Chantal Sicile-Kira – Author, Speaker, Autism Expert

Author, Speaker, Autism Expert

Hope, Inspiration, Information
Chantal Sicile-Kira

Dear Visitor,

Please enjoy the resources on my website. My mission is to empower parents and educators with the knowledge they need about autism spectrum disorders (ASD), including Asperger’s Syndrome (AS). I am known for my practical advice on raising teenagers with autism which includes information about puberty, hygiene, relationships, sexuality; transitioning to adulthood and preparing for work and college; as well as teaching the life skills all children with autism and adolescents on the autism spectrum need to learn.

As Co-Chair of South Counties Autism Regional Taskforce of the California Senate Select Committee on Autism & Related Disorders, I hope to make a positive difference and increase community awareness.

Best wishes, and thanks for stopping by,

Chantal

Recent Blog Posts

» NY National Autism Association Presentations

This summer Jeremy and I went to New York and presented to the local chapters of the National Autism Association in July 2010. Many wanted copies of the presentations we [...]

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Posted In: Adolescents and Teenagers with Autism, Articles, Autism Life Skills, Educators, Jeremy Sicile-Kira, Parents of Children with Autism

» Back to School : how to prepare your teen for a new school year

It’s that time of the year again – school is starting up again soon, along with our hopes and expectations for a positive learning experience for our teens. Some maybe returning to the same school; others may be moving from middle school up to high school, or changing from high school to a transition program; others may only be changing classrooms or teachers. Whatever the situation, any type of transition or change can be stressful for a teen on the spectrum. The start of a new school year can also be stressful for parents and teachers.

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Posted In: Adolescents and Teenagers with Autism, Articles, Educators, Examiner.com, Transitions

» Preparing for The Real World of Work

“Jeremy does not like jobs with physical activities but likes to work with ideas and be able to tell others what to do…. As the case manager, I see Jeremy’s [...]

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Years of Autism Speaking Expertise

Award Wining Speaker and Author Chantal Sicile-Kira

Well-known for my practical advice on raising teenagers with autism, and preparing for work and college (full day seminar or shorter concurrent sessions), I also provide parent empowerment workshops, as well as autism-specific awareness training to organizations, colleges and workplaces wishing to enhance the knowledge base of their staff. Learning Objectives for CEUs are available.

While autism has been the thread for my books, speaking on re-invention and resilience during times of change has been the fabric for my humorous and motivational keynote speeches for conferences, annual awards dinners and fundraising events.

In over 35 cities in at least 15 states, and in Canada, Qatar, Finland and France, I have been invited to speak by parent and professional organizations, school districts, supported living and employment organizations, area boards, disability organizations, and Autism Society of America chapters (state and local). On a national level, I have presented at the annual conference of the Autism Society of America several times, as well as NATTAP (Network of Autism Training and Technical Assistance Programs), and Autism One (US and Canada).

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“…Not only does she bring solidly researched autism material to our audiences of special education teachers, administrators, therapists and parents of ASD children, but she does so with compassion, humor and enthusiasm. Her presentations are even more compelling when she shares personal experiences of raising a son with autism. Her knowledge base on issues of autism is remarkable, as shown in her popular books. We recommend Ms. Sicile-Kira for your presentation needs. Your audience will be fortunate to hear her…”

— Cheryl Watson, President, Spectrum Training Systems, Inc.

“…Chantal’s wit, enthusiasm, experience and common sense approach simply won over the audience. Her books have served as great resources for families and are well-researched… She touches on topics that are often ignored such as puberty and adult life issues…In all interactions with Chantal she handled herself professionally, and was flexible and easy to work with.”

— Cathy Pratt, Ph.D. , Director, Indiana Resource Center for Autism

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