ECHO Autism: Addressing Anxiety in Clinical Practice
Mental health providers
The Waisman Center has received funding from the Autism Care Network of Autism Speaks to launch a pilot a 5-session ECHO series on the intersection of anxiety and autism. The aim of this series is to increase the ability of behavioral health providers to treat anxiety for children ages 5-18 years old with autism spectrum disorders (ASD)
- What does anxiety and autism look like in school-age children and youth?
- Adaptations of evidence-based anxiety interventions (such as cognitive behavioral therapy) for autism
- Adaptations of autism therapies (such as visual supports) to address anxiety
- The benefits and limitations of medications/medication myths
- Guidance on finding services and providing resources for patients
- Free CME for mental health professionals
- Collaboration, support, and ongoing learning with autism experts
- Improved care for patients with autism in the community
- Join an online video conference biweekly with our team of experts including a psychologist, social worker, licensed marriage & family therapist/board certified behavior analyst, and parent representative
- Watch brief, high-yield didactic presentations by autism experts
- Discuss case presentations by participating community providers
Pilot sessions concluded in January 2023. No upcoming sessions scheduled at this point.
Registration closed.