Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders
Hours: 1.00
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2020) estimates that 1 in 54 children will be diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in their lifetime. It is important for occupational therapy professionals to be knowledgeable of treatment approaches that have demonstrated effectiveness in children with ASD. One such practice is the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Recent studies demonstrate that many children with ASD can benefit from this approach, which can be readily incorporated with other OT approaches. One such practice is the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). This module outlines the basic principles of CBT, how to apply these techniques for children with ASD, and current evidence supporting its use.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2020) estimates that 1 in 54 children will be diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in their lifetime. It is important for occupational therapy professionals to be knowledgeable of treatment approaches that have demonstrated effectiveness in children with ASD. One such practice is the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Recent studies demonstrate that many children with ASD can benefit from this approach, which can be readily incorporated with other OT approaches. One such practice is the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). This module outlines the basic principles of CBT, how to apply these techniques for children with ASD, and current evidence supporting its use.
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
This course has been approved by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy for 1.00 contact hours, approval number 20-793166.
Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy
Alabama State Board Of Occupational Therapy (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Occupational Therapists will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Arizona Board Of Occupational Therapy Examiners (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Occupational Therapists will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy
Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Occupational Therapists will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
South Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy
South Carolina Board Of Occupational Therapy (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Occupational Therapists will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Louisiana State Board Medical Examiners- Occupational Therapy
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners - Occupational Therapy (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Occupational Therapists will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Mississippi State Department of Health- Occupational Therapy
Mississippi State Department of Health- Occupational Therapy (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Occupational Therapists will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy
Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Occupational Therapists will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
American Occupational Therapy Association
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Relias LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# APP#0000000778. This Distance Learning-Independent is offered at 0.1000 CEUs, Intermediate, Occupational Therapy Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
Recall the basic principles of cognitive behavioral therapy.
Recognize the current evidence for CBT as it pertains to children with ASD.
Identify CBT techniques to improve functional outcomes for children with ASD.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Who Can Perform Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
Autism Spectrum Disorder
History of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Practical Guidelines for the Use of CBT
Section 2: Benefits of CBT
Is CBT a Good Fit?
Modifications to CBT
Anxiety and CBT
Theory of Mind
Executive Functioning
Section 3: CBT and Occupational Therapy
Evidence to Support CBT for Children With ASD
Current Use of CBT in Occupational Therapy
Therapy Interventions
Sensory Processing
Using Parents, Teachers, and Teacher’s Assistants to Support Treatment
Case Study
Section 4: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Instructor: Keira Duffy, MS, OTR/L
Keira Duffy attended Alvernia University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy. Keira has experience in skilled nursing facilities, independent living facilities, long term care, home health, and pediatric outpatient. She also has extensive training and experience in Dementia Management, Continence Management, Sensory Integration, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Seating and Positioning, and Low Vision. Currently Keira is part owner and Director of Rehabilitation for 33 Health providing therapy to seniors in their home and communities.
Disclosure: Keira Duffy, MS, OTR/L has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
The target audience for this course is: Intermediate level Occupational Therapists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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