailored to fit the needs of this individual child and would likely work well with many other children and even older individuals on and off the spectrum, though not all. Some children (especially younger) might become over stimulated by the bubbles or the iPad and begin grabbing for them, for example. What did shine through was how in tune you were with the client and how you managed a to have a lesson which was *both* well planned out and child-lead. Brilliant!

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thanks Kerri! That is very insightful. I appreciate you sharing your perspective!

[@kerrilewellyn1095]

@@RyanJuddMusic Sure! Happy to share my experiences and how I've seen kids react to certain stimuli and approaches, such as bubble blowing, in theraputic and educational settings (so long as as I keep the individuals confidential). Thank you, again, for sharing yours. Collective knowledge from varying lived experiences is important!

[@confidenceokeke7133]

My son have been using this herbal product for 1month now , so far it has cured his ASD and eliminate his lack of social skill as well , now he is verbal , I got this herbs from Dr imenherbal on his channel and it work perfectly . Now he is completely free

[@efipal7675]

What an inspiring video!! Well done Ryan. I found it very helpful as I am working with children in the spectrum and I knew that music therapy can help a lot but I did not how to do it! Bless you. Thanks for all the help. Efi.

[@catiarotolone2776]

thank you! I got a job today working with a teen with autism spectrum disorder and ive been doing some youtube research and you have given me some wonderful strategies thank you keep doing your magic!

[@evelynhernandez-st6xh]

You are such an amazing and compassionate person I enjoyed watching this it’s amazing to see there are still good people in this cruel world ❤️

[@athenaa6471]

I can understand now why my parents thought that i had asd when i was a child.. I used to move my hands like her every time i was happy about anything.

[@jackiep6743]

I love this!! SO much better than the approaches I've been seeing.

[@stacyjpoliticscommunityfai359]

I absolutely love the bubbles method.....not only for children with special learning challenges....but with the regular education students as well.

[@ManuellaPararasHulbert]

Bless you!!! We need more therapists like you!

[@tabbyd2592]

i appreciate people like you so much this brought tears to my eyes i have a 3 year old that been diagnosed with autism and were about to start his journey with his theropy this gives me more ways to help interact in the right ways for him

[@motherlove8565]

Ryan Judd hi please reply

[@feliciab2]

This is gold! I am a music therapist working with this population, and I have to say that calming an agitated client is something that I still find challenging. These are some great tips and ideas that I will be sure to put into practice.

[@DebbieDooKidsTV]

Couldn't agree more. :)

[@gabriellabaglia2982]

My son has severe autism diagnosed in the 80's these are all the things he loves, music, bubbles and water, at the time there was no one to connect to, this is such an amazing gift to the world to be in a loving connection in a beautiful healing environment with music therapy, I love this video!

[@Estefaniac19]

this is amazing! you have a gift really with children, I believe that one thing is knowing or being certified in this or that but it is waay different to actually getting it done,connecting,showing love in what you do and you do it beautifully, congratulations and blessings!

[@crumbsinmybed]

I'm 32, high-functioning (meh, depends on the day...) and this moved me so deeply. This is so beautiful. If only the word was full of a gazillion more of you. Thank you. So much.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

You are so very welcome, Brittany. And thank you for the lovely comment.

[@lilypimentel-stratton1198]

You have such a calming and sensitive manner in your approach. To see how you reached her and helped calm her is so beautiful. Thank you for posting this. I first saw it about a year ago. I found it again and still find it so inspiring. I hope you're still working with autistic children.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you! I appreciate you sharing that!

[@maddiefranken8896]

thats so sweet and kind of you to help these special people

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you Maddie!

[@HoldupHen]

Bless the children and people who serve them.

[@dianayip2929]

This is so good, u r an angel from heaven

[@wtfarethesehandles]

as someone on the spectrum i’m very grateful to have had support like this when i was a kid. you’re awesome at handling meltdowns!

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you, George! That means a lot to me.

[@bbdanger1]

Thank you Ryan for these videos. I'm french and I have just had my Music Therapy degree in France. Your work is very inspiring. Music Therapy is not really known in France and I hope this situation will improve soon. Thank you again.

[@emmadavies9927]

Absolutely wonderful 😀 your videos are very inspiring and I will definitely be trying some of these techniques with my son Jake, who is severely autistic and non verbal. Many thanks for sharing x

[@Puddor]

I’m someone who is very slowly beginning to accept my neurodivergence (as my mother tried to weaponise it), and this is quite helpful even in a self-calming sense.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

I’m so happy to hear that this is helpful! 😃

[@seayturtle]

wow this just melted my heart, thank you for the insight!

[@RyanJuddMusic]

You’re welcome Kelli!

[@eliconroy3350]

Thank you! I worked with students who were high needs. And I used the calm approach to engage them. I used hands on things to make them aware of things. When they had a meltdown, I let them scream and rant. I believe you can't force them to calm down. Give them their space and time.

[@avonbrownie]

Thank you and the parent for allowing this video to be shared. It will help me and many others

[@Megadextrious]

This is beautiful, got me teary eyed. Thank you dr. for your great patience and ability to love. I’m 31 and finally got the confirmation diagnosis that I’m high functioning autistic. Nobody believed me until a very smart, kind and talented doctor realized how much I was struggling. Music has helped me through so much, I’ve never really been able to go out into public without wearing headphones, maybe there’s more to it than just being a huge daft punk fan lol

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thank you so much for sharing!!! I'm so glad to hear that music has helped you so much. ❤️

[@laurabasualdo]

You are amazing. I´m from Buenos Aires, Argentina. I have a child 8 years old, with autism. Your advices and videos, they are very helpful. Thank you soo much! Bless you.

[@laurabasualdo]

Yes!!! From Buenos Aires, Argentina! ♥ I´m singing, Thanks!!! Hugs!!!

[@green5sing]

That was amazing! Thank you for sharing!

[@liftlabperformance]

I just started working in June at a school for multiply disabled/autistic students. I am working with a great teacher as I am interning. I cant believe the differences in these students and my emotionally disturbed students in years past. Luckily, she knows a of things that I would have never caught or thought about. This video is great and I will keep it in my toolbox.

[@emsems4826]

You remind me of my psychologist. I Because when I’m upset/having a meltdown while I’m with him he calms me down with simple things like these. For example, sometimes he talks about the plants and waters them. And he claps his hands together so that I can copy him and clap my hands together. This video calms me down, because it reminds me of him:) I have autism.

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Thanks so much for sharing! I'm so glad that you found this helpful .

[@thecreativemastermin]

I hope you are getting tons of clients from this video. You deserve an Oscar for this, if there's ever one!

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Ha! Thanks so much!!!

[@nathanjohnston1967]

I love it Ryan. The way you approach the child is very sensitive and calm. My experience with ASD kids is they are very emotional and need to feel support through calm and caring interaction. Well done :)

[@nidiapearson6542]

My autistic daughter is 36 years old now. I wished I would have had someone like you to help me then!!! Watching the video brought back too many memories. Your are doing a great job!

[@elizabethg2715]

This was beautiful, and as a very tired and stressed single parent ( her dad passed when she was 1) to child with autism, this little calming thing are sooo very helpful.. bedtime is sooo beyond stressful to me.. I am extremely tired by that time or night and she calls me over and over to come in and signs drink, lay down mama, she wants all lights on, she absolutely fights her sleep. Also on clonidine but it doesn't work long even on long acting. I keep thinking few more years, but I'm extremely tired, I even make a water an lavender mix and spray it around room it's called "dream spray"

[@RyanJuddMusic]

Hey Elizabeth, my heart goes out to you. That bedtime routine sounds so exhausting and I admire you for trying different things to help your daughter. I can't imagine having to do all of this on your own. I do have some sleep music for children that I composed and produced. The album is called "We Dream" and is available on all streaming platforms. I'd be happy to send you a CD or mp3s as a gift if you would like.

[@fidelinafranco2144]

Love this baby 😢😢

[@FeeFeeRN]

You are an angel. This is wonderful! What a gift you have!

[@tristanyoung7646]

This is so wonderful to see. I myself am not autistic but I suffer from difficulties processing sensory information, possibly from anxiety or from undiagnosed SPD, but this is so amazing to see. I work in a therapeutic horsemanship center, and seeing the other volunteers there trying to handle one of our autistic students by snapping in his face and grabbing his hands makes me so mad, but try as I might no one will listen. Seeing this, that people CAN understand how to do this, especially after seeing and hearing so many things about how most therapists handle autistic children or children in sensory overload, just gives me a little more hope in the world. I need to remember the 60 BPM music for when I have anxiety attacks or for when I'm in sensory overload because this is honestly one of the best things I have ever seen. I wish more people handled neurodivergent patients and students like you do.