Helena Johnson, Ph.D., Psychologist
Autism Spectrum Disorders & Childhood Conditions
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Individual Therapy
Sample Areas of Focus:
Social anxiety
General or situational anxiety and fears
Sadness/depression/hopelessness
Attention difficulties, listening, and following directions
Behavioral rigidity, obsessions/compulsions, difficulty with transitions
Social skills (e.g., play behavior, conversations, perspective-taking, good sportsmanship)
Friendship-building (e.g., how to have a successful playdate)
Emotion regulation (e.g., coping with anger or frustration) and relaxation skills
Morning routine (e.g., getting ready on time)
Afternoon and evening routines (e.g., getting homework done and getting in bed when told)
Adaptive skills (e.g., getting dressed, brushing teeth, maximizing independence at home and in other settings)
Parenting skills to reduce problem/inappropriate behavior and enhance family relationships
Positive behavior management programs for your home
How to handle difficult behaviors in public settings
45-minute therapy sessions are approached using a cognitive-behavioral (CBT) or behavioral framework.
Parenting Skills
Sample Goals:
Improve your relationship with your child
Increase positive family interactions
Set realistic expectations for your child’s behavior
Improve your ability to apply appropriate reinforcement and consequences
Improve your child's ability to self-monitor and manage his/her own behavior
Learn to enjoy playing with your child
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