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Adults diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome/Autism Spectrum Disorder, once they begin on a path to explore how to operate more successfully in this quite noisy, socially competitive world, may be advised to consult clinicians about overly sensitive hearing, difficulty regulating attention, and numerous co-morbid issues, including anxiety, depression, limited goal-setting skills and poor ability to understand social cues. This course will examine a variety of approaches to reducing specific challenges. To provide effective services, clinicians may need to explore therapies not only developed by colleagues from their own profession but also from related professions and may need to work in a multidisciplinary fashion in behalf of the client.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
PhD, CCC-SLP, CCC-A
Judith Belk has credentials in Speech- Language Pathology, Audiology, Developmental Psychology, Special Education, Counseling and EEG (Neurofeedback) and Biofeedback. Her work settings have included universities, hospitals, clinics, private practice and schools. She works with individuals, families, parent groups, school districts and community agencies.
ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures.
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| 10 min: Introduction: The clients and their presenting issues. Clients diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome/Autism Spectrum Disorder who seek help with auditory processing and attention |
| 30 min: Assessing auditory processing and attention skills |
| 65 min: Selecting and designing therapies for this population |
| 30 min: Introduction to the WINS model |
| 30 min: Introduction to MRT cognitive behavioral therapy program and its use with our clients |
| 15 min: Closing summary |
| Financial | Judith Belk received compensation for this presentation from SpeechTherapyPD.com. |
| Nonfinancial | No relevant non-financial relationships exist. |
PhD, CCC-SLP, CCC-A