The story behind barber's creative way to give boy with autism a haircut l GMA 

“Any client that sits in my chair is a celebrity.” This woman has a beautiful soul and really is pursuing her passion

She’s going to be his barber for life. For him to be six years old his drawings are amazing.

I love seeing when people are willing to go the extra mile for others, especially for children. It truly does take a village.

As a kid on the spectrum I can really appreciate what she’s doing for him.

As a mother of a child on the spectrum I can’t even put into words how absolutely beautiful this moment is doing some thing as simple as getting a haircut can be sensory overload and very overwhelming and sometimes scary the fact that she blatantly went out of her way to make him as comfortable as possible really shows how much of herself she puts in to her work this isn’t just a job her Thank you

This barber is not only a genius but a remarkable human! I worked with Austic children of all ages for 15 yrs. This Barber has a gift simple as that.

The barber deserves a trophy for her actions and a million dollars for her actions we need more people like her

As a barber for over 20 yrs who absolutely loves children this almost made Me tear up.. cheers to this young woman the mother and the awesome little man

This Barber is so DOPE. She did a wonderful thing for a child, she displayed great patience’s and made his experience fun. There needs to more people like her. GOD BLESS them all.

Can we acknowledge what a amazing artist little dude is at the age of 6? His Yakko, Wakko and Dot was very good for a 6 year old.

I have an older brother with Asperger’s and two twin sisters with classical autism, the youngest of which is incredibly severe, mostly nonverbal and dual-diagnosed with debilitating mood disorders. My family has also faced a lot of misconceptions, judgements and stereotypes about autism, and we’ve had very similar experiences to the one this mama detailed over the years, especially in public settings like the grocery store and as my sister has gotten older (18 in a month) to the point that I have debilitating anxiety whenever we enter a store together. No, I am not ashamed of my sister; I am scared of the world around her and how they treat her. I’ve found that there are a lot of these people who can’t distinguish autism meltdowns from tantrums, and who think even the latter in children with and without autism are the result of inadequate punishment. A lot of people think that autism can be punished out of a child, or that the child only has autism because of bad parenting, or that they just need to be thrown away and we can’t keep her - and we’ve taken this even from family members. I’ve heard people say all manner of things towards my sister and our family over the years. It’s also uncomfortable constantly being stared at, or in some cases, glared at, and having 911 and CPS called on us for my sister displaying traits of autism they’re uncomfortable with. Grown woman who’ve whined “my eeaaarsss,” and complained about the throat noises my sister makes when she’s happy, people who’ve call her “a rat,” as we left a pet shelter when we were younger to adopt a pet, an older man who told my sister to get away from him when she stood a foot or two away from him, etc, etc. Autism is still incredibly stigmatized and misunderstood. EDIT: Thank you to everyone who took the time to read this; I really appreciate it and it gives me hope :)

This barber is a real professional and empathetic individual.

Are we not gonna talk about how talented this kid is? He’s gonna go far with his skills! Wish all the best 💕

Girl God bless you. My son is nonverbal autistic and getting a haircut is a horrible experience. I wish I could find someone like you 🤩

HOLY GUACAMOLE THAT DRAWING IS AMAZING- ESPECIALLY FOR HIS AGE. He is soaring. Bless that woman and her help. And praise that mom.

IT REALLY TAKES A SPECIAL PERSON TO WORK WITH KIDS

Kudos to this barber!! Hey Jackson … my son is on the spectrum, is now a 25, and will soon be history teacher. You rock mom!!

I like when people have the patience and don’t just tell people with autism to “get over it”

I'm so proud of this woman. People can be so intolerant and ignorant when it comes to Autism , behavioral disorders, or mood disorders. What a beautiful soul💖 The world needs more people like her.

I have two nephews on the spectrum. Their cases aren’t as bad as this, but they both love to draw and have for years. They’re really good, too. Autism isn’t a weakness. These kids are brilliant.

I can’t explain just how proud I feel just watching this unusual interaction. I hope that she continues to kelp with her out of the box thinking. Much love to the family and the barber!!

Nice work. Not all children need orders, they need cooperation.

This barber is a genius. She allows her heart to direct her hands, and the result is amazing. God will bless her for her kindness as she is a blessing to others, and her business will prosper.

We need more mamas like this, and more barbers like this. Hell, we just need more people like this in the world! So much love and light sent to all! ♥

That barber is nothing short of amazing! She’s terrific, but that mother to that child is also a Wonderful individual! That little boy is so lucky to be surrounded but great people!

I hope this lady gets so much business that she can hardly handle it!! She’s amazing!

As an #autismmom I am touched by this barber. My son is 19 now but it was hard getting his hair cut or trying on clothes, etc. But, this makes my heart so full!! 💙❣️

This barber is amazing!! Keep shining your light, we need more people like you in the world! I have a brother & son with autism & I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness!!

Much respect for the strength parents of autistic children have to have not to mention loads of patience and love!

You are a super woman to know what this young man needed to get through his haircut event!!! Hats off to you!!!

God blessed her!!!!!!😍 My son has autism and I will wish we all found more people like her, with an open mind and an open heart ❤️!!!!

I freaking love her she’s a pure genuine soul and I know God favors her

As a mom who has a son on the spectrum and he has issues getting a haircut, I’m so touched by this barber. The way she went out of her way to accommodate and dignify him. It means so much to special needs parents. We need more barbers like that! 🦋

This made me emotional. We need more humans in the world like this barber. Her willingness to go the extra mile and think of such a creative solution is inspiring.

This story was a breath of fresh air!!! I can DEFINITELY relate to her story about going to the store. Ppl too quickly assume and jump to conclusions when they have NO IDEA what's going on!! God bless this barber, mom and son. 💛

He's a good drawer and has much potential. Good going mom. You're a good mom....and the barber deserves props. 👍

This Barber exemplifies what it means "To meet a person where they're at in their moment." Her creativity and solution oriented approach empowered this young man to look his absolute best! Great work!

That kid is absolutely adorable and his drawing was really good! The barber?? fantastic. Such a kind and caring individual. Best of luck to the barber, Jackson, and both of their families!

You got me crying here! My son has autism so i understand the struggles, i love my son and the issues we deal with judgemental people arent fair. Special needs kids touch my heart deeply since ive had my son. Thanks for making his haircut happen with understanding! You have no idea how deep your understanding impacted that family!

Anyone who can handle children on the spectrum has the patience and heart of a saint. They have all my respect. ❤️

“Any client that sits in my chair is a celebrity” a beautiful, peaceful world all summed up in one sentence 🙏

Makes me happy. My son has autism as well. Just found out and he’s 3. May God bless all the children on the Spectrum❤️‍🩹

What a beautiful smile on this little guy! The barber is so creative, kind, loving, empathetic and just awesome. Can’t we all stop judging each other? It’s just exhausting.

One of the best story ever. Mother LaQuista, Child Jackson, and The Amazing Barber are my Surperstars, Spread the Love

We need more of this kindness & patience as human beings. This should be the standard, not division, hate & indifference. More stories like this, please.✌️🏽

Barbers are so important in the community. My son's barbers had a great influence on him becoming the man he is as it takes a village along with the parents to raise children. Barbers rock!!

What a truly beautiful thing this barber did for this young man! I wish everyone was as kind as she is.

My son is on the spectrum as well and haircuts have always been an issue. He's very particular about how it's cut and will only wear a high and tight, but it has to look a certain way. My mom finally took him to her hair dresser with a picture of exactly what he wanted. She was amazing with him and talked with him about his favorite movies the whole time to distract him from the buzzing noise of the clippers which makes him anxious. They have the same conversations every time he goes but she always makes sure that he is happy and content while he's in her chair.

This made me cry…. I teach kids with autism an I just pulled up to work this story definitely made my day! I’m going in here an I can’t wait to give all my kids the biggest hug I can give… thank you for this I can’t wait to share with the other teachers..Go ABS!!!!!!!

This brought happy tears for sure! My son is 5 years old and is autistic and to see her going above and beyond just to make him comfortable. She is an Angel! I pray she has a wonderful blessed life!

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! Having a son on the spectrum is super hard and a haircut can be so stressful. I loved seeing this. Good job to Jackson for being so brave, the hair dresser and the momma.

That is so amazing and thoughtful! I have a kid with autism and I can't begin to tell you how many times we got dirty looks when he was acting out due to his inability to handle his surroundings. Kids with autism need support, care, kindness, and help! They need those around them to understand their condition, and work with them instead of against them. I applaud this person for taking the time and effort to help this little boy! I had a hair stylist one-time cut my autistic child's hair and he wasn't wanting to sit still and he was crying, and the hairdresser had this look on her face the entire time that she was being burdened and was annoyed by him instead of working with him and caring. She also said something inappropriate. So a BIG thank you to this hair dresser in the video!!!♥️♥️♥️♥️

What a clever way to cut his hair! She made it a fun game for him and showed understanding and compassion.

This barber took the time to accommodate this child in a creative manner so that everyone was comfortable. Hats off to her! God bless this child and his mother ❤️

The barber is Awesome ... Truly special....

Being autistic myself and having a son who is also autistic is quite a challenge. I had people ask me what kind of meds did I have my son on for his autism. People just don’t get it! Bravo Mom! And kudos to the hairstylist who understood what was needed!!! ❤️❤️❤️😃😃😃

As someone that happens to be autistic, my hopes are restored when I see people treating us like human beings. Cause that's the point, we are not even seen as human beings by most people, so something so basic has to be celebrated. I'm happy he found someone that cares enough to make him comfortable and happy while she does her job, avoiding a possible meltdown (which can be very stressful and exhaustive for us).

With a daughter with life long issues on the spectrum, she's 24 now, this makes my heart so full! Beautiful! ❤️

This wonderful barber thinks outside the box, and that’s how she got it done. It’s love for her clients and love for her job we see💘

As someone with high functioning autism, this video is so precious! I've gotten better with loud noises but when I was little I just let my hair grow really long because I couldn't handle it. 😭 Wish I had a barber that cared when I was little! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Such positivity. Momma bear is spot on. I am a parent w a now young adult on spectrum. It’s so difficult and people often says well he doesn’t look like he has Autism. 🙄.

Moments like this really give us parents hope my son is 7 with autism non-verbal and had epilepsy and extreme tantrums our days are long most nights we are up through the night with our autistic child trying to calm them so when you see someone out with there special needs child try to be nice I promise we will never forget your kindnesses

These children are special! The youngest person in the Lincoln Center Orchestra is on the autism spectrum! I have the honor of knowing her and her family. It’s been a long road for her & her family. Now at 16 she’s a paid jazz musician! ❤️❤️❤️

The barber is such a sweet and beautiful person to take the time to adjust her cutting style to that amazing little boy. Every person has something to offer and we just have to learn how to accept each other for who we are and where we are in our journeys. I'm glad the barber accepted the little boy and worked with him to cut his hair. She also made it so much easier on the mom, who is only human and is allowed to get frustrated at times.

When the barber said that we all need to be treated equally , I was crying.Bless her !

This hair dresser is a true hero. She had the Mum's corner when she needed it. She has her black capes, she just needs the title. SUPER HERO!

We need more humans like this. To the barber I say - please continue being the caring person you are and never give up. It gives and inspires hope for a better tomorrow.

I know exactly what you go through. My son is also autistic. He is 31 yrs old now and is just as loving as he was as a boy. He loves music also and he also had earphones to help him also at times. You are a strong woman and so is the barber!! I really appreciated her for how she handled the situation. I absolutely loved this video. Before you even started talking about your son, who is the cutest thing, I already knew what was going on. God knew what he was doing when he gave us our extraordinary kids. Peace.

He draws so well!!! I’m an autism mom also. My son is 4 years old. I had many misconceptions myself about autism until my son was diagnosed last year.

People cannot understand what they do not know. We have to keep educating, keep sharing amazing stories like these, and support Autism Awareness.

The hairdresser is so kind to the little boy and his mom. It meant a lot.

I need a friend like this barber. She’s good people.

I can definitely relate to having a child on the Autism spectrum. They are in a world of their own, and shouldn't be judged because of it💯 They need LOVE the same as anyone else💯👍🏽

This barber is a remarkable human being. Should have her business tripled for sure. Keep rocking it out! Simply amazing! Blessings to all of you!!

You are a special kind of person when you’re able to work with people who have special disabilities. When your patient and able to relate to their issuesissues it’s a blessing. Continue doing what you do and be blessed. 🙏🏾

My son has a mild case of autism, and it’s just like the little boy in the video , some sounds triggers him , also they hear 10 times lauder than the rest of us , I love the creativity… MAY THE LORD BLESS THE BARBER 🥲🙏❤️

What a beautiful barber! Their level of empathy is something we all need to strive for.

The barber is a gifted woman and Jackson is such a gifted handsome boy!

Mum, you're an angel, and little Jackson is a great little lad!! As a dad with a son and granddaughter on the spectrum people who have never encountered this before just don't understand! I never thought my daughter would cope looking after her daughter, but it brings out the strength of the parents to care for their children whatever the situation! Much love to you all!

As someone with autism, THESE are the types of understanding people in the world we need. THESE are the type of accepting people that we need. Most adults wouldn’t even give a regard and would tell the kid to stop crying without giving a second thought on how the kid might feel. This person decided to help him out and distract him from the sensory overload. Also: That kid is a pretty good artist for his age! He could grow up to be something great one day.

my son as well has autism and l remember that several people kinda made fun about my son's delayed speech. Many thought that I spoiled him rotten when he threw a tantrum, when something so simple went wrong and had a melted down. I heard them judge me. my eyes Got watery and on the verge of crying, I told those people about my son's condition. just like a slap they all got quiet. they tried to apologize. I just told them to please treat everybody equally and to pay attention on what they say about other children with autism and stop judging before facts.

As a mum of autistic twins… both of which won’t have their har cut…. You are simply amazing. I wish u lived in the uk ❤️ much love xxx

Wow best barber in the world when she told anyone sits on the chair is a celebrity to her. very cool barber. Like her.

Beautiful. Brought tears in my eyes! My godson is on the spectrum and so proud of him. He went to college, got his license, job, owns his own car and coaching football little league. Anything is possible. God bless Jackson❤️😍

My son has Sensory Processing Disorder. Hair cuts are so difficult with him, but we found someone that is amazing with him. This man is amazing. And I'm glad there are people out there like him to make our beautiful children's lives a little bit easier ❤

As a parent with a child on the spectrum. I truly cannot even begin to express how much this touches my heart. I fight for my daughter to be treated as a human with family and strangers. It hurts deeply when it comes from family, but this video was so amazing! I pray that God bless her business, the mom, and handsome little fella beyond measure. 💕

This just made me cry. I'm an emotional mess right now just hearing this story and remembering facing that same criticism and judgement when my son would have behavioral " melt downs". As a parent of an Autistic child -This barber is amazing! "Anyone who sits in my chair is a celebrity" but you are a HERO.

This hair dresser is genius! Beautiful sweet boy. Wonderful mother. God bless

“We all deserve to be treated equally” Yes, ma’am! Say it louder for the people in the back. 👏🏼 She’s wonderful and truly enjoys her job, I hope other wonderful people come and support her business.

My brother would have those exact meltdowns in the store when he was that age. The crowds would be too loud and everything would overstimulate him, he couldn’t help but have a meltdown. One day a woman walking past us in an aisle said “If he were my son he would get beat.” My mom snapped around and said “I’m glad he’s not your son, then.”

Barbers with great hearts for those with special needs. Thank you and God bless you.

This beautician is an angel genious❤️

People who have a disability often have to go through things in a different way than most in order to get something done, and, unfortunately, a lot of people don’t get that and judge. But this woman here got it! She understood he had different needs and was willing with kindness, affection, and creativity to accommodate him and give him what he needed.

That's a very good drawing for someone his age and the Barber is very talented to be able to give such a decent haircut while trying to distract Jackson from the noise

Wow did y'all see that sharp cut man she is outstanding Lil Jackson probably can't wait to go get his hair cut - I can imagine how good it made the mom's heart feel just knowing someone besides her cares about her baby's well being.

I have 3 siblings who are on the spectrum. They are some of the smartest, sweetest kids I know. And soooo creative. I will always believe autistic kids are really geniuses. Their brain is just too much for this world right now😊😊

He draws and colors well. ☺️

We need more positive news like this. You get so tired and overwhelming about all the negative we see on the news. God bless that sweet boy and the Barber.

absolutely perfect. what a role model she is for us all.

Keep up the good work Mama Bear. Hats off to the hairdresser, may God bless you all.