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Master Social Success with Autistic Children and Adolescents: A Client-Centered Guide to Manage Challenging Behaviors and Effective Social Skills Training
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Unlock the secrets to managing challenging behaviors in autistic individuals with expert guidance from Jed Baker, PhD, renowned for his expertise in social skills training. Break free from endless cycles of discipline and discover effective strategies to deescalate meltdowns, identify triggers, and implement prevention plans that work!
In this engaging training, Dr. Baker delves into the reasons behind behavioral outbursts, offering practical insights on motivating individuals to learn, targeting relevant skills, and measuring progress. Learn how to tailor social skills training based on language functioning, set up systems for skill generalization, and foster acceptance and tolerance from peers.
This dynamic presentation combines lectures, participant exercises, and video clips to provide a comprehensive understanding of managing behavioral and social challenges in autistic individuals. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and make a meaningful impact on your clients' lives
Jed Baker, PhD
Jed Baker, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and the director of the Social Skills Training Project, an organization serving individuals with autism and social communication problems. He graduated from Binghamton University as a Phi Beta Kappa Honors member and then received the Presidential Fellowship from Albany University, where he completed his doctorate.
Dr. Baker writes, lectures, and teaches internationally on social skills training and managing challenging behaviors. He is an award winning author of 10 books, including Social Skills Training for Children and Adolescents with Autism and Social Communication Differences, 20th Anniversary Edition; Preparing for Life: The Complete Handbook for the Transition to Adulthood for Those with Autism and Aspergers Syndrome; The Social Skills Picture Book; The Social Skills Picture Book for High School and Beyond; No More Meltdowns: Positive Strategies for Managing and Preventing Out-of-Control Behavior; No More Victims: Protecting Those with Autism from Cyber Bullying, Internet Predators & Scams; Overcoming Anxiety in Children and Teens; and School Shadow Guidelines. His work has also been featured on ABC World News, Nightline, the CBS Early Show, and the Discovery Health Channel.
Dr. Baker writes, lectures, and teaches internationally on social skills training and managing challenging behaviors. He is an award winning author of 10 books, including Social Skills Training for Children and Adolescents with Autism and Social Communication Differences, 20th Anniversary Edition; Preparing for Life: The Complete Handbook for the Transition to Adulthood for Those with Autism and Aspergers Syndrome; The Social Skills Picture Book; The Social Skills Picture Book for High School and Beyond; No More Meltdowns: Positive Strategies for Managing and Preventing Out-of-Control Behavior; No More Victims: Protecting Those with Autism from Cyber Bullying, Internet Predators & Scams; Overcoming Anxiety in Children and Teens; and School Shadow Guidelines. His work has also been featured on ABC World News, Nightline, the CBS Early Show, and the Discovery Health Channel.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Jed Baker is a director of a social skill training project in private practice and has an employment relationship with Rutgers University. He receives royalties as a published author. Dr. Baker receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Jed Baker has no relevant non-financial relationships.
