The Sacramento Autism Spectrum/Asperger's Group for Parents is sponsored by Fall Creek Counseling Associates. It is facilitated by Educational Psychologist and Predoctoral Intern Peggy Holcomb, who has many years of experience helping individuals and families affected by autism, autistic spectrum disorders, and PDDNOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified). We meet at 775 Sunrise Avenue, Suite 110, in Roseville (right by the Spaghetti Factory Restaurant - turn into their park …

… I am a psychologist who has worked with many children, teens, and adults with Asperger's or other spectrum disorders. I started this group in 2006 because I wanted a forum where those on the spectrum and their friends and family could meet each other and share information, resources, and support. The group has exceeded my expectations and continues to grow. We generally have an average of 6-10 people at each group, usually a combination of newcomers and returning folks. The group is usually …

… Symptoms of SPD, like those of most disorders, occur within a broad spectrum of severity. While most of us have occasional difficulties processing sensory information, for children and adults with SPD, these difficulties are chronic, and they disrupt everyday life. SPD is most commonly diagnosed in children, but people who reach adulthood without treatment also experience symptoms and continue to be affected by their inability to accurately and appropriately interpret sensory messages. T …