Combining the informational with the anecdotal via evidence gathered through a series of Zoom conversations, this guidebook offers empathetic approaches to helping people with autism. By capturing the personal accounts of living with special needs, the author and his team create an intimate look at the varied experiences of those either living with autism or caring for someone who does. For those navigating autism with few resources, the information shared here should resonate and help them find their own way forward. This on-the-ground style reporting is key to understanding the history and evolution of social skills groups. The recorded conversations help debunk myths about behavioral issues, while putting many human issues around autism at the forefront.