Social Skills Groups
We will work on social skills, making and keeping friendships and the various social issues todays preteens and teens face out in their world. Special emphasis is placed on helping kids gain empathy and insight into relationships.
Hosted by Jorden Brent Weiss
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westerville, OH 43081
We will work on social skills, making and keeping friendships and the various social issues todays preteens and teens face out in their world. Special emphasis is placed on helping kids gain empathy and insight into relationships.
Achieve Psychological and Academic Services, LLC
We believe that mental health is an important component of academic, work, and life success. That's why we offer a wide range of services to promote mental wellness and support individuals and families through tough times. Our clinicians bring a ...
We believe that mental health is an important component of academic, work, and life success. That's why we offer a wide range of services to promote mental wellness and support individuals and families through tough times. Our clinicians bring a ...
Neurodivergent and Queer Social Group
This group is for young adults age 18 - 29 who identify as LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent. This group provides space for both social connection and support. It's a space in which people can express themselves without judgment and celebrate diversity. ...
This group is for young adults age 18 - 29 who identify as LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent. This group provides space for both social connection and support. It's a space in which people can express themselves without judgment and celebrate diversity. ...
EF Empower! ADHD/EF skill building group
We are excited to introduce our new summer skill group to help build + strength your child's executive functioning skills! We will be enrolling and scheduling intake appointments starting 4/22/2024 and limited spots are available! This will be perfect if ...
We are excited to introduce our new summer skill group to help build + strength your child's executive functioning skills! We will be enrolling and scheduling intake appointments starting 4/22/2024 and limited spots are available! This will be perfect if ...
Adult Autism Support Group
This is a neurodivergent affirming group for autistic adults, led by Dr Adriana Faur, PhD. This evidence-based group will focus on friendship, support, assertive communication, managing everyday stress, handling conflict and rejection, navigating complex social situations (building relationships with friends, ...
Hosted by Integrative Psychological Health
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Olmsted, OH 44070
This is a neurodivergent affirming group for autistic adults, led by Dr Adriana Faur, PhD. This evidence-based group will focus on friendship, support, assertive communication, managing everyday stress, handling conflict and rejection, navigating complex social situations (building relationships with friends, ...
Tae Kwon Do Fusion
Classes are set for ages 3 through Adult and include individuals with Autism, ADHD, LD, anxiety/depression, etc. The group blends martial arts with activities to develop emotional and physical self- regulation, social skills and confidence. The emphasis is on controlling ...
Classes are set for ages 3 through Adult and include individuals with Autism, ADHD, LD, anxiety/depression, etc. The group blends martial arts with activities to develop emotional and physical self- regulation, social skills and confidence. The emphasis is on controlling ...
Neurologic Music Therapy
Various types of music therapy groups & individual sessions are offered, including those tailored for office group cohesion, grief processing, gross and fine motor skill development, and emotion identification and processing. Facilitated by Neurologic Music Therapist, Madelyn Hasebein, NMT.
Hosted by Willow Arts & Wellness Center
Counselor, LPCC , NCC, LISW, NMT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westlake, OH 44145
Various types of music therapy groups & individual sessions are offered, including those tailored for office group cohesion, grief processing, gross and fine motor skill development, and emotion identification and processing. Facilitated by Neurologic Music Therapist, Madelyn Hasebein, NMT.
Insights into Mindful Parenting Classes
A program to help parents "put their oxygen mask" so they may then be better able to understand, accept and relate to their children/teens, and support their growth. Parents learn the basics of Mindfulness and Meditation, including yogic breathing, awareness ...
A program to help parents "put their oxygen mask" so they may then be better able to understand, accept and relate to their children/teens, and support their growth. Parents learn the basics of Mindfulness and Meditation, including yogic breathing, awareness ...
Service Dog Support Group/Consultation
TTC is starting a group to educate on laws and policies, and consulting with other parties (attorneys, businesses, medical facility administrators, policymakers, et al.) As a service dog handler it can be a lonely journey. We want to provide you ...
Hosted by Trauma Therapy Company
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Youngstown, OH 44512
TTC is starting a group to educate on laws and policies, and consulting with other parties (attorneys, businesses, medical facility administrators, policymakers, et al.) As a service dog handler it can be a lonely journey. We want to provide you ...
NeuroDivergent ASD Men's Support Group
Men's, High-Functioning ASD (autism spectrum disorder) Group. Open meetings. Topics vary weekly. Beginning 5/6/23
Hosted by Jerome Cash
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cleveland, OH 44113
Men's, High-Functioning ASD (autism spectrum disorder) Group. Open meetings. Topics vary weekly. Beginning 5/6/23
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Autism Support Groups
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.