Welcome to Swell RDI Consulting

At Swell RDI Consulting, we specialize in providing personalized parenting guidance for families and individualized support for children, youth, young adults and parents. Discover our compassionate approach to relationship development today, with RDI Consultant and Certified Sexual Health Educator, Michelle Baldwin.

Michelle is based on the southwest coast of British Columbia, and has been dedicated to supporting diverse neurotypes since 2001. As a mother of three teenagers, she has balanced raising her family with her commitment to the field of autism and neurobehavioral support. With over 20 years of experience, Michelle holds a background in child growth and development, behavioral psychology and Applied Behavioral Analysis, delivering dynamic strategies through a family-centered, neuro-affirming lens.

Experienced In:

  • Autism
  • ADHD
  • Sensory Processing Disorders
  • Pervasive Drive for Autonomy (PDA)
  • Catatonia
  • Anxiety
  • Self-Injurious Behaviours
  • Disordered Eating
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Tourettes
  • Global Developmental Delays
  • Speech and Language Disorders
  • Maladaptive Daydreaming (Paracosm)
  • High-Risk Behaviors
  • Abuse Prevention
  • Deviant Behaviors
  • Sexual Health Education
  • Modified/Adapted Curriculum

Michelle's expertise encompasses a wide range of challenges, ensuring comprehensive support for individuals and their families. Her focus on relationship development and communication fosters meaningful connections, helping clients navigate their unique journeys with confidence and resilience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RDI and who is it for?

Relationship Development Intervention, or RDI, is a research-based, family-centered approach to LIFE COACHING for individuals with autism, ADHD, neurobehavioral disorders, and social impairments develop essential social and emotional skills. RDI focuses on improving dynamic intelligence, which includes flexible thinking, problem-solving, and emotional understanding.

Through guided interactions, parents and caregivers are trained to create learning opportunities in everyday activities, building meaningful connections and greater independence.

It's for anyone who wants to build stronger, more adaptive relationships with their loved ones, particularly those facing challenges in social communication and emotional regulation. 

Support for PARENTING, LATE DIAGNOSES, GROUP COACHING in manageable chunks with a personalized focus.

 

 

What types of services do you offer?

We offer parenting consultations, educational workshops, a family consultation program, one-on-one support, extender training and specialized programs that can be completed online. Your consultant provides ongoing support once subscribed.

 

  • Relationship Development Intervention
  • RDI consultant
  • Autism support
  • ADHD coaching
  • Neurobehavioral disorders
  • Social skills development
  • Dynamic intelligence
  • Flexible thinking
  • Behavioral psychology
  • Applied behavioral analysis
  • Family-centered therapy
  • Parent coaching
  • Social impairments
  • Executive functioning skills
  • Emotional regulation
  • Personalized support plans
  • Neurodiverse children
  • Parenting strategies
  • Communication skills
  • Social communication
  • Anxiety management
  • Pathological demand avoidance
  • Autism therapy
  • Teen coaching
  • Certified Sexual Health Educator

 

How can Swell RDI Consulting help my family?

Reducing fear that families face around navigating the unique challenges of raising children of diverse neurotypes, RDI provides parent empowerment and offers real-world opportunities for growth, connection and relationship restoration. 

Contact us

Get in touch with us to learn more about our parenting consultations, workshops, and family support.

About us

SWELL RDI CONSULTING, based in South Surrey, BC, is dedicated to providing personalized parenting guidance for neurodiverse families. Our unique approach combines evidence-based strategies with compassionate support to help parents navigate the complexities of raising children on the spectrum and with other neurobehavioural impacts. We offer a range of services including one-on-one consultations, educational workshops, and family support sessions. Our mission is to empower families to create a nurturing and supportive "in-sync" environment where every member can thrive within connective relationships. With a deep understanding of the stretches faced by neurodiverse families, we are committed to offering personalized solutions that make a meaningful difference.