Webcast: Autism and Anxiety - 14th March 2025
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Webcast: Autism and Anxiety - 14th March 2025

Webcast: Autism and Anxiety - 14th March 2025

9:30am - 4:00pm AEST (Brisbane time)

$253.00 $214.50

This Course Includes

5.5 hours
5.5 hours

Live training

Live Q&A
Live Q&A

with Michelle and Tony

60 days access
60 days access

To the recording

Downloadable
Downloadable

Handouts

Certificate of Attendance
Certificate of Attendance

CPD Hours
CPD Hours

Continuing Professional Development

About This Course

Purpose

We co-created this event to increase the participants’ understanding of anxiety for autistic individuals based on the latest research, our over 80 years of clinical experience and Michelle’s lived experience. We aim to equip participants with strategies to identify situations, sensations and thoughts that are associated with high levels of anxiety and explore constructive ways of moderating anxiety.

Description

The association between autism and anxiety has long been recognised. We know that most autistic individuals experience daily problems with anxiety and that anxiety increases the expression of autism.  In our first section, we cover an update of the latest research.  Next, we discuss reasons for high levels of anxiety in autism, including different neurology, hormones, and the polyvagal system. We describe how to support and accommodate an autistic person who is experiencing high levels of anxiety across school, home, community, and work settings.  During the last section of the day, we will discuss neuroaffirming therapy for autistic individuals with anxiety disorders, including social anxiety disorder, generalised anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, selective (situational) mutism, specific phobia, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Our course covers autism and anxiety across the lifespan. 

Cancellation/Refund Policy

For cancellations with 7+ days' notice, we will refund your registration fee minus a $50 administration fee.

Refunds are not offered for cancellations with less than 7 days' notice from the start of the event, however, you will be granted a credit note minus a $50 administration fee to be used for any future event registration.

Attendance is fully transferrable.

NDIS Funding

If you have funding available in your plan for Parent/Carer training, or psychological services, you may be able to use your funding to purchase this course. If you are unsure, please check with your support co-ordinator (or alike).

Self Managed – you can purchase the course directly through our website as you will receive an invoice upon completion of your purchase.

Plan Managed – please email us at events@attwoodandgarnettevents.com so we can send the invoice directly to your plan manager.

Information required for your invoice: NDIS Participant Name, NDIS Reference number, Plan Manager’s details, Name and email address of person attending.

Who will benefit?

Autistic People 16+
Autistic People 16+ Autistic People 16+: suitable for Autistic people over 16 years old
Parents & Carers
Parents & Carers Parents & Carers: including extended family, support workers, friends and others supporting autistic individuals.
Health Professionals
Health Professionals Health Professionals: including Psychologists, Paediatricians, GPs, Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Counsellors and Mental Health Nurses.
Education Professionals
Education Professionals Education Professionals: including Teachers, Teacher’s Aides, Principals, Deputy Principals, Administrative Staff, Guidance Officers, and School Counsellors.

Learning Objectives

1

Know the key research findings in autism and anxiety over the past five years.

2

Understand the different neurology in autism that contributes to high levels of anxiety.

3

Recognise how anxiety can present differently in autism.

4

Understand factors that contribute to high levels of anxiety in autism.

5

Learn how to provide support and accommodations for an anxious autistic individual to decrease their anxiety.

6

Know how to respond to a meltdown or shutdown.

7

Know how to provide neuroaffirming therapy for neurodivergent clients who experience problematics levels of anxiety.

Testimonials

What our attendees have said...

Wow, what a fantastic workshop that was! So much information that is actually useful, and presented in a way that makes it accessible and easy to understand for me as a parent. Your passion for your work and your encouragement for everyone - professionals, parents, autistic persons - is so uplifting.

You presented highly valuable information that I will be able to use when working with my current (and future) NDIS client(s)! Thanking you!

I loved how you shared presenting. The combination of theory with research, plus practical and plentiful resources.

Thanks so much for your personal, therapeutic experiences & your knowledge. I cannot express how beneficial this course was. Thank you. 

Thank you for an extraordinarily valuable presentation. I particularly liked the discussion and visuals which matched behaviour to neurology. 

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About The Speakers

Prof Tony Attwood PhD
Prof Tony Attwood PhD

With a remarkable career spanning five decades, Professor Tony Attwood is one of the world’s foremost specialists on Autism. Holding an Honour’s degree in Psychology from the University of Hull, a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Surrey, and a PhD from the University of London, his credentials are a testament to his expertise. Currently serving as an adjunct Professor at Griffith University in Queensland, Tony's impact has enriched the global understanding of autism.

Alongside Dr Michelle Garnett, Tony co-founded Attwood & Garnett Events in 2019, driven by the shared goal of enhancing autism awareness and understanding. Their shared vision seeks to reshape the narrative surrounding autism to create a world where autism is embraced, and the diverse strengths, talents, and perspectives of autistic individuals are celebrated. This transformative narrative fosters a more inclusive and accepting society, benefitting all its members.

Renowned for his extensive contributions to understanding Asperger’s Syndrome, now commonly referred to as autism, Tony has authored numerous publications on the subject. His seminal book, Asperger’s Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals debuted in 1998, resonated globally, and has since found its voice in over 25 languages, making his insights accessible across cultures and continents.

With a dedicated commitment to practical application, he has run a private practice for 30 years, only recently closing his books due to a long waiting list. Beyond his clinical work, he dedicates significant time to travel, sharing insights and knowledge through workshops and seminars across national and international platforms.

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Dr Michelle Garnett PhD
Dr Michelle Garnett PhD

Dr Michelle Garnett is a clinical psychologist with more than 30 years of specialisation in autism. In 2005, she founded Minds & Hearts, a clinic specialising in autism, where she served as Clinical and Managing Director for 14 years until 2019. Alongside Tony Attwood she co-founded Attwood & Garnett Events in 2019, aiming to enhance autism awareness and understanding with a vision to foster a neuro-affirming community.

In addition to her extensive private practice, Michelle has significantly contributed to autism research, authored influential books, and engaged in impactful speaking engagements. Her peer-reviewed research has informed our understanding of early autism identification, the female autism profile, and the link between mental health and positive outcomes in autistic individuals. She has co-authored six respected books on autism, including the influential Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism (2018) with Barb Cook, a seminal work on the female autism experience. Her recent books, Having Fun with Feelings on the Autism Spectrum and Ten Steps to Reducing Your Child’s Anxiety on the Autism Spectrum offer invaluable guidance to parents of young autistic children.

Michelle is a sought-after presence in academic circles, presenting as a keynote speaker at conferences and conducting workshops, seminars, and training sessions on autism across Australia, the UK and Europe. Her influence extends to universities, autism organisations, government, and non-governmental bodies, solidifying her reputation as a prominent figure in the autism field. Michelle is autistic and has ADHD, late diagnosed.

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Professor Tony Attwood and Dr Michelle Garnett are considered as internationally recognised experts in autism, with a combined knowledge and experience of over 80 years as clinical psychologists, authors, researchers and consultants.

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Webcast: Autism and Anxiety - 14th March 2025

Webcast: Autism and Anxiety - 14th March 2025

9:30am - 4:00pm AEST (Brisbane time)

$253.00 $214.50
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