William Stillman has worked in the disabilities field since 1987 and was employed by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare as the statewide point person for children and adolescents with mental health issues and autism. Bill is an adult with Asperger's Syndrome, and regularly presents on autism and Asperger's Syndrome.

• Introduction. Prologue. 1. Good listening. 2.Liberation through communication. 3. Valuing passions. 4. Preparing to learn. 5. Personal wellness. 6.Mental health. 7. My self revelation. 8. Team building. References. Index.

We have much to learn from people with autism and this book makes explicit a lot of information that may be assumed, but perhaps should not be. Students and newly qualified therapists or those new to ASD as a speciality would undoubtedly benefit from reading the book and pondering the contents in the light of their clients' experiences.