Collaborating with SLPs to Improve Communication Skills in Children Diagnosed with Autism Through Play
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About the Session: Join us for an engaging and informative hour with Elizabeth Henry, MS, BCBA, COBA, Regional Director of Clinical Services, and Natalie Scott, M.A., CCC-SLP. This session will explore the critical role of speech and language milestones in designing effective ABA interventions for early language development. Drawing upon the latest updates from the American Speech and Hearing Association, our presenters will discuss how integrating these insights with playful, context-rich interactions can enhance learning outcomes.
Event Highlights:
· Understanding Developmental Milestones: Review the ASHA's newly updated communication milestones for children from birth through age five.
· Integrating Echoics into Play: Learn strategies to weave vocal imitation and tacting into dynamic, play-based activities, maximizing engagement and effectiveness.
· Enhancing Collaborative Practices: Gain insights on effective collaboration techniques between BCBAs and Speech-Language Pathologists to foster early language acquisition.
Elizabeth Henry, MS, BCBA, COBA
Regional Clinical Director
Bierman Autism Centers
Elizabeth started working in the field of ABA in 1998 as an undergraduate student. She earned a dual master’s in ABA and OBM from the Florida Institute of Technology. During her career, she has worked in home, community, and center-based settings with clients ranging in age from 2 to 22. After many years as a clinician, Elizabeth founded an ABA agency. After selling the agency, she started working as a Regional Director with a national company that afforded her many new leadership and growth opportunities. Elizabeth is passionate about the generalization of skills, caregiver collaboration, treatment dosage, developing leaders, and ACT. Elizabeth has served on a variety of committees and executive boards.
Natalie Scott
Director of Speech Services
Bierman Autism Centers
Natalie comes to us with 25 years of clinical and leadership experience. She earned her undergraduate degree in Audiology and Speech Sciences at Michigan State University and her Master of Arts in Communication Disorders Science and Services at Southeast State Missouri University. Natalie has served clients of all ages and abilities throughout her career in school, hospitals, rehabilitation, and other clinical settings. Throughout her career, she has been committed to an evidence-based approach to treatment to maximize client outcomes. She is thrilled to continue her career here, collaborating with our clinical team to create progress and possibilities for our clients and team.
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