Life With Myself and Others

Supporting Educators, Parents, and Caretakers in Providing Sexual Health and Social Wellness Education for Youth with Disabilities.

As a caretaker, your priority is the happiness, safety, and health of the young person in your care.

We offer specialized training and tools to help you provide them with crucial education on topics like self-care, puberty, dating, safe relationships, and boundaries. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and skills for open and positive conversations about sensitive subjects. Every young person deserves to understand their body, express their emotions, and form healthy connections as they grow. Let us support you on this journey, ensuring our young people have a strong foundation to navigate the world safely.

Meet Dr. Emily Capolongo

A passionate special educator with over 12 years of experience working with incredible young people with disabilities. Throughout her journey in the school system, she couldn't help but notice a crucial missing piece in her students' education - sexual health and social wellness. Her amazing students deserved access to information about their bodies, staying safe, and understanding consent.

No matter the degree of disability, Dr. Emily found innovative ways to teach these vital concepts, supporting her students' safety and overall well-being. She also worked closely with them on dating skills, building healthy relationships, understanding boundaries, and developing self-confidence. The impact was incredible - her students experienced a boost in self-confidence, self-determination, and overall well-being.

What is covered under sexual health and social wellness education?

  • Healthy Relationships

    • Different types of touch and talk for different relationships

    • What makes a healthy relationship

  • Safe & Healthy Boundaries

    • Safe vs unsafe touch

    • Emotional and physical boundaries

  • Private/Public Spaces & Behaviors

    • Public, semi-public, semi-private, and private places

    • The hidden curriculum/social rules

  • Human Development

    • Body parts

    • How to care for your body

    • Body changes during puberty (feelings of arousal, menstruation, etc.)

  • Human Reproduction

    • Male and female reproductive systems

    • Pregnancy

  • Consent & Body Rights

    • Laws and consequences

    • How to say ‘no’

    • When and how to ask for consent

  • Online Safety & Pornography

    • What information is safe to share online and how to manage it

    • About the criminal/legal issues and misleading aspects of pornography

  • Gender Identity & Expression

    • Preferred pronouns

    • Gender diversity

  • Masturbation

    • Privacy and safety

    • Normalizing and acceptance

  • Sexual Activity

    • Sexual feelings and acts

    • STIs & Contraception

  • Dating/Breaking Up

    • Crushes

    • Flirting

    • Asking people on a dates

    • Being in a relationship

    • Ending a relationship

Services

1-1 Coaching for Caregivers

We understand the unique challenges you face in supporting your young person’s growth and development. That's why we offer personalized coaching sessions designed to meet their specific needs and goals. Dr. Emily works closely with you to gain a comprehensive understanding of your person's profile, strengths, and areas for improvement.

Courses & Digital Downloads

Discover our library of courses and digital downloads designed to equip caregivers with a comprehensive toolkit for effectively teaching and addressing essential sexual health topics with young people. Gain the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate conversations and create a safe and inclusive learning environment.

“Accessibility allows us to tap into everyone’s potential.”

– Debra Ruh