The revised and expanded 2nd edition of the child and teen ASD workbooks! Children and teens often have a challenging time understanding their autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. This workbook is designed to help professionals and parents explain autism to children and teens. Each worksheet covers a different topic related to gaining awareness about autism and helping children and teens better understand what it means to have an autism spectrum disorder. Through each worksheet, children and teens have the opportunity to express their thoughts and feelings and ask questions. The workbook also provides a guide for professionals and parents offering instructions, information, and suggestions for implementing and processing through each worksheet page. Professionals and parents will find Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder a valuable tool in working with children and teens with autism. Children and teens will enjoy the engaging worksheets as they discover and process through their complex diagnosis.
About the Author: Dr. Grant is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, and Certified Autism Specialist. Dr. Grant completed his education from Missouri State University receiving a B.S. in Psychology and M.S. in Counseling. Dr. Grant further received his doctorate degree in Education from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Dr. Grant is a member of the American Counseling Association, Association for Play Therapy, Missouri Association for Play Therapy, and the American Mental Health Counselors Association. Dr. Grant specializes in play therapy techniques with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Dr. Grant also specializes in working with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, and Developmental Disabilities and is the creator of AutPlay(R) Therapy, an Autism treatment using Play Therapy, behavioral therapy, and relationship development approaches. Dr Grant is also trained in an offers EMDR therapy, a specialized training focused on helping clients dealing with PTSD and trauma related issues. Dr. Grant has authored several publications and has written four books on the subjects of play therapy, Autism, and ADHD including the bestselling AutPlay Therapy handbook. Dr. Grant conducts various presentations and workshops on topics such as play therapy and Autism. Dr. Grant has conducted trainings and workshops throughout the United States and has presented at various area and national conferences including the American Counseling Association, the American Mental Health Counselors Association, and the Association for Play Therapy.