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The Executive Brain: Support Strategies For Autism Spectrum Disorder And ADHD
Presented by Cara Koscinski, OTD, MOT, OTR/L, CAS
Live WebinarThu, May 28, 2026 at 3:00 pm EDT
Course: #7056Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This two-hour virtual course examines executive function through an interoception-informed, state-based lens, emphasizing that access to executive skills depends on nervous system readiness rather than motivation or compliance. Participants will explore how neurological up- and down-regulation influence executive access and how movement serves as a primary pathway for organizing state, supporting attention, and preparing the brain for cognitive demand. Using The Executive Function Express framework and its Move the Train to Build the Brain strategies, the course demonstrates how purposeful, developmentally appropriate movement can stabilize the “tracks” needed for planning, initiation, flexibility, and follow-through. A strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach is emphasized throughout, guiding participants to shift from behavior-focused interpretations to interventions that build capacity, access, and self-trust.

Neuro-Affirming Approaches: Best Practices In Supporting Autistic Clients Who Have Experienced Trauma
Presented by Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, LMSW
Live WebinarTue, Jun 16, 2026 at 12:00 pm EDT
Course: #7109Level: Introductory1 Hour
Individuals with autism have an increased tendency to experience trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder compared with the general population. For those with autism, experiences with trauma may be different, and processing and treating trauma may also require an added layer of specialized support. This webinar discusses trauma experiences, as well as trauma expressions and responses among individuals with autism.

When Autism And Other Mental Disorders Converge: Recognizing And Responding
Presented by Debora Davidson, PhD, OTR/L
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Course: #6725Level: Intermediate2 Hours
People who have autism spectrum disorder can also have co-occurring mental disorders that cause functional difficulties and distress when left unaddressed. Healthcare providers are positioned to screen and refer clients who could benefit from targeted mental health care.

Let’s Not Overlook Mood Disorders In Our Youth Population
Presented by Tere Bowen-Irish, OTR/L
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Course: #6650Level: Intermediate1 Hour
The diagnoses of mood disorders, especially bipolar disorder, can be overlooked. Many students end up with the diagnosis of Oppositional Defiant Disorder attached to a comorbid diagnosis such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and Depression. Let’s take the time to sort this out. Knowing the difference can mean so much to the student, their treatment, and your interventions.

Understanding Girls And Women With Autism In A World Where They Are Often Overlooked And Misdiagnosed
Presented by Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, LMSW
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Course: #6450Level: Intermediate1 Hour
While the manifestation and exhibited characteristics associated with autism spectrum disorder in females often appear different than for males, females with autism are often misdiagnosed and overlooked altogether-- requiring them to navigate a world predicated on social interaction without a proper diagnosis and relevant services. This training will discuss how autism manifests for females and clinical considerations for practitioners.

Using Video Modeling To Increase Participation And Independence In Children With Autism
Presented by Jeryl D. Benson, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA
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Course: #6168Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Incorporating video modeling as an intervention in pediatric practice will be discussed in this course. Types of video modeling, evidence, and benefits will be presented. Emphasis will be on how to create videos and implement them into therapy sessions and client’s daily life. Participants will use a case study to apply course content.

Joint Attention Based Interventions For Preschoolers With ASD
Presented by Aditi Mehra, DHSc, OTR/L
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Course: #6133Level: Introductory1 Hour
The critical role of joint attention in the development of preschoolers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) will be addressed in this course. Joint attention, the ability to share attention and engage with others in a meaningful way, is a foundational skill for social and communication development. For children with ASD, deficits in joint attention can limit progress in areas of play, learning, fine motor development, and participation overall. This course equips clinicians with easy-to-implement, take-home, evidence-based intervention strategies to enhance joint attention skills in preschoolers with autism, providing a holistic purview to improve clinical outcomes.

AquOTic! A Therapeutic Aquatic Intervention For Kids On The Autism Spectrum Podcast
Presented by Erika Kemp, OTD, OTR/L, BCP, Dennis Cleary, MS, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA
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Course: #6166Level: Introductory1 Hour
Kids on the autism spectrum are particularly vulnerable to drowning incidents. Occupational Therapy practitioners have a unique skill set to help autistic kids and their families learn to swim and be safe around the water. This is part of the Continued Learning Podcast series.

Safe And Sound: Training Occupational Therapists To Enhance Autism Safety And Support
Presented by Tara Warwick, OTD, MS, OTR/L
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Course: #6027Level: Introductory1 Hour
The necessary skills and knowledge for occupational therapists to create a safe environment for individuals with autism in various settings will be reviewed in this comprehensive course. Through interactive sessions and practical strategies, therapists will learn effective techniques to address safety concerns, implement preventive measures, and provide crucial support to ensure the well-being of individuals with autism.

Reframing Autism From A Neurodiversity-Affirming Perspective Podcast
Presented by Katherine McGinley, OTDS, Dennis Cleary, MS, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA
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Course: #5896Level: Intermediate1 Hour
The autistic community wants healthcare professionals to switch to neurodiversity-affirming practices. What would neurodiversity-affirming practices look like, and how can occupational therapy practitioners make this change? This is part of the Continued Learning Podcast series.

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