Description
This workshop focuses on children aged 4-12 years and includes current research of anxiety in autism. Fiona draws on her extensive clinical experience to help participants understand:This event will cover:
- Why anxiety is so common
- How to assess for anxiety
- Why, and how, to provide psychoeducation
- Practical strategies for therapy
- Helpful ideas for parents
- Morning tea will be provided
Eligibility criteria
occupational therapists, paediatricians, psychiatrists and registrars, working with children and young people with autism.
*This workshop is planned to be in person with preferential bookings for Victorians. If due to COVID-19 the workshop is unable to be conducted in person, participants will be given the option of a refund or participating in this workshop as a live webinar.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Participants are requested to conduct a RAT test on the day of attendance.
Categories:
Capability 9 - Delivering holistic and collaborative assessment and care planning,
Working with infants, children, and younger persons
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Medical,
Nursing,
Other
Levels:
Introductory
Lifespans:
Child,
Adolescent
09:00 to 12:30 Add to calendar
Travancore
Subsidised rate of $55 is available to Victorian CYMHS/CAMHS, Orygen, Headspace, ACCHO/ACCHS and Take Two clinicians
