The Positive Developmental Model: a Developmental Relationship Based Intervention (DRBI) Approach to Autism Care
The presentation focuses on how understanding and applying developmental principles, alongside fostering strong relationships, can enhance communication with children, particularly those who use AAC. A Developmental Relationship Based Intervention Model will be described and illustrated through a case study. Participants will see how using a flexible, child-centered approach that combines developmental awareness, relational warmth, and multi-modal communication techniques can significantly support a child’s communication growth. Learn from 3 SLPs who work together in an interdisciplinary clinic alongside mental health professionals and occupational therapists as they reflect together. Along with sharing updated research findings regarding developmental work, they will take participants through the case study of young, minimally speaking, super fun and bright autistic child. Enjoy watching this joyful journey which has positively impacted this child, his family, and his clinicians.
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What You'll Learn
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
LEARNING LEVEL
PRESENTED BY
Liesl Hartmann, SLP
Liesl Hartmann is an SLP and Clinical Leader with 25 years of experience supporting autistic children, their families, and their clinical providers. She is the Regional Clinical Director for Positive Development of Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia; and she is one of less than two hundred Board Certified Language Specialists in the nation. Liesl has trained in DIR/Floortime techniques for over 20 years and is an Assistant Faculty Member with the Profectum organization. She presents training to professionals, schools, and parent groups nationally and internationally, and is excited to be a part of the growing Positive Development team - a company committed to bringing high quality developmental services to all
Amanda Posegay , SLP
Amanda Posegay received a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Saint Louis University in 2020. She then earned a Master of Science degree at Elmhurst University in 2022. She holds a Professional License a a Speech-Language Pathologist and certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. She holds licenses in DC, Illinois, Maryland, and Virginia and is currently practicing at Positive Development in Bethesda, Maryland.
Diana Douglas , SLP
Diane Douglas graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Disorders and Speech Sciences from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1995 and a Master's Degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences in 1997 from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She completed her clinical fellowship year at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. She holds a Professional License as a Speech-Language Pathologist and a certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA). She is currently practicing at Positive Development in Bethesda, Maryland.
THE SCOOP
Friday, February 14, 2025, 9:30 -11:30 AM Pacific Time
Access this session free (as scheduled) during the live AACES conference.
Enroll in this session for access to the quiz and CMH certificate.
All Access Members get FREE access to certificates and session recordings for the entire conference (+ our staple course library of over 60 online courses) with their paid membership.
All Access Members get FREE access to certificates and session recordings for the entire conference (+ our staple course library of over 60 online courses) with their paid membership.
Enroll in this session for access to the recording.
All Access Members get FREE access to certificates and session recordings for the entire conference (+ our staple course library of over 60 online courses) with their paid membership.
All Access Members get FREE access to certificates and session recordings for the entire conference (+ our staple course library of over 60 online courses) with their paid membership.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT
This session offers a total of
2 certification maintenance hours (CMH)
2 certification maintenance hours (CMH)
Learn more about CMH/PDH (versus CEU's or continuing education units) on your course syllabus and on our CEU Page. All learners are encouraged to confirm that this course meets the requirements of their licensing board before purchasing.
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