Recommendations From Parents
“We are delighted with the support that Marie-Pierre provides. After a lot of searching, we feel very lucky to have found someone who finally understands the issues our son faces since he was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome. The sessions have really helped both him and us to manage the difficulties he faces and improve his reactions. Marie-Pierre has far exceeded our expectations, and even helped us convince our son’s school to manage his situation differently. I highly recommend her professionalism and excellent services.”
“Marie-Pierre’s support has allowed our child to be more focused and centred which, consequently has resulted in better behaviour and improved learning. Her care and knowledge have allowed our daughter to make the most of her abilities. I encourage any parent with an Asperger child to reach out to Marie-Pierre.”
“Prior to meeting Marie-Pierre, our son had been supported by numerous people but with very limited success. Marie-Pierre built a relationship with our son, and he came to trust her and rely on her in the school environment. This was the first time that he had felt safe at school and as a result his academic progress accelerated.
During our time with Marie-Pierre, she provided our son with in-class support, help with homework, emotional support and through her excellent and open communication, also supported us as parents.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Marie-Pierre to other families who are experiencing difficulties in the school environment.“
Work Recommendations
Thomas Nilsen, head of special needs department Godalen Vocational College (Stavanger, Norway):
“I have had the privilege of working closely with Autism specialist Marie Pierre Joffre for several years in her capacity as a dedicated Autism specialist. Throughout our professional journey in the Erasmus + Neurodivergent project, I have come to deeply admire her unwavering commitment to improving the learning outcomes of students on the Autism spectrum.
Marie Pierre’s professional competence in the field of Autism is an exceptional combination of knowledge, empathy, and a genuine passion for her work, which makes her a remarkable asset to the school and the Autism students. Her professional journey is characterized by the following key attributes:
1. Extensive Clinical Experience: Marie Pierre has dedicated her career to working with individuals diagnosed with Autism. Her extensive clinical experience, spanning over 10 years, has allowed her to develop a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges that students with Autism face.
2. Holistic Approach: What sets Marie Pierre apart is her holistic approach to Autism spectrum disorders. She recognizes that each person is unique, and she tailors her interventions to address the specific strengths and challenges of each individual. Her approach encompasses not only the core symptoms of Autism but also related comorbidities and the broader social and environmental context.
3. Evidence-Based Practice: Marie Pierre is a fervent advocate for evidence-based practices in the field of Autism. Her commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest research and best practices ensures that she provides the most effective and cutting-edge interventions to her clients.
4. Strong Interdisciplinary Collaboration: She fosters strong collaborations with a range of professionals. This collaborative spirit ensures a comprehensive and coordinated approach to each student’s needs.
5. Empathetic and Compassionate: Marie Pierre’s compassion for her students and their families is evident in every interaction. She actively listens to their concerns, provides emotional support, and encourages open dialogue, creating a comfortable and trusting environment for those she serves.
Sue Davies – Head of Student Support, Sotogrande International School (Spain, 2021):
“I had the pleasure of working with Marie Pierre from August 2015 to August 2021 at Sotogrande International School where I held the post of Head of Student Support.
Marie Pierre has the most amazing work ethic, ensuring the needs of her students are met at all times. Her professionalism and in-depth knowledge and understanding of young people on the autism spectrum knows no bounds. This is supported by the wonderful work she has accomplished in ensuring students with very complex learning, social and emotional needs are able to access the curriculum and more importantly integrate socially and emotionally in their environment. This has entailed developing not only a great rapport with her students but with teaching teams, the wider school community and parents. She works tirelessly to create the best learning environment for her students.
Marie Pierre is committed to her own professional development, ensuring that she is knowledgeable and aware of the latest research, teaching methodologies and support techniques, which can be implemented where appropriate with her students, additionally sharing information with teaching teams in the school.
Having worked in the UK for over twenty years supporting children on the autism spectrum, I can say without a doubt that Marie Pierre is one of the most professional, knowledgeable autism specialists I have had the pleasure to work alongside. Her work is second to none and she has provided a wealth of support to the students, parents and teachers. “
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