Anxiety

Since children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders often present with difficulties with anxiety, relaxation techniques may be employed.  Children with autism may become very anxious and distressed by situations or experiences that most other children can tolerate.  Therefore, relaxation training and other cognitive behavioral interventions are implemented to reduce stress for students suffering from anxiety.  I may conduct individual sessions to work to lessen levels of anxiety, so that children may have opportunities to have an increased level of comfort within social environments.