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Building Bridges For the Mind Welcome to Building Bridges for the Mind! When I’m not working, I love spending time outdoors with a good cup of coffee.

Building Bridges For The Mind is a provider of the Davis® Method Autism Approach and Concepts for Life programs working with children and teens developing & strengthening their executive function and social-emotional skillsets. I’m Mary Martin, and my journey into the world of neurodevelopmental therapies began with a background in medical massage and anatomy, where I first discovered my passion for the mind-body connection. But it was my intimate experience with my daughter’s developmental challenges that truly shaped my path and led me to where I am today. As a mother determined to find solutions and a professional eager to learn, I immersed myself in research and specialized training. Today, I’m a Licensed Davis® Methods Autism Approach and Concepts for Life Facilitator, as well as a Certified Cognitive Developmental Therapist. I have also embraced various innovative methods, including Blomberg Rhythmic Movement Training and the Equipping Minds program, to offer a comprehensive approach to therapy. I use evidence-based therapies to support children and teens with autism, sensory processing disorder, motor deficiencies, missing executive function and social-emotional skillsets, and learning challenges. My approach is both personal and professional, blending my own experiences with years of rigorous study to provide personalized solutions. My goal is to help neurodivergent children and teens improve their perception, cognitive understanding, grow in emotional and behavioral regulation, and social skills. I’ve seen firsthand how powerful these programs are because they changed my families story and I’m passionate about sharing this knowledge with world. Above all, I’m dedicated to nurturing the minds and hearts of not only my own children but also the hundreds of individuals I’ve had the privilege to support over the years. But my true passion lies in helping people find their footing and achieve their full potential in life. Since founding Building Bridges for the Mind in 2020, I’ve been honored to become a source of hope for families navigating the complexities of neurodevelopmental disorders. My work is more than a job- it is a gift I truly treasure.

07/12/2025

MISSED YESTERDAY? You can still join TODAY! 🎉

Day 2 of our Autism Weekend is happening very soon—and it might be even better than Day 1.

TODAY: Live Q&A with Davis Autism Experts
Your questions. Real answers. From experts who actually understand. Ask about:
- Your child's specific struggles (meltdowns, opposition, communication) - Non-speaking individuals
- Why traditional approaches haven't worked
- What to do next - How to help

Plus: option to buy lifelong access to both sessions

Join NOW: https://buff.ly/AHuhCrP For parents who need answers. For autistic adults who need tools. For professionals who need better approaches.

Day 2 starts in 2 hours. Don't miss this too.

The conversation about autism is shifting.For decades, approaches focused on changing autistic behavior.But what if that...
02/12/2025

The conversation about autism is shifting.

For decades, approaches focused on changing autistic behavior.

But what if that approach is wrong?

As a Davis Facilitator, I've witnessed something firsthand how when we address perception (not behavior), lasting change happens.

This approach was created by Ron Davis—an autistic person who was labeled "dummy" as a child, non-speaking until age 17, and severely dyslexic.

Ron pioneered the idea that autism isn't a deficit in thinking. It's a different way of experiencing the world.

That discovery became the Davis Autism Approach®—transforming lives for over 40 years in 30+ countries.

I've seen the transformation in my daughter and in my practice. The families I have worked with have experienced these shifts too when their loved one understood accurate perception.

This December, you can hear Ron's story and learn why this approach works.

Free 2-day Autism Summit (choose your dates)
December 6-7 (Northern hemisphere) / December 7-8 (Southern hemisphere)

Register now: https://buff.ly/FAfaPX8

I am honored to introduce you to some Davis Facilitators and friends speaking at our Davis Autism Weekend. 🎤 Day 1 Exper...
02/12/2025

I am honored to introduce you to some Davis Facilitators and friends speaking at our Davis Autism Weekend.

🎤 Day 1 Expert Presentations:
🌍 Dolores Gage (Madrid) - The Neurodivergent Thread: Why autism, ADHD, and dyslexia share one root cause
🌍Cathie Geraci (Italy): Non-Speaking Autistic Individuals — Her son: non-speaking at 2, how Davis opened his world and changed her path
🌍 Richard Whitehead (UK) - Ron's Story "Dummy" How an autistic person created this entire approach
🌍 Melanie Curry (New Zealand) - Missing Concepts and Individuation — How missing concepts and individuation underpin the foundations of the Davis Autism Approach®

Day 2 Live Q&A Panel: Real stories from Davis Facilitators:
-Mary Martin (USA) — Became facilitator after witnessing her daughter's transformation from crisis to thriving.
- Axel Gudmundsson (South Africa/UK/Iceland) — Davis Facilitator who was skeptical until he watched it transform his autistic, dyslexic wife—"too good to be true" became his life's work.
- Tania Blackmore-Squires (UK) — Specializes in PDA and ODD. Her husband's Davis success at 19 inspired her training.
- Danette Moriarty (NZ) — A parent who found hope when Davis transformed her struggling son. Now a rural facilitator helping "country kids"

All with lived experience. All ready to answer any questions. Come along, December 6-7. Register: https://buff.ly/FAfaPX8

I am honored to introduce you to some Davis Facilitators and friends speaking at our Davis Autism Weekend. 🎤 Day 1 Exper...
02/12/2025

I am honored to introduce you to some Davis Facilitators and friends speaking at our Davis Autism Weekend.

🎤 Day 1 Expert Presentations:
🌍 Dolores Gage (Madrid) - The Neurodivergent Thread: Why autism, ADHD, and dyslexia share one root cause
🌍Cathie Geraci (Italy): Non-Speaking Autistic Individuals — Her son: non-speaking at 2, how Davis opened his world and changed her path
🌍 Richard Whitehead (UK) - Ron's Story "Dummy" How an autistic person created this entire approach
🌍 Melanie Curry (New Zealand) - Missing Concepts and Individuation — How missing concepts and individuation underpin the foundations of the Davis Autism Approach®

FREE Autism Summit | December 6-7, 2025 I'm excited to share this free online event featuring expert presenters from aro...
02/12/2025

FREE Autism Summit | December 6-7, 2025 I'm excited to share this free online event featuring expert presenters from around the world—all with lived experience of autism. Perfect for:
✅ Parents in crisis mode
✅ Autistic adults seeking tools
✅ Professionals wanting better approaches Created BY autistic people FOR autistic people. 100% free to attend live. No diagnosis needed.

Register: https://buff.ly/FAfaPX8

Strengthening and developing children and teens executive function and social emotional skillsets the Davis® way.
17/11/2025

Strengthening and developing children and teens executive function and social emotional skillsets the Davis® way.

Does this sound familiar?
Your child wakes up motivated and makes plans, but then can't seem to start any tasks. They spend the day anxious, overwhelmed, and feeling like they've failed again.
Executive dysfunction isn't about being lazy—it's about missing key life concepts like time, sequence, consequence, and order.
Davis Concepts for Life helps neurodivergent individuals master these fundamental concepts through hands-on, creative methods.
One-on-one programs tailored to your child's unique needs. ✨
Learn more: buff.ly/ivOSInz

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17/11/2025

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Davis® Method at Building Bridges For The Mind

Unlike talk therapy or behavior management, the Davis Concepts for Life helps individuals literally model abstract life concepts using clay.

By integrating foundational concepts (like time, responibility, change) in a way that feels natural for neurodivergent thinkers, the concept is mastered and becomes part of our identity.

Developed by Ron Davis—a neurodivergent engineer—it’s a practical, respectful way to support cognitive development and independence.

It's also a FUN way to learn.

Find out more about our upcoming workshop. 🔗 buff.ly/FMQBnSs

Davis® Method at Building Bridges For The Mind
17/11/2025

Davis® Method at Building Bridges For The Mind

Making abstract concepts concrete is a cornerstone of the Davis Autism Approach. Concepts like 'change,' 'consequence,' and 'time' can be difficult for autistic individuals to grasp because they're not tangible. Through clay modeling, we make these concepts visible and understandable. Learn more https://buff.ly/ITcBxfe

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