Overview . Services for Autism Spectrum Assessment: Best Practice Testing for Autism, ADHD,

Overview

www.genesiscounselingcenter.com

Services for Autism Spectrum


• Assessment: • Best Practice Testing for Autism, ADHD,

Aspergers• ADOS-II

• Social Skills Groups• Neurofeedback Services• Outpatient Counseling

Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) Semi-structured Standardized Assesses communication,

social interaction, play/imaginative use of materials, and restricted/repetitive behaviors

“Gold Standard” observational assessment for diagnosing autism spectrum disorders

ADOS Modules

Examiners observe behaviors that are directly relevant to the diagnosis of ASD at different developmental levels and chronological ages. Toddler Module: 12-30 months of age Module 1 – 31 months and older, single word

speech Module 2 – Children of any age, phrase speech Module 3 – Children and young adolescents,

verbally fluent Module 4 – Older adolescents and adults,

verbally fluent

Administration

Administration time is 40-60 minutes

Clients asked to complete a variety of tasks such as: Telling stories Engaging in imaginative

play Engaging in reciprocal

social interaction Solving puzzles

Tasks are adjusted for age, developmental level, and language abilities

Scoring

Three categories of scores make up the final “ADOS-2 comparison score,” a score used to determine if the child is autistic, on the autism spectrum or non spectrum. Language and Communication

Speech abnormalities, conversation skills, use of gestures, ability to communicate information, etc.

Reciprocal Social Interaction Eye contact, facial expressions, empathy, social insight, etc.

Stereotyped behaviors and Restricted Interests Unusual sensory interests, excessive interest in highly

specific topics, compulsions, rituals, etc. Additional scoring for Imagination, Agitation, Disruptive Behavior

and Anxiety

Groups

Kidz Klub I (ages 6-9)

Kidz Klub II (ages 9-12)

Club Teen: Girls Group (ages 13-17)

Young Adult Asperger’s Group (ages 17 to 27)


Social Skills Group Curriculum

The MindUP Curriculum, created by The Hawn Foundation and Scholastic, is a research based approach to helping children learn about their brain in order to be mindful and consciously aware. Children specifically learn:

Self-Awareness: assessing feelings, interests, values, strengths, and maintaining self-confidence

Self-Management: regulating emotions to handle stress, control impulses, and persevere

Social Awareness: understanding different perspectives and empathizing with others

Relationship Skills: maintaining healthy relationships, resisting inappropriate peer pressure, resolving conflicts, and seeking help

Responsible Decision Making: learning to use a variety of resources in order to make good decisions


Club Teen: Girls Group (ages 13-17)

Identity Communication Distress Tolerance Being Mindful Emotion Regulation Skills Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills Skills for Success


Neurofeedback Services

Genesis Neurofeedback

FDA approved Helpful for mood regulation, sustained

attention, relaxation training Dr. Amanda Trent, Licensed Clinical

Psychologist, is our Genesis Neurofeedback Director


Counseling Services

Individual counseling for ADHD, Asperger’s Disorder, and high functioning Autistic clients

Family support counseling Group counseling


Who are We?


• Genesis currently has three outpatient counseling offices in Hampton, Williamsburg, and Chesapeake, VA.

• The Genesis’ clinicians (currently over 30) are Psychologists, LPC’s, LMFT’s, LCSW’s, and residents.

• We provide outpatient counseling, psychological testing, and neurofeedback services.

• Genesis’ Residents serve at Lackey Free Clinic and Youth Challenge.

• Our mission is to touch and inspire more lives, in more parts of the world, more completely.

Overview . Services for Autism Spectrum Assessment: Best Practice Testing for Autism, ADHD,

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