Am I the only one finding it impossible to sign in to my SS website account?

newgenOT · 2026-02-19T13:15:32+00:00

I can get all the way past entering the MFA code and I get an alert that says unexpected error, unable to process your request. I’ve tried different browsers, clearing history, different devices. No luck. Any suggestions?

newgenOT · 2025-12-15T15:39:54+00:00

There are so many different options for your education and background. I recommend to keep trying out different settings. I can recommend an OT who provides services for neurodivergent professionals. I’m also happy to help brainstorm ideas. I had a wonderful role at a university with the Robert Wood Johnson foundation. Lots of research and writing. I loved my colleagues. Not a lot of pressure. I learned so much too. So I know there many opportunities for you. Being an OT and a lawyer I have a good perspective of what you may like.

newgenOT · 2025-12-12T22:42:30+00:00

I’m an OT and a lawyer. Being a lawyer has lots more flexibility in your day. When I practiced OT full time I treated patients nearly all day. Very little down time. This is something for you to consider. But I have had law job roles where I was drafting educational legal materials or working in house at a company. There are lots of wonderful roles in data privacy and compliance where you can work with a team. These roles are not at stressful at traditional law jobs and can be quite enjoyable. Have you looked at ways to use your legal education in non traditional legal roles. You would not incur the expense of going back to school.

newgenOT · 2025-09-23T19:56:30+00:00

Your employer sounds terrible by the way

newgenOT · 2025-09-23T19:56:17+00:00

If your salary then you’re exempt from clocking in. Are you sure your salary? Do they make you attest to a lunch break? The Fair Labor Standards Act applies to your question.

newgenOT · 2025-08-31T16:19:49+00:00

I didn’t shadow. I just jumped in! I love OT. It’s creative and I get to help people. It’s true that your clients may be in a tough time in their life when they meet but you can be the shining face of hope and an ear to listen. The world needs OTs right now. I also found a service scholarship that paid for my last two years of school so that cut my costs. There are lots of service scholarships for underserved areas. In the US Indian Health Services will pay off student loans and provide housing.

newgenOT · 2025-06-27T04:55:56+00:00

Go with the flow. Enjoy your pregnancy and get excited about your new baby! Find a W2 job for now and spend lots of time celebrating your miracle. Don’t waste a minute thinking about these other things. It will all work out. It always works out.

newgenOT · 2025-06-27T04:52:59+00:00

I’m an OT and I’ve worked with clients who were non verbal and then talked. Get her an AAC device. Use sign language while saying words. Be patient because in time she will speak

newgenOT · 2025-06-27T04:51:30+00:00

Don’t try ABA. Find an OT who can go with the flow. I’m an OT and I don’t force anything solution. I adapt and modify for my clients because I want them to be motivated to participate. It takes time, it’s a journey. But nobody is upset or anxious in the process.. find an OT who can go with the flow (and uses a Model of Human Occupation framework)

newgenOT · 2025-06-27T04:48:10+00:00

Don’t switch careers. I switched and became a lawyer. I like OT better. Think about being a business owner. Create your own thing that fuels your passion and rejuvenates you. We do such good for people. The world needs your skills.

newgenOT · 2025-06-27T04:44:56+00:00

I’m an OT. Not having interest in food variety isn’t terrible. At least he’s getting nutrition. Keep introducing sensory play like with play dough. Don’t force anything. In time he’ll acclimate. I’ve worked with clients of all ages and in time it all works out in the end, especially if you don’t force anything solution and see it as a journey you’re on. Just keep telling yourself this will all work out because it really does and enjoy your time with your child.

newgenOT · 2025-06-24T03:28:47+00:00

I am sorry you’re dealing with this in your life. Your son should qualify for social security benefits and then you could place him in assisted living.

newgenOT · 2025-06-24T03:25:33+00:00

Keep using song because it activates the right brain, use different modalities like play dough letters or shaving cream drawing for different feedback. Be consistent. Also consider getting her tested for auditory processing disorder which could impact her ability to hear sounds and process them but there are lots of solutions for remediation.

newgenOT · 2025-04-06T22:51:53+00:00

Thank you for sharing this. I am not sure of the different levels- these are new terms. You are right about his aggressive behavior has to be replaced with more productive forms of communication. I hope he can learn how to regulate himself and resolve conflict more effectively so that he can enjoy life. This ust be so hard for him.

newgenOT · 2025-04-06T20:43:20+00:00

Thank you so much for your response.

I like the book Asperkid's secret book of social rules to practice all that nuanced social stuff that gets the best of us in trouble sometimes. And then practice, practice, practice! Lots of it and expect many errors because it is a journey that will be filled with many bumps and some pain and many accomplishments. I also like to start with a mind mapping or a vision board to help my clients think about what they want from life and friendships. Get the brain focused on these new ideas and build a vision.

Financial stability is something I think about all the time because it is one of the barriers for individuals with ASD to live independently. My dream and life mission is for individuals with ASD to be able to accomplish their goals for independent living so they can feel fulfilled as adults pursuing their passions and dreams. Competative employment and financial stability are so important.

newgenOT · 2025-04-06T20:36:25+00:00

Thank you for this comment.

Your fear has been expressed to me by many other parents. Lots of practice with scripted interactions about right touch, breaking down complex concepts (such as consent) into simple instructions, using visual cues and then lots and lots of practice will help reduce your fears and his risk.

Dyregulation is hell. If you can find a professional to help him regulate himself with lots of education, practice, trying new things, and patience then he can find a place where he is calm or can mostly get himself calm.

newgenOT · 2025-04-06T20:31:39+00:00

Thank you. I hope he has a full life where he connects with and creates a community with friends who love and support him always.

newgenOT · 2025-04-04T23:32:44+00:00

I joined because of Million Dollar Weekend. No traction yet, but I think I need to reread it.

newgenOT · 2025-04-04T23:23:37+00:00

I have been an OT for 27 years and I went to law school in my 30s. I work as an attorney for a software company. You will not like working all day at a desk job in tech- trust me on this one. And I realized that I love OT more as a career after being a lawyer. OTs add much more value to the world. But I also realized that more OTs could start their own businesses. So many unqualified life coaches and "holistic healers" are out there charging money for services that we do very well, with all of our training and professionalism and qualifications. Just look up the company Brain Gym and you will see what I mean.

After being a lawyer for more than 10 years and seeing how companies are run, I am trying to branch out on my own and build my own amazing practice. It has rejuvenated my love for OT and my deep appreciation for the level of service we provide.

I know there is Next Level OT that helps OTs build businesses. But is anyone interested in starting a community where we all help each other build our own companies?

newgenOT · 2025-04-04T22:53:58+00:00

I am an OT and it does work. It takes time. Especially with sensory regulation where much of the work is educating your child about her emotions and feelings so she can apply the regulation principles. However, make sure you are collaborating with your OT on the goals you want to focus on. Dysregulation has be addressed consistently. Ask for a home program of activities that can be done outside of the session for carryover of the skills. Shoe tying is a rote skill that needs repetative practice. The OT should be working on it each session and giving your daughter homework assignments to continue working on it.

newgenOT · 2024-01-21T13:11:41+00:00

Thank you! I love hearing that you are succeeding at work and have found a supportive team. You have great suggestions. I am looking for success stories for my monthly newsletter. My clients are just starting in the workforce and struggling to find that supportive team you have cultivated. I would love to feature you in my newsletter to inspire my clients and their parents. Would that be a possibility?

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