In All Fairness

There was one thing that I did get out of that workshop. I learned that it is often necessary to be more literal when I talk to Cassidy. Explaining step by step what I want from her instead of just assuming she understands.

Telling her, "we are going to put on your coat, go outside, walk to the car, get in and I will drive you to school." is much less overwhelming than just telling her, "we're going to school."

Explaining things out in steps is a good way for her to understand what to expect. I have been using it with her and she seems more responsive and less panicky.