Cold White Fire

Bến Đậu của Đào Tạo Gia Đình với Tự Kỷ

Hãy bật sáng ngọn bên trong bạn bằng cách tham gia hội đào tạo và cộng đồng phụ huynh cho sức khoẻ tâm thần và tự kỷ.

Một người cha và người mẹ cùng con cái nhìn ngắm hoàng hôn với ngọn hải đăng phía sau. Tác phẩm nghệ thuật được tạo ra bởi Christopher Stapleton.

Những gì trẻ em tự kỷ phải trải qua và kinh nghiệm của phụ huynh

Đáp ứng cho Video - Những cách thức đơn giản

Cách # 1 - Viết Ra

Nếu bạn muốn hay người mắc chứng tự kỷ làm theo chỉ dẫn, hãy lập một danh sách ngắn không quá ba mục trên giấy hoặc trên máy tính, như qua văn bản.

Cách # 2 - Xao Động

Giảm thiểu xao động giúp trẻ tập trung thực hành những thao tác hàng ngày. Quá nhiều xao động làm ngạt nhận thức.

Cách # 3 - Thính Giác

Những người mắc chứng tự kỷ có thính giác rất nhạy cảm. Hãy mua một bộ tai nghe rẻ tiền để con bạn nghe hoặc che thính giác ở nơi ồn ào.

Để biết thêm các cách thức đơn giản, hãy tìm hiểu cách chúng tôi có thể trợ giúp trong việc huấn luyện gia đình và cộng đồng của chúng tôi dành cho phụ huynh. Để biết thêm thông tin, bấm nút vào dưới đây.

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Phát triển niềm đam mê của trẻ, đồng thời trẻ nhận được sự huấn luyện và khoá học đào tạo tùy chỉnh với tiềm năng có được việc làm mang lại lợi ích và hỗ trợ.

Chúng ta cùng xây dựng từng bước từng bước một.

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Coaching & courses taught by individuals on and off the spectrum

We are a family business and charity. Christopher and his wife Vera, work as a team, and can help you understand select 1 on 1 coaching and courses that will enhance your understanding to help your unique child with autism (or mental health or both) find safety, acceptance, a sense of confidence and higher quality of life.

Christopher and his wife Vera are the founders of Cold White Fire.

Christopher & Vera Stapleton

Founders, Designers, Family Coaches, Authors, & Educators.

Story: Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

This image displays young Christopher soaring in the air high above with the sun and clouds.

Once upon a time, there was a young boy named Christopher who was on a difficult journey with autism. He struggled to navigate through the world around him, often feeling like an outsider. However, Christopher had a unique dream: he wanted to learn to fly.Christopher spent countless hours watching birds soar through the sky, their wings effortlessly carrying them to new heights. He yearned to experience that same freedom and liberation. But being autistic, Christopher faced many challenges in trying to understand and interact with the world.Undeterred by the obstacles ahead, Christopher began his quest to learn how to fly. He studied books and watched videos, soaking up as much knowledge as he could about flight mechanics and aerodynamics. Despite the confusion and frustration that often accompanied his learning process, Christopher refused to give up.One day, while wandering through a vast field, Christopher stumbled upon an old, abandoned hangar. Curiosity sparked within him, and he cautiously entered the mysterious building. To his astonishment, he discovered a worn-out leather cape, shiny yellow belt, and a red suit hidden away in a dusty chest.Intrigued, Christopher tried on the shiny yellow belt, and a red suit, imagining himself soaring through the sky. He strapped the worn out cape onto his back, feeling a surge of excitement and anticipation. Little did he know that is was not just any ordinary cape – it was magical.With a deep breath and a leap of faith, Christopher stepped out of the hangar and into the open sky. To his amazement, his cape unfurled, catching the wind, and lifting him off the ground. As he soared higher and higher, Christopher felt an overwhelming sense of freedom and joy wash over him.News of Christopher's ability to fly quickly spread, capturing the attention and hearts of people far and wide. They marveled at how someone who felt so confined by the limitations of autism could conquer the boundless sky. Christopher became an inspiration to others, showing them that anything is possible with determination and belief in oneself.

This image displays young Christopher soaring in the air high above with the moon at night.

As the years went by, Christopher's ambition grew stronger and more powerful. He became a beacon of hope for those facing their own personal struggles, proving that even in the face of adversity, one can overcome and achieve greatness.Christopher's journey with autism was far from easy, but he embraced his uniqueness and used it to propel himself forward. With each flight, he not only soared through the sky but also soared above the limitations that once held him back.In the end, Christopher found happiness and fulfillment in helping others. He dedicated his life to spreading awareness about autism and inspiring people to chase their dreams, no matter how impossible they may seem.And so, Christopher's story reminds us all that we have the power to soar through life, regardless of our circumstances. We just need to find the courage to spread our wings and take that leap of faith.

Happy Ending

With his newfound purpose, Christopher continued to touch lives and make a difference in the world. And as he flew high above, he knew that he had truly found his place among the clouds – a place where he belonged, soaring through life with unwavering joy and determination.

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This image displays young Christopher soaring in the air high above with the sun and clouds.

Schedule a 1-1 Consultation

We have a four step intake process to provide services at Cold White Fire.

  • Step 1 - Free Consultation

Meet with us in a 30 minute consultation to find out if we are a
good fit for your current situation.

  • Step 2 - Agreement

From the consultation we create an agreement between the parents
or caregivers of each child to prepare for services.

  • Step 3 - Assessments

After the agreement has been signed, we will provide assessments to find your child's individualized gifts, and which programs are best suited for them.

  • Step 4 - Final Contract

Finally, after the assessments are finalized and a contract is made,
we will begin to provide services for you and your child.

What is Cold White Fire?

Cold White Fire is an authentic and eternal light that radiates within. To Christopher it represents the Spirit of the Lord. It is the flame that can be kindled or rekindled that instills happiness and pure joy from within. It has various degrees of symbolism that represent Light, Chi energy, and other layers of symbolism. To learn more about Cold White Fire, keep exploring more information below.

Authenticity Is KeyOur origin represents an authentic and eternal light that radiates within.

Kindle Your FlameEach of us has a flame that kindles within our body, mind, and spirit.

Shine BrightWe can strengthen our flames within and increase the intensity of which our light shines.

Cold White Fire: Who We Are

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Here at Cold White Fire, we are a heart-centered family business, charity, institute, and studio dedicated to assisting parents and children dealing with autism and mental health. We are individuals who are passionate about helping others find their inner flame. We hope that by working together we can strengthen their pure light and happiness from within and foster joy in life.We strive to support an emerging community with our services to assist clients and caregivers cope with life challenges through fundraising, education, vocational training, advanced training, and the potential for gainful employment. We aim to collaborate with parents, caregivers, teachers, and educators to enhance the higher quality of life for our clients, their families, and the community.In our family culture, we have faith in Christ. We believe He is the center of all of our blessings and strength. We seek the respect of our faith and all others’ faith.

Cold White Fire Charity:
What It Is

At Cold White Fire Charity we raise funding and train volunteers to help parents with children with autism and learning differences who would otherwise not be able afford educational opportunity. In the future we will have workshops and events for parents and children to explore.

We work with parents and children through adulthood on the autism spectrum and mental health, providing customized curricula for each individual. We assist parents in managing their child’s behavior and help them find enjoyment in the educational process. We prepare children for education and vocational training through personalized custom curricula, aiming for success and gainful employment.Whether your child or adult is high or low on the spectrum or somewhere in between, we offer unique programs to help students from kindergarten through twelfth grade receive an education custom-fit for their unique personality.After completing primary and secondary education, there are vocational and advanced training opportunities at Cold White Fire Studio. We don’t stop there; graduates in their chosen learning path, if they desire and qualify, can work in an environment tailored to their talents, skills, and abilities at Cold White Fire Studio.

Cold White Fire Institute:
How We Can Help

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Cold White Fire Studio:
Ignite Your Flame Within

After students graduate with different degrees and skillsets based upon customized curriculum to help them find success. Cold White Fire Studio places graduates with a mentor in an internship while they are in school and an apprenticeship for job placement in gainful employment working with real clients in our unique programs for graduates with autism.

Cold White Fire Community
Ignite Your Flame Within

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Meet the Team

Creativity takes courage

Christopher Stapleton Founder; Creative/Art Director; Author; Educator; & Learning Experience Designer

Christopher Stapleton

Founder, Creative/Art Director, Author, Educator, Family Coach,
& Learning Experience Designer

Christopher has been practicing art since the age of four and is on the autism spectrum. He desires to help others with or without autism. He has a Bachelors in Game Art & Design & Media Arts and Animation from the Art Institute of Seattle and attended Mountanland Technical College for Automated Manufacturing.He has been working in traditional and digital graphics in business for over 10 years in Utah and Washington State. Christopher enjoys teaching all levels and ages. He looks forward to sharing his love of art with all students to develop their creative abilities and talents. Christopher maintains the website, creates custom curriculum for students, and designs all of the graphics in our content.

Vera with her husband coach families with autism to gain success in their lives. Vera began teaching at a young age. She attended Brigham Young University, Hawaii where she acquired her Bachelors of Science in Elementary and TESOL Education. She taught as a TESOL teacher K-12 and adults at international schools and nonprofit organization.She received her Master's degree at National University in Applied Behavior Analysis to work with children with autism. She helps parents and their children with autism, and learning differences find interventions at Cold White Fire. Vera aspires to help children thrive in their schoolwork and achieve their personal goals.

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Christopher Stapleton Founder; Creative/Art Director; Author; Educator; & Learning Experience Designer

Vera Stapleton

Founder, ABA Instructor, Family Coach, Author, & Educator

Cold White Fire Philosophy

Each individual is a being of light within unique sets of challenges, talents, and abilities. As we work together in synergy we can achieve goals to prosper in innovation, creativity, and perpetuating balanced energy.

Cold White Fire Mission Statement

We believe everyone with autism and learning differences have a flame to contribute and should be able to get a quality education with vocational skills, mentoring, life coaching, and the potential for gainful employment that becomes their superpower.

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Autism, Caregiving, & Disability Resources

Autism Resources

Utah Department of HealthUtah Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) is a part of the Utah Department of Health, Division of Family Health and Preparedness.


Utah Parent System


The Melisa Nellesen Center for AutismThe Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism at Utah Valley University improves the quality of life for those living and working with Autism Spectrum Disorder


ABA Healthcare ProvidersA PDF document referring to various ABA providers in Utah State.


The Stellar Trick Riding CowgirlsSee these amazing sisters who are trick riders bring happiness and joy to your heart through their trick riding!

Caregiving Resources

In Crisis?Call the suicide prevention
lifeline in Utah 1-800-273-8255
Join an online group of peer supported crisis chat on Discord. Click the button to join the chat below.


Respite CareTired of taking care of someone? Get a short period of time of relief from all your hard work.


Senior CompanionThe Senior Companion Program provides an opportunity for healthy, active seniors to help other seniors maintain their independence and provide respite to caregivers.


Caregiving AssistanceHere are various companies in Utah to help with caregivers needing assistance caregiving.

Disability Resources

DSPDThe Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) promotes opportunities and provides supports for people with disabilities to lead self-determined lives by overseeing home and community-based services for more than 5,000 people who have disabilities.


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Voc RehabWe support individuals with disabilities in obtaining competitive, integrated employment through professional vocational counseling and guidance, and through partnerships with employers, school districts, higher education and other agencies.

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