Autism Therapy
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave.
Although autism can be diagnosed at any age, it is described as a “developmental disorder” because symptoms generally appear in the first 2 years of life.
How Can I Help...
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I offer a range of approaches for autism therapy & ASD support that can help both children and adults with this presentation:
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Initial Screening for Autism, if deemed appropriate, referred to a private autism assessor.
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Post-diagnostic Intervention Therapy – learning about your neurodiverse diagnosis and learning helpful coping strategies.
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Neurodiversity Coaching.
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Parenting support and training sessions.
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – Talking therapy which can be adapted for Neurodiverse individuals.
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Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) can be utilised to work on distress tolerance and emotional regulation.
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Animal therapy.
What are the symptoms of Autism...
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Persistent deficits in social communication and interaction, including difficulties in social-emotional reciprocity, nonverbal communication, and developing and maintaining relationships.
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At least two of four types of restricted, repetitive behaviours, such as stereotyped movements, insistence on sameness, restricted interests, and sensory sensitivities.
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Symptoms must be present since childhood.
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What is Autism for Children
What is Autism for Adults
Book Recommendations
Autism in Adults (Overcoming Common Problems) Paperback
- 15 April 2021by Luke Beardon (Author)
​A Parent's Guide to High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition: How to Meet the Challenges and Help Your Child Thrive Paperback
- 5 Jan. 2015 by Sally Ozonoff (Author), Geraldine Dawson (Author), James C. McPartland (Author)