Date course created: November 2020
This training is based on event speaker Robert Cox’s book, “The Life Recovery Method: Autism Treatment From A Trauma Perspective.” Robert will dive deep dive into autism and its diagnosis and treatment, including case studies from Robert’s own history with the disorder. Assessment, treatment modalities (including play therapy), and methods for improving outcomes will also be covered.
**This is a 4.5-CE noninteractive, self-paced online video course delivered in home study format via an industry-standard online learning platform**
Agenda:
00:00 – 01:00: Overview of Autism and the Brain
01:00 – 02:00: Sensory Aspects and Assessment
02:00 – 03:00: Autism – Insurance, Services and Support
03:00 – 04:00: Attachment and Social Development
04:00 – 04:30: Autism and its Effects on Daily Life
Objectives:
This training will provide participants clinical knowledge and tools to:
a). After completing this training, participants will be able to assess the level of ASD in individuals.
b). After completing this training, participants will be able to assess sensory needs and begin developing a cursory sensory diet.
c). After completing this training, participants will be able to assess areas of Executive Functioning that may be affected.
d). After completing this training, participants will be able to describe how Autism acts as a trauma on the brain and impact this has on individuals.
e). After completing this training, participants will be able to use methods to begin helping individuals to improve brain function.
f). After completing this training, participants will be able to assist individuals in increasing socialization and communication skills.
Target Audience:
Mental Health Clinicians & Therapists, Social Workers, Psychologists, Marriage & Family Therapists, Counselors, School Personnel, Youth Development Workers; Healthcare Workers.
Instructional Level: Intermediate
Instructor(s): Robert Cox, LPC
Material Author(s): Robert Cox, LPC
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