The Hanen Program® for Parents of Autistic Children or Children Who May Benefit from Social Communication Support
Parents of young autistic children
In-person
Online
Dom, who resisted leaving her life and family behind, finally chooses herself and sleeps peacefully for the first time in years—on a plane to Budapest, away from Darlene. Cinematic Style and Pacing
Darlene staying behind was her biggest moment of growth; she finally stopped running from her own mind. [Tumblr]
"Gone" is essential because it provides emotional closure for the supporting cast before the series dives into the surreal psychological depths of the three-part finale. It posits that "saving the world" is meaningless if the individuals within it cannot find personal peace. By the end of the hour, both characters have achieved a form of liberation, though it isn't the one they—or the audience—initially envisioned. Community Perspectives
The first step is to find a Hanen SLP who is certified to offer More Than Words. The SLP may offer the program in-person or online, or they may use the program content in their day-to-day individual clinical work with parents and children.