Autism and Mental Health: Strategies for Clinicians (Live)
Saturday, February 22, 2025 - 4-6pm (EST)
The SWEET Institute is proud to present a two-hour seminar tailored specifically for clinicians to deepen their understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and its intersection with mental health. This engaging and practical session will provide advanced insights, evidence-based strategies, and tools to enhance your ability to support individuals with autism who are experiencing mental health challenges.
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Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Time: 4-6 pm (EST)
CEUs: 2
Location: Online via Zoom
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition, and many individuals with autism face co-occurring mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. These challenges require a nuanced, person-centered approach to care.
This seminar will empower clinicians better to understand the unique experiences of individuals with autism and provide actionable strategies to improve outcomes and foster resilience.
Key Learning Objectives
- Enhance Clinical Knowledge: Understand the intersection of autism and mental health, including the prevalence of co-occurring conditions.
- Evidence-Based Interventions: Learn adapted approaches for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and social skills training tailored for individuals with autism.
- Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices: Discover strategies to create inclusive and supportive therapeutic environments that celebrate neurodivergence.
- Tools for Clinical Practice: Gain access to practical resources such as emotion charts, sensory tools, and individualized care strategies.
- Support for Families: Explore methods to involve and empower families in addressing mental health needs and building resilience.
Who Should Attend?
This seminar is designed for psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, social workers, and other mental health professionals who work with individuals with autism and their families.
Why Attend?
- Gain actionable insights to improve your clinical practice.
- Engage in interactive discussions and case studies.
- Collaborate with peers to explore innovative solutions.
- Receive tools and resources to immediately apply in your work
Join us for this impactful seminar and expand your ability to provide compassionate, effective mental health support for individuals with autism. Together, let’s build a community of clinicians dedicated to fostering understanding, inclusion, and well-being for all.
SWEET Institute: “Transforming Mental Health, One Clinician at a Time.”
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Who is this for?
This course is for any clinician invested in learning new or honing existing skills to be able to use in dynamic ways to support their patients and clients and to end suffering.
KEY INFORMATION:
This course is eligible for 2 CEU for Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Psychologists in New York State
For more information about CEU approval, please click here.
Format: Live Online Seminar
Date and Time: Saturday, February 22 - 4-6pm (EST)
"I would recommend this webinar because it addresses the needs of people with trauma and how it impacts their lives. Great class with so much information." - Kettrles, LCSW
"I would recommend this seminar because this course is the key to achieving mental wellness." - Devorah, LCSW-R
"The facilitator gave good explanations for all the skills he taught. I'm so happy to have found SWEET." - Wiggins, LMSW
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Your Facilitator and Co-Facilitator
Mardoche Sidor, MD, is a Harvard-trained Quadruple Board Certified Psychiatrist, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University, School of Physicians and Surgeons, trained in and taught all major psychotherapeutic modalities, including and not limited to CBT, DBT, Family Systems, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. He is also the author of 11 books including Journey to Empowerment, Discovering Your Worth, The Power of Faith. and, The Art of Living. Dr. Sidor has worked both as a primary care physician and Medical Director in three different settings, including a Chief Medical Officer of the Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services (CASES). He is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute. His 11th book, entitled, NLP for Clinicians is now available to the public.
Karen Dubin, PhD, LCSW, is a Columbia-trained Social Worker with wide clinical, teaching, and supervision experience. She also has a background in management, mentorship, and leadership that spans more than 20 years. Her added passion is in advocacy and coaching. She has previously held Executive level positions, and two other directorships in different organizations. She is currently Adjunct Faculty at Columbia University School of Social Work and Adelphi University School of Social Work. She also maintains a private practice, provides supervision, and clinical and management training. She is also a personal and executive-level coach. She is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute.