Affirming Autistic Adults

Reinhart Missy Wilson

• 05 juni 2025
• 9798318316289

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.

Transform Your Practice with Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy for Autistic Adults

Discover evidence-based approaches that honor autistic identity while providing effective mental health support. This guide offers mental health professionals the tools and knowledge needed to move beyond outdated deficit-based models toward affirming, client-centered care that celebrates neurological diversity.

What You'll Learn:

Assessment strategies that recognize autism as difference, not disorder

Adapted CBT, DBT, and ACT techniques for autistic clients

Trauma-informed care approaches for autistic experiences

Supporting identity development and self-acceptance

Managing autistic burnout and recovery processes

Building therapeutic alliances that honor authentic communication

Creating sensory-friendly therapeutic environments

Addressing intersectionality and cultural competence

Self-advocacy and empowerment skill development