Longhorn TIES is proud to support neurodivergent Longhorns. Read on to hear what students have to say about Longhorn TIES coaching services.
"TIES made me believe it was possible for me to not only complete my undergraduate degree, but to do so while forging social connections and exploring new aspects of myself. With a balance of concrete skill development and opportunities for social enrichment, TIES instills confidence and courage in its members."
"I find Longhorn TIES extremely helpful, especially in helping students on the spectrum reach success academically and socially. I would recommend it to anyone."
"TIES helped me figure out ways to succeed in my challenging classes. I learned how to overcome my challenges in academics, with social skills and in my personal life."
"TIES was an incredible support through my time at UT. It meant a lot to me to be able to process and plan my weeks, working on larger life goals alongside all of the little tasks. It gave me a lot more security and confidence that I was able to carry forward."
"This semester, I feel like my progression of becoming more independent grew tremendously, thanks to the TIES Coaching Meetings."
I genuinely may not have made it through college and my degree without TIES. The regular coaching sessions were helpful for learning skills and creating and following up with action plans towards my goals regarding personal functional skills, self-advocacy, academics, and work. I always felt supported and accepted by TIES staff as who I am.
Longhorn TIES gave me support and helped me recognize that I wasn't on my own in what was otherwise a challenging time in my life both academically and socially. Their assistance bolstered my efforts to complete my degree and inspired a sense of optimism for future students like me.
