The National Autism Association reports autism is the fastest growing developmental diagnosis in the United States, effecting one in 68 children. This increase over the past several years indicates many clinicians will provide services to individuals on the autism spectrum as well as their loved ones, including mothers, fathers, siblings, and relationship partners. For mental health professionals to provide the best care for this growing population, clinicians need to have an accurate understanding of the autism spectrum.
In this two-hour continuing education web conference, Janeen Herskovitz, LMHC will share her experiences as a therapist, autism strategist, and mother of a 19-year-old son on the autism spectrum. Janeen will outline details of her multifaceted approach for clinicians who want to provide quality care from an autism-informed perspective. Attendees will develop a better understanding of the impact of autism on individuals and families, as well as other interpersonal relationships.
Janeen will address how the needs of an autism family can differ from those of a typical family. She will also identify specific issues to screen for and how a trauma-informed model of care is necessary when working with individuals on the autism spectrum. Attendees will learn how managing anxiety through sensory integration is an ongoing process, and presuming competence in people on the spectrum is crucial to providing effective clinical care.
This intermediate level web conference is designed to help clinicians:
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At the conclusion of this event, participants will receive an email with information about how to request a CE certificate in the GoodTherapy.org Member's Area. To confirm attendance, participants must enter the start and end codes announced at the beginning and end of the live presentation. Participants will also be prompted to complete an online survey evaluating the event. Participants will need to complete this online survey within six days after the event. Once completed, participants will be able to download a copy of their CE certificate instantly.
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Two CE contact hours will be provided by GoodTherapy.org for attending this web conference in its entirety.
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This was an excellent and enjoyable program. It was very informative of real-life challenges these families face and provided applicable approaches and therapeutic interventions. - Stephanie Grein
Janeen Herskovitz, LMHC is a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Florida. She is the owner of Puzzle Peace Counseling, LLC, which specializes in helping autism families. Janeen earned her Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from Rowan University in New Jersey and her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University.
In addition to being an autism strategist, Janeen is also trained as an EMDR Trauma Therapist. She is a Topic Expert contributor on Autism Spectrum at GoodTherapy.org and her weekly podcast, Autism Blueprint, covers a variety of topics surrounding autism in the home.
Janeen has been married to her husband, Joe, since 1995, and together, they have two teenage children. Her son, Benjamin, was diagnosed with autism in 2001 and is the inspiration for her work. For more information about Janeen and her work, please visit www.puzzlepeacecounseling.com.