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Out of Autism: A Comprehensive Guide to the Davis Autism Approach
Out of Autism by Cathy Dodge Smith provides clinicians, parents, and individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) access to the Davis Autism Approach Program. This resource combines scholarly research with practical application, making complex concepts accessible to readers at all levels.
What's Inside This Book
The book details the Davis Autism Approach Program through visual illustrations, documented case studies, and testimonials from participants. Dodge Smith guides readers through the program's methodology, showing what actually happens during treatment sessions. The narrative includes links to outside resources for additional support and information.
Rather than focusing solely on the challenges faced by individuals with ASD and their families, this book offers a perspective on effective management strategies. The author presents the Davis Autism Approach as a respectful, powerful treatment method that differs from conventional approaches.
For Clinicians and Professionals
Mental health professionals, special education teachers, and autism specialists will find detailed information on implementing the Davis Autism Approach in clinical settings. The book serves as both an introduction to the methodology and a reference guide for practitioners.
For Parents and Families
Parents of children with autism spectrum disorder will find practical guidance and real-world examples of the program in action. The case studies and testimonials provide insight into what families can expect when pursuing this treatment approach.
For Individuals with ASD
Those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder can read firsthand accounts of others who have participated in the Davis Autism Approach Program. The book explains the process in clear, straightforward language.
About the Author
Cathy Dodge Smith brings over 50 years of experience in special education and psychology to this work. She holds a doctorate in Applied Psychology from the University of Toronto and maintains multiple professional licenses including Davis Dyslexia Program Facilitator, Davis Autism Approach Facilitator/Coach, and Traumatic Incident Reduction Facilitator. She is a certified member of the Ontario Association of Consultants, Counsellors, Psychometrists, and Psychotherapists.
As founding president of the Davis Dyslexia and Autism Facilitators' Association of Canada, Dodge Smith has received recognition including the Canada Volunteer Award Certificate of Honour and the Canada 125 Award. She resides in Oakville, Ontario.
Published by FriesenPress in May 2018, this paperback edition makes the Davis Autism Approach accessible to a wide audience seeking alternative treatment methods for autism spectrum disorder.
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