Description
Good therapists working with young children on the autism spectrum can take on many roles at once: clinician, educator, interpreter, and advocate. They know how to break social and emotional skills into pragmatic pieces, contrive situations to facilitate connection and resilience, and become experts in the essentials of effective communication.
Sandra Van Nest – The Wisdom of Autism
But entering into a child with autism’s world and connecting isn’t always easy. In this recording, we’ll explore the skills and perspectives that can lead to breakthroughs with children on and off the spectrum.
Handouts
Manual – The Wisdom of Autism (524 KB) 20 Pages Available after Purchase
Outline
Communication with Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Pieces of Communication
Communication with Toddlers
Diagnostic Criteria for ASD
Diagnostic Criteria
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
Verbal Behavioral Therapy Techniques
Attachment in Early Childhood
Functional Behavior Assessments
Symptoms & Diagnosis in Clinical Practice
Social Constructionist Theory
Video 1: Potty Training
Video 2: Potty Training
Sensory Processing Perspective
Sensory Processing Theory
Psychotherapist as Container for Tension
Critical Disabilities Theory
Co-Morbid Diagnoses
Treatment as Geared Towards Social Appropriateness
What “Should Be†vs. “What Isâ€Â
Videos
Questions & Discussion
