1. 1.Family Centered: A child with special needs is a family with special needs. Providing emotional support and educational services to family members is  a vital piece of the puzzle.   Family members are actively involved in the treatment process see greater improvements and an overall reduction in family stress. 
   

2. 2.Person First: Before the disability there is a person. I will always see the person first and will use person-first language.
   

3. 3.Integrated Approach: Every approach has its strengths and limitations.  Treatment decisions are best made according to individual needs, not by an individual approach.
   

4. 4.Customer Service: I encourage you to communicate your concerns, ideas and feedback. 
   

5. 5.Strengths-Based Empowerment:  I believe in finding and shaping the gifts and talents often associated with differently-abled minds.  I will work to empower our child through teaching self-awareness, self-determination and self-advocacy skills. 
   

6. 6.Partnerships: Cooperation and collaboration between parents, schools, therapists and agencies means building relationships and advocating for the win-win situations. 
   

7. 7.Advocacy & Education: I will work to improve public awareness, understanding and accessibility for people with special needs. 
   

8. 8.Playfulness & Humor: Laughter and having fun are encouraged. Sometimes humor is the most effective tool to deal with difficulties in an honest and pragmatic way.  
   

9. 9.Professional Code of Ethics: I am committed to delivering professional and ethical services in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics.

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-Eric Tivers

Eric Tivers, LCSW, MSSW 224.636.3742 etivers@aol.com