I’ve been working with the Holistic Development Center for almost 5 years now. Before starting the program, I was finishing up a transition program, living at home with my parents, had never touched a stove due to my anxiety, and had never held a job. Since starting with HDC, I have drastically improved upon my social and independent living skills. Within the first couple of years, I overcame my anxiety to obtain my driver’s license, as well as began learning how to cook and do laundry. Additionally, I began working for the first time and have been doing so for three years. Two years ago, I had the opportunity to move into an apartment and live independently for the first time with a roommate. Because of HDC’s help, I am now working approximately 30 hours a week and volunteering at Narragansett Library. I am living independently and have learned how to cook. I take care of responsibilities like my car and apartment, and saving money for the future. I am proud of my successes and thankful for HDC helping me.

--Chase M

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Lauren Roth, Kathryn Mahoney, and HDC staff have been incredibly helpful and supportive, providing guidance and supervision as we work on helping my young adult son develop the skills to live more independently. We have a long way to go, but knowing they're here to help gives me hope.

-Barbara C.

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I highly recommend Holistic’s program to anyone who has a young adult son or daughter on the autism spectrum that is struggling with social, life, work, school and wellness/hygiene skills. My son has been in this program for almost two years and I truly believe it has changed his life. He just graduated college, he has a part-time job, he is making friends and he is doing better than I ever thought possible. They provided structure, therapy and practical life skills that we as a family have been trying to do for years, but were having very little success. Thank you Lauren, Kathryn and the whole team for all you do and your dedication to helping my son. We are so lucky to have you working with him and our entire family.

-Amy G

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I highly recommend HDC. We were referred to them sometime ago and we could not be happier. They provide many services and they are an excellent resource to have. My son enjoys going to the social outings and also looks forward to his appointments. He feels a sense of security when he is with them. I wish we had found them years ago!

-Kelly M.

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Kathryn Mahoney and Dr. Lauren Roth have been so wonderful. Their support for our ASD son has been incredible in just a few short months time. The support, tools and expertise of Lauren and Kathryn have been tremendous. Our son has been given tools for his growth and confidence and has made so much progress and we can see him now becoming a more independent and capable adult.

-Darla M.

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I can't say enough about this practice. My son is a challenge and the team has been amazing with him. They are not only patient with him and us, they go above and to help bring the best out of him. We felt like we were in a black hole of chaos and despair before we found them.

-Robin L.

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Dr. Lauren Roth and Kathryn Mahoney have been a lighthouse for our son. They helped him navigate the difficult waters of transitioning from college, to still being at home, to work. He was stuck and discouraged and needed someone besides his parents to encourage his strengths to come forth. They did just that. He has grown in such areas as personal responsibility and follow through. He has gained strategies and confidence that will help him continue to move forward and thrive. Wish we had found Lauren and Kathryn sooner.

-Michelle B.

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A friend recommended HDC. Dr. Roth and Kathryn were "A God Send". At our first meeting, I could not have been more impressed. After almost one year my final impressions are: professional, kind, compassionate, patient, resourceful, organized, and goal oriented.... their goal is take care of this child, handling all aspects of her life, teaching them to become independent, and successful individuals.

-Denise R.

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Dr. Roth & Kathryn Mahoney, have been instrumental in the development, growth and confidence building for our son. He has been going to Holistic Development for nearly a year now and I have seen huge improvement in all areas without any meds being prescribed (there's a first) . Highly recommended!

-Pieter S.

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Kathryn Mahoney and Dr. Lauren Roth are very professional, caring, supportive, and always follow up on my progress. I highly recommend their services...also they help me with my ADHD by assisting with organizing school work and study habits, also keeping in contact with my teachers.

-Katherine C.

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They worked tirelessly with our son to find both training opportunities as well as a permanent job that he loves! They gave him the confidence and skills he needed to get and retain the job as well as held him accountable to be able to advocate for himself and gain independence.

-Kara T.