This online four-part training program explores traumas such as school bullying, phobias, sexual assault, developmental trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) experienced by individuals with autism or Asperger's syndrome.
The program covers practical cognitive-behavioural strategies that help individuals in this population better understand and manage emotions such as anxiety, anger, symptoms of depression and PTSD. The cognitive-behavioural approach is based on restructuring ideas, perceptions and responses (behaviours) related to emotions and sensations.
Specialized tools will be presented using practical examples and case illustrations.
Psychologists, social workers, educators, special education, psychology, teachers in the field of psychology, social work, and caregivers in the field of autism. Students in these fields are also welcome.
In this program, you will:
You will also gain knowledge of adapted strategies, such as:
Upon successful competion, you will receive a continuing education certificate of participation from the University of New Brunswick.
The online program consists of four 3-hour workshops.
All workshops are offered from 1pm to 4pm (Atlantic) or 12pm to 3pm (Eastern)
Register before Sept. 15, 2023, to take advantage of the early bird rate:
Group discount
Send three or more people from your organization and receive a 10% discount. Please email us for details.
Dr. Isabelle Hénault, MA, PhD, sexologist and psychologist, is the Director of the Autism & Asperger’s Clinic of Montréal.
Dr. Hénault’s practice and studies have focused on providing diagnosis, education and support to children, adolescents, adults, and couples with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome. She developed a relationship and sex education program, works with individuals and groups to increase their understanding of sexuality, and conducts relationship counselling. She collaborates on numerous international research initiatives involving socio-sexual education and interpersonal relationships. Her experience includes working at Tony Attwood’s clinic in Australia.
Dr. Hénault is the author of Asperger’s Syndrome and Sexuality: From Adolescence through Adulthood (2005) and co-author of The Autism Spectrum, Sexuality and the Law (Attwood, Hénault & Dubin) (2014) published by Jessica Kingsley Publisher, London.
She also co-authored Female Profile of Asperger Syndrome (Hénault & Martin), Chenelière Education and the Guide for Students with Isabelle Queyroi in 2020.
