Support during Challenging Behaviors in Autism Care:
Trauma-Informed Strategies for ASD Clinicians and Schools
Trauma-Informed Strategies for ASD Clinicians and Schools
2 CE's - BACB, APA; NBCC; ANCC (NEW for Nurses); PA SW/LPC/MFT; ACT 48 & PQAS
Learn key techniques and build confidence to respond to challenging behaviors in a supportive and trauma-informed manner.
Practice Empathy: Look at what is contributing to challenging behaviors through the child's lens. Learn to recognize signals and de-escalate early to avoid a crisis.
Engage in Self-Reflection: Evaluate how personal responses reinforce positive or negative behaviors - even inadvertently.
Practice a Relationship-Based Approach: Learn responses that utilize trauma-informed care principles and strategies when addressing challenging behavior.
Prioritize Self-Care: Recognize the emotional and physical toll of responding to daily challenges. Know one's limits and value the importance of self-care.
Value Teamwork: Enhance communication and collaboration among staff to create a consistent and unified approach to behavior management.
Intended for Autism Spectrum Disorder and Behavioral Health Providers, School-Based Clinicians, Graduate Students and others who support the well-being of children and youth with ASD.