Nicole Beurkens, founder and director of the Horizons Developmental Remediation Center, is an autism specialist with a master’s degree in special education. She holds a professional teaching certificate with endorsements in autism and learning disabilities, and maintains the prestigious title of Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) ® Program Certified Consultant. With a background in classroom teaching, curriculum/program development, and family-based therapy, Nicole is a highly sought-after consultant and speaker for families and school professionals throughout the United States and abroad.

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If you have a child with autism, you’ve probably heard of RDI®. So, what is it and how can it help your child?

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