David Pitonyak
Imagine
David Pitonyak
Imagine
Imagine
Imagine is the name I give my consulting practice which is dedicated to supporting people who experience disabilities and exhibit, what some have called, “difficult behaviors.” In my view, what’s most needed when a person engages in difficult behaviors is imagination. The story-line that is floating around about the person is a major part of the problem. What’s needed is a new story.*
Art by Aaron Johannes.
My practice
My practice is based upon a simple idea: difficult behaviors result from unmet needs. In a sense, difficult behaviors are messages which can tell us important things about a person and the quality of his or her life. People with difficult behaviors are often missing:
- Meaningful and enduring relationships
- A sense of safety and well-being
- Joy in ordinary and everyday places
- Power and choice
- A sense of value and self-worth
- Relevant skills and knowledge
- Supporters who are themselves supported
Seven Questions
Seven questions to help guide the development of a support plan from John O’Brien and Connie Lyle-O’Brien.
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