Ryan Maguire

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I’m Ryan. I help youth on the autism spectrum navigate the world with confidence, combining traditional therapeutic support with modern digital skills.

I believe that connection is the best foundation for growth. After a decade in the field, I returned to school to study web design because I saw how powerful technology can be for neurodivergent youth. Whether we are building a website, navigating a Minecraft server, or exploring the outdoors, I focus on meeting youth where they are most comfortable. My goal is to turn interests into strengths and "screen time" into "skill-building time."

My Background and Expertise

I brings a unique "dual-lens" approach to the InnerWorks team, blending clinical experience with technical creativity:

  • Education: Child and Youth Care (CYC) practitioner with specialized training in Web Design.

  • Experience: Over a decade of experience supporting youth on the autism spectrum, with a focus on integrating tech literacy into therapeutic goals.

  • Collaborative Care: Because I work within the InnerWorks multidisciplinary team, your family benefits from a wrap-around approach. We can coordinate with your child’s school, therapists, or other programs to ensure everyone is working together.

  • Skills:
    I help youth build practical life and social skills through high-interest activities:

    • Digital Literacy: Web design, tech safety, and healthy gaming habits.

    • Social Connection: Collaborative play through Minecraft groups and Dungeons & Dragons campaigns.

    • Community Integration: Building confidence in public spaces through "unplugged" walks and interactive activities like Pokémon GO.

    • Executive Functioning: Organization, planning, and problem-solving within both digital and physical environments.

    • Emotional Regulation: Developing coping strategies through gameplay and real-world social interaction.

I’m Ryan. I help youth on the autism spectrum navigate the world with confidence, combining traditional therapeutic support with modern digital skills.

I believe that connection is the best foundation for growth. After a decade in the field, I returned to school to study web design because I saw how powerful technology can be for neurodivergent youth. Whether we are building a website, navigating a Minecraft server, or exploring the outdoors, I focus on meeting youth where they are most comfortable. My goal is to turn interests into strengths and "screen time" into "skill-building time."

My Background and Expertise

I brings a unique "dual-lens" approach to the InnerWorks team, blending clinical experience with technical creativity:

  • Education: Child and Youth Care (CYC) practitioner with specialized training in Web Design.

  • Experience: Over a decade of experience supporting youth on the autism spectrum, with a focus on integrating tech literacy into therapeutic goals.

  • Collaborative Care: Because I work within the InnerWorks multidisciplinary team, your family benefits from a wrap-around approach. We can coordinate with your child’s school, therapists, or other programs to ensure everyone is working together.

  • Skills:
    I help youth build practical life and social skills through high-interest activities:

    • Digital Literacy: Web design, tech safety, and healthy gaming habits.

    • Social Connection: Collaborative play through Minecraft groups and Dungeons & Dragons campaigns.

    • Community Integration: Building confidence in public spaces through "unplugged" walks and interactive activities like Pokémon GO.

    • Executive Functioning: Organization, planning, and problem-solving within both digital and physical environments.

    • Emotional Regulation: Developing coping strategies through gameplay and real-world social interaction.

You Might Be Dealing With...

Sensory Regulation

  • Becomes overwhelmed by loud environments or crowds

  • Avoids certain textures, foods, or clothing

  • Seeks intense sensory input (movement, pressure, noise)

  • Needs strategies to regulate sensory needs throughout the day

Technology & Digital Safety

  • Uses devices without understanding online safety risks

  • May overshare personal information online

  • Struggles with appropriate communication in digital spaces

  • Needs guidance on managing screen time and responsible use

Friendship Skills

  • Wants friends but struggles to maintain friendships

  • Finds it difficult to join peer conversations or activities

  • Misinterprets social cues or humour

  • May feel rejected or confused in social situations

Here's How We'll Work Together

I meet your child at their current level.

Early sessions focus on understanding your child’s comfort level with independence.

  • Your child may hesitate to try new skills

  • Your child may worry about making mistakes

  • Your child may prefer familiar routines

We create a starting point that feels safe and achievable.


I teach through practice.

I teach through practice. Skills develop through small steps and repeated success.

  • We break complex tasks into manageable parts

  • We practice skills gradually

  • We increase independence as confidence grows

Your child learns through experience.


3. You see progress.

You see progress. Parents often notice meaningful changes over time.

  • Your child shows greater independence

  • Your child demonstrates new practical skills

  • Your child feels more capable in daily life

These changes build long-term confidence.


 

Languages:

  • Emglish

 
 

Not Sure If Coaching Is Right for Your Child?

Call us at 226-400-4330 or email hello@innerworkslondon.com

We'll help you figure out if coaching is the right fit for your child/youth, and answer any questions you have about getting started.

Frequently Asked Questions

Fees, Insurance & Billing

Ryan’s fees are:

$180 / 3 hour session for therapeautic coaching

Ryan’s services are eligible for:

SSAH (Special Service at Home)

DSO Passport

OAP (Ontario Autism Program)

Private Pay