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Advanced Clinician Seminar Series

Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders

Advanced Clinician Seminar Series 1 - Advanced Clinician Seminar Series: Specialized Care for Complex Cases in Neurodivergent Youth with Anxiety or OCD

Friday, November 15, 2024

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST

Location: Grand Ballroom G/H, Level 5, Downtown Marriott

Earn 1.5 Credit

Keywords: Child, Case conceptualization/formulation, Clinical decision making
Level of Familiarity: Advanced
Recommended Readings: Keefer, A., Vasa, R.A. DINOSAUR: an integrated cognitive-behavioral treatment for anxiety in young children with ASD. J Neurodevelop Disord 13, 46 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1186/s11689-021-09396-9, Maric, M., van Steensel, F. J., & Bögels, S. M. (2018). Parental involvement in CBT for anxiety-disordered youth revisited: family CBT outperforms child CBT in the long term for children with comorbid ADHD symptoms. Journal of Attention Disorders, 22(5), 506-514., Walters, S., Loades, M. & Russell, A. A Systematic Review of Effective Modifications to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Young People with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Rev J Autism Dev Disord 3, 137–153 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40489-016-0072-2, ,

Moderator(s)

Joanna A. Robin, Ph.D.

Director and Founder
Westchester Anxiety Treatment Psychological Services, PC
White Plains, New York, United States

Presenter(s)

Rebecca Sachs, ABPP, Ph.D.

Founder & Clinical Psychologist
Private Practice
Brooklyn, New York, United States

The Advanced Clinician Seminar Series is a new clinical format designed specifically for advanced clinicians seeking content and consultation commensurate with their level of expertise. In 2024, the program offers three of these free seminars featuring an expert clinician and moderator who will offer consultation, case conceptualization, and treatment planning on your most complex cases. Attendees will be expected to self-identify as advanced clinicians, bring structured case presentations for possible discussion, and fully participate in a seminar-style discussion.
This particular seminar is hosted by Dr. Rebecca Sachs, an expert in recommended care for Anxiety and OCD, and working with autistic clients. Dr. Sachs will lead discussions and provide insights into ways to conceputalize and tailor treatment plans, as well as how to apply and modify CBT to work with nuerodivergent (ND) youth. Emphasis will be placed on understanding differential diagnosis, functional analysis, collaboration with caregivers and schools, and using advanced clinical techniques and approaches to treat Anxiety/OCD in neurodivergent youth, offering attendees a unique opportunity for professional growth and development. Participants can expect a dynamic and interactive learning experience, with ample opportunities for networking and collaboration with fellow advanced clinicians.

Outline:
1. Introduction to Advanced Clinician Seminar Series
a. Overview of the seminar series objectives and structure
b. Importance of advanced clinical skills for effective practice
2. Introduction of Moderator and Expert Clinician
3. Case Presentations and Analysis
a. Guidelines for structured case presentations
b. Discussion on complex cases brought by attendees
4. Advanced Treatment Planning
a. Identifying core challenges and information processing differences in neurodivergent youth, and differentating these characteristics from anxiety/OCD-related behaviors when there is diagnostic overlap
b. Understanding the importance of listening to and validating lived experiences of neurodivergent youth when treating co-occuring anxiety/OCD
c. Integrating evidence-based practices into treatment plans
d. Tailoring interventions to individual client needs and preferences
5. Specialized Techniques and Approaches
a. Deep dive into specific therapeutic modalities (e.g., Functional Analysis, Exposure Therapy, Problem Solving and ND Specific Skills Building) for advanced clinicians
b. Experiential exercises (e.g., role-play, modeling) to practice new techniques
6. Conclusion and Next Steps
a. Summary of key takeaways from the seminar series
b. Resources for further learning and development

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this session, the learner will be able to:

Develop advanced skills in case conceptualization by applying theoretical frameworks and integrating characteristics and processing differences of neurodivergent youth to complex clinical cases.
Enhance treatment planning abilities by incorporating evidence-based practices that are both neuro-affirming and that utilize a behavior analytic perspective in order to meet individual client needs.
Strengthen clinical decision-making processes through active participation in case discussions and feedback from peers and experts.
Long-term Goal: Develop a comprehensive and specialized skill set that enables the effective assessment, treatment, and management of complex clinical cases across diverse populations, including neurodivergent clients, leading to enhanced client outcomes.
Long-term Goal: Foster a professional network of experienced clinicians, researchers, and thought leaders in the field, facilitating ongoing collaboration, learning, and professional development opportunities beyond the seminar series.