Parent Training

At our autism parent training program, parents learn many transferable skills to use at home with their child with autism. We use a combination of discussion-based techniques and interactive models to teach parents and caregivers the skills they need. Among these skills are:

• Managing inappropriate or dangerous behaviors –  Children and teens with autism often resort to dangerous and inappropriate behaviors to get their needs met. By using function-based interventions you can decrease the likelihood of future problem behavior.

• Developing coping skills – Adolescents with autism often find it difficult to exist in a world that often interrupts preferred routines and overstimulates. Our parent training program teaches practical approaches to help your child cope with the many stressors they face.

• Improving communication skills – People with autism often face difficulties with receptive and expressive communication skills that can be bolstered by consistent support from parents and loved ones.

• Expanding play skills – ASD is often characterized by difficulty in interactions with other people. This can make it tough for some kids to participate in play with others. As a parent, you can encourage healthy play in a variety of ways with the tools you can learn in parent training throughout your child’s stay.

• Increasing independence – Life skills and self-management are difficult for autistic and neurotypical children. At Sensory Serenity Autism Center, we can provide tips and strategies to boost your ability to support their self-reliance.

ASD symptoms can be a challenging barrier to living a fulfilling life. As parents and caregivers, we can help them on their journey by providing them with a variety of ways to approach difficult situations.