Webinars
Join us for informative and engaging webinars designed to support individuals with autism, their families, and professionals. Our expert-led sessions cover a wide range of topics, on individuals with autism throughout their entire life cycle, providing assistance from toddlerhood through the teenage years and into adulthood, including workplace acceptance. Stay connected with the latest research and community resources through Autism Connect Webinars!
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Live Schedule - December 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Country | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 3rd | 6:30 PM IST | Shradha Vora | India | Autism and the Impact of Early Intervention |  |
| Friday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Maggie McGarvie | USA | Play-Based, Neurodiversity-Affirming Strategies: Empowering Parents to Support Learning Everywhere | |
| Tuesday | 10th | 6:30 PM IST | Sneha Rao Parmar & Dr. Sakina Tyagi | India | Turning Tantrums into Triumphs: A Discussion on Managing Sudden Behavior Changes in Kids with Autism | |
| Friday | 13th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | India | Autism : Face Yoga : Your Questions from the Workplace | |
Live Schedule - November 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Country | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 1st | 6:30 PM IST | John David Berdahl | USA | Rethinking Language and Self-Diagnosis in Neurodivergence | |
| Tuesday | 5th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | India | Autism: Face Yoga: Ur Face | |
| Friday | 8th | 6:30 PM IST | Jennifer Elizabeth Brunton | USA | Empowering Advocacy and Independence: Insights from the #ActuallyAutistic Guides | |
| Tuesday | 12th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Annie Amanda Lasway | USA | Advancing Global Autism Advocacy and Support Through Behavioral Health Initiatives | |
| Friday | 15th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Risha Sharma | India | Holistic Approach to Autism | |
| Tuesday | 19th | 6:30 PM IST | Katie Moore | USA | Empowering Families and Educators: Advocacy and ABA Support for Autism | |
| Friday | 22nd | 6:30 PM IST | Charlotte Aldred | UK | Parenting Neurodivergent Children and Autism Employment Insights | |
| Tuesday | 26th | 6:30 PM IST | Anima Mishra | India | Moving Beyond Echolalia | |
| Friday | 29th | 6:30 PM IST | Kate Panfile | USA | Reframing Autism: Understanding your Child’s Brain Style | |
Live Schedule - October 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Country | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 1st | 6:30 PM IST | Urooj Hassan | Pakistan | Mental Health Considerations for Autistic Teenagers | |
| Friday | 4th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Rahul Bharat | India | Why should autism be recognized? | |
| Tuesday | 8th | 6:30 PM IST | Peter Owiso | Kenya | ABA Strategies for Managing Behavioral Issues in Children with Autism | |
| Friday | 11th | 6:30 PM IST | Hiba Ghrair | Dubai | The Power of Parental Participation: Unlocking Success in Therapy for Kids with Autism | |
| Tuesday | 15th | 6:30 PM IST | Roopa Belur | Canada | Workplace Challenges and Accommodations | |
| Friday | 18th | 6:30 PM IST | Shivendra Upadhyay | India | From Acceptance to Social Impact: A Parent's Journey | |
| Tuesday | 22nd | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | India | Autism: Face Yoga & your Questions | |
| Friday | 25th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Liliya Wheatcraft | UK | Autistic Anxiety | |
| Tuesday | 29th | 6:30 PM IST | Rick Stanton | UK | Short Film Screening: The Journey of Filmmaking and Working with Individuals with Autism | |
Live Schedule - September 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Country | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 3rd | 6:30 PM IST | Ambika Barthwal Dhasmana | India | Parental Role in Shaping the Stigma Around Autism | |
| Friday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | India | Autism : Face Yoga : Mental Health | |
| Tuesday | 10th | 6:30 PM IST | Ariecho Gros | UK | Autistic Artistic Awakenings Art Programme | |
| Friday | 13th | 6:30 PM IST | Katya Fulton | South Africa | Montessori and Yoga: Their Application to Autism | |
| Tuesday | 17th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Liliya Wheatcraft | UK | Unique Insights into Neurodivergent Experience with the Author of 'AUTISTIC: Understanding Neurodivergent Mind' | |
| Friday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Hailey Chappell | USA | Healing and Self-Acceptance for Late-Diagnosed Autistic Adults | |
| Tuesday | 24th | 6:30 PM IST | Jacob Fisher | USA | History and Benefits of ABA Therapy | |
| Friday | 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Tazkia Arusa | USA | Developing My Nonverbal Son's Speech with Home-Based Therapy | |
Live Schedule - August 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Country | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | Maheen Noorani | USA | Myths about Autism | |
| Tuesday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Yash Desai | India | Sensory Processing System & Speech Making Connection | |
| Friday | 9th | 6:30 PM IST | Mbah Marie Claire | Cameroon | Importance of Adult Autism Diagnosis and Its Impact on Diagnosed or Undiagnosed Children | |
| Tuesday | 13th | 6:30 PM IST | Atoosa Mozafar Zangeneh | UAE | E-Learning in Rehabilitation and Education | |
| Friday | 16th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis & Ms.Nitisha Naik | India | Face Yoga, Autism, Nutrition: Promoting Healthy Munchies | |
| Tuesday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Amy Rusby | UK | Special Educational Needs and Disability: EHCP Funding and Access | |
| Friday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Jackline Nkatha Koome | Kenya | Inclusive Education Strategies for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum | |
| Tuesday | 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Kaka Andrew | Uganda | Therapeutic Benefits of Dance and Movement in Autism Management | |
| Friday | 30th | 6:30 PM IST | Selva Srinivasan | India | Importance of Environmental Modification for Autistic Child | |
Live Schedule - July 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Country | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis & Dr. Tirthankar Roy | India | Facial Yoga and Autism: Techniques for Facial Toning and Acupuncture | |
| Friday | 5th | 6:30 PM IST | Lucy Mlack | Tanzania | Inclusive Education for Intellectual Impairment and Autism | |
| Tuesday | 9th | 6:30 PM IST | Yolande Ribberink | Netherlands | Brain-Body Disconnect and the effect on Behavior | |
| Friday | 12th | 6:30 PM IST | Nick Therriault | Canada | Enhancing Social Connections for Neurodiverse Sports Enthusiasts | |
| Tuesday | 16th | 6:30 PM IST | Dorcas Anwankwo | Nigeria | Effective Communication Strategies for Individuals with Autism | |
| Friday | 19th | 6:30 PM IST | Dalisse Sequeiros | Spain | Using Social Stories and Visual Aids to Prepare Children on the Spectrum | |
| Tuesday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Sue Panciocco | USA | Creating Peace and Reconnection: A Parent's Guide to Navigating Autism | |
| Friday | 26th | 6:30 PM IST | Nikhil Patel | Canada | Effective ABA Strategies for Leading and Flourishing in Behavioral Interventions | |
Live Schedule - June 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Country | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4th | 6:30 PM IST | Nishtha Mathur Puri | India | Home-Based Strategies and Activities for Enhancing Communication in Nonverbal Children with Autism | |
| Friday | 7th | 7:00 PM IST | Khushboo Chabria | USA | Strategic Inclusion of Neurodiverse Individuals in the Workplace | |
| Tuesday | 11th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Sakina Tyagi | India | Sensory Integration Therapy: Essential for Autistic Children Facing Environmental Challenges | |
| Friday | 14th | 6:30 PM IST | Haneesha Pinnamraju | UAE | Understanding Autism, Journey to Diagnosis and Inclusion | |
| Tuesday | 18th | 6:30 PM IST | Ms. Arpita Srivastava | India | The Importance of a Formal Occupational Therapy Assessment | |
| Friday | 21st | 6:30 PM IST | Uzma Akser & Lynne | Dubai & USA | Homeschooling Your Neurodivergent Child - A Lifelong Commitment | |
| Tuesday | 25th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | India | Autism: Face Yoga: Oriental Chinese Medicine | |
| Friday | 28th | 6:30 PM IST | Ada Cojan | Romania | From Challenges to Success: Best Learning Strategies for Children with Autism | |
Live Schedule - May 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Country | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 3rd | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Hedaia Alnajjar | Dubai | Probiotics for Autism | |
| Tuesday | 7th | 6:30 PM IST | Trishna Patnaik | India | Art Therapy and Autism | |
| Friday | 10th | 6:30 PM IST | Doaa Othman Alhayek | Jordan | Dealing with a Non-Verbal Child on the Autism Spectrum |  |
| Tuesday | 14th | 6:30 PM IST | Ms. Parul Merchant | India | Empowering Neurodiverse Learning: The Multidisciplinary Advantage | |
| Friday | 17th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | India | Empowering Autism: Face Yoga Insights from Team India's 2019 Physically Challenged World Cup Winner | |
| Tuesday | 21st | 6:30 PM IST | Sahil Prashar | Canada | Methodology of Teaching Songs: A 14-Year Journey with Sahil, Achieving 100 Songs Milestone | |
| Friday | 24th | 7:00 PM IST | Mini Dimal | Dubai | Understanding & Accepting Autism | |
| Tuesday | 28th | 6:30 PM IST | Emerson Cargnin | Brazil | A Father's Journey: Combining Programming and Love for His Son with Autism to Launch a Dedicated App | |
| Friday | 31st | 6:30 PM IST | Veronicah Anyona Mbati | Kenya | Exploring Educational Resources for Learners with Autism: Strategies and Applications | |
Live Schedule - April 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Country | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 1st | 6:30 PM IST | Deboshish Paul | India | What Parents Must Do? | |
| Tuesday | 2nd | 7:30 PM IST | Dr. Temple Grandin | USA | Autism & my Path through Life | |
| Wednesday | 3rd | 6:30 PM IST | Thomas Iland | USA | The Glass Is Full: Putting Mental Health First | |
| Thursday | 4th | 6:30 PM IST | Kassandra Clemens | UK | Understanding Attention Variability in Autism and Promoting Personal Growth | |
| Friday | 5th | 6:30 PM IST | Eleonora Palmeiri | Italy | How to improve academic performance in Autism Through Neuroactivation Training | |
| Saturday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Tai (Emmyrose Rugumamu) | Tanzania | Storytelling for Social Change | |
| Monday | 8th | 6:30 PM IST | Kristi Jacobsen (Rain Mom) | USA | Understanding Behaviors and Responsive Strategies. | |
| Tuesday | 9th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Kerry Magro | USA | 10 Things That Would Help Me in the Hospital as Someone Who's Autistic | |
| Wednesday | 10th | 12:30 PM IST | Rachel Barcellona | USA | Women and Autism One person's perspective | |
| Thursday | 11th | 6:30 PM IST | Senyor C-Jeys | Kenya | Finding your inner child through Music & Movement | |
| Friday | 12th | 6:30 PM IST | Sakshi Pal | India | Hands-On Guide for Parents: Alternative Communication for Nonverbal Autistic Kids | |
| Saturday | 13th | 6:30 PM IST | Elizabeth Thomas | India | Guided Learning: The Key to Effective App-Based Education for Children | |
| Monday | 15th | 6:30 PM IST | Lynne & Peyton | USA | Turning Autism Into Awesomism for Adults with Autism | |
| Tuesday | 16th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Ian Hale | UK | Neurodiversity- The Spectrum and the Whole Body Condition | |
| Wednesday | 17th | 6:30 PM IST | Jesse Andrew Saperstein | USA | Avoiding Stalking Allegations and Understanding Social Boundaries | |
| Thursday | 18th | 6:30 PM IST | AJ Cullen | USA | Cultivating Connections: Exploring Animal-Assisted Interventions Across Cultures | |
| Friday | 19th | 7:00 PM IST | Kiana Walcott | USA | Teaching Life Skills for Everyday Living | |
| Saturday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Ahmed Al Hashemi | UAE | Live Music Show | |
| Monday | 22nd | 6:30 PM IST | Zeinab Agha | UAE | Integrating AI for Enhancing Life Skills and Inclusive Education | |
| Tuesday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Irina Schurov | Switzerland | Biochemical Brain-Body Balance Approach For Autism | |
| Wednesday | 24th | 6:30 PM IST | Charlie Hart | UK | Navigating Autism in the Workplace: A Personal Journey of Late Diagnosis and Self-Advocacy | |
| Thursday | 25th | 6:30 PM IST | Hong Chun Tan | UAE | Teaching Functional Communication using Applied Behavior Analysis Approach for children with Autism | |
| Friday | 26th | 6:30 PM IST | Haron Ndung'u Kimani | Kenya | Parenting children with autism: Navigating the effects of associative stigma | |
| Saturday | 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Al Muntazir School, Vinayak Raj | Tanzania, India | Virtual Art Exhibition plus DIY tips | |
| Monday | 29th | 6:30 PM IST | Jan Stewart | Canada | Reset Your Expectations for Your Life | |
| Tuesday | 30th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Ghada Abdelrahim | Egypt | Social Skills Development through Music Therapy | |
Live Schedule - March 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Country | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 1st | 6:30 PM IST | Himani Narula | India | Autism : Diagnosis to Planning the Intervention | |
| Tuesday | 5th | 6:30 PM IST | Debra Chebet (Mercy) | Kenya | Optimizing Education with Occupational Therapy in Schools | |
| Friday | 8th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | India | Face Yoga: Nurturing Mothers of Children on the Spectrum for Self-Care on International Women's Day | |
| Tuesday | 12th | 6:30 PM IST | John David Berdahl | USA | Empowering Autistic Individuals in the Workforce: The Impact of Exposure, Interest, and Mentoring | |
| Friday | 15th | 6:30 PM IST | Joe Barksdale | USA | Understanding Autism: My Personal Experience and Advocacy Journey | |
| Tuesday | 19th | 7:00 PM IST | Hemani Bhansal & Dr. Vinay Singh | India | Digital Cognitive Therapy for At-home Autism Services | |
| Friday | 22nd | 6:30 PM IST | Dilla Salome | Nigeria | Regression in Autism- why does it occur? | |
| Tuesday | 26th | 6:30 PM IST | Susan Golubock | USA | 3 Steps to Build Connections | |
Live Schedule - February 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | Mrs. Dotun Akande | The Importance of Observation in Behavior Management | |
| Friday | 9th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | Face Yoga : Autism and More | |
| Tuesday | 13th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Namita Vadhavkar | Impact Of Sensory Processing On Auditory Learning In Young Children | |
| Tuesday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Deirdre Azzopardi | Mindful Approaches to Autism | |
| Friday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Kelley Coleman | Customizing Care: Navigating Paperwork and Planning for Parenting a Disabled Child | |
Live Schedule - January 2024
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | John David Berdahl | Unveiling the Mask: Understanding Autistic Mirroring and Masking | |
| Tuesday | 9th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis & Aika Ombeni Wilfred | Autism : Face Yoga with Aqua Therapy | |
| Friday | 12th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Mbaraka Wesse Lusato | The Vital Relationship Between Psychiatric Care and Mental Disability | |
| Tuesday | 16th | 6:30 PM IST | Lisa Muthoni | Integrating Multidisciplinary Therapies for Holistic Patient Care | |
| Friday | 19th | 6:30 PM IST | Catherine Clay Phillips | Playful Connections, Nurturing Relationships with you child with Autism | |
| Tuesday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Keyuri Vaidya | Mindfulness and Autism | |
| Tuesday | 30th | 6:30 PM IST | Eva Jackson Mbogo | Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder | |
Live Schedule - December 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 8th | 5:00 PM IST | Luana Mascarenhas | Nutrients of importance for kids on the spectrum | |
| Tuesday | 12th | 6:30 PM IST | Vaishali Sonale | Toilet Training in Children with Autism | |
| Friday | 15th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | Face Yoga : Autism | |
| Tuesday | 19th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Diksha Laungani | Autism Spectrum Disorders in women and girls - Identification, Assessment and Support | |
| Friday | 22nd | 6:30 PM IST | Haron Ndungu Kimani | Understanding Signs of Depression in Children with Autism | |
| Tuesday | 26th | 6:30 PM IST | Manal | Myths and Truths About Autism | |
| Friday | 29th | 6:30 PM IST | Minakshi Koch | Early Intervention in Autism | |
Live Schedule - November 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7th | 6:30 PM IST | S. Sowmya | Mediated learning experience: Enriching thinking in children with Autism | |
| Friday | 10th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | Face Yoga and Beauty - Eyes | |
| Tuesday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Sarika Shrivastava Shah | Developing Concepts in young minds | |
| Friday | 24th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Anupama Risbud | Sensory Integration and Autism and Home Sensory Strategies for Parents | |
| Tuesday | 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Carla | Acceptance and Inclusion | |
Live Schedule - October 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 3rd | 6:30 PM IST | Laura Kerbey | Pathological Demand Avoidance | |
| Friday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | S. Sowmya | Mediated learning experience: Enriching thinking in children with Autism | |
| Tuesday | 10th | 6:30 PM IST | Antonnate Nyangoma | My journey as a parent to an autistic child | |
| Friday | 13th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis & Ratnadeep Banerji | Face Yoga : Autism : Discovering Mental Faculties with Variations | |
| Tuesday | 17th | 6:30 PM IST | Sawsan Razzouk | Utilizing ABA-Based Interventions for Smooth Transitions from Childhood to Adulthood | |
| Friday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Nifemi Adams Ajileye | Parenting a child with Autism | |
| Friday | 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Vicky Chinyere Wilson | Navigating the Education System: Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for students with Autism | |
| Tuesday | 31st | 6:30 PM IST | Aurelia Autism Services | Empowering Caregivers and Educators: An Online Learning Platform for Optimal Support of Autistic Individuals | |
Live Schedule - September 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 1st | 6:30 PM IST | Pallavi Joshi | Why people with autism have obsessions and why are these helpful | |
| Tuesday | 5th | 6:30 PM IST | Andreja Stefulj | Enhancing Wellbeing: RDI and Mindfulness for Families of Children with Autism | |
| Friday | 8th | 6:30 PM IST | Ms. Mayuri Ramdasi | Mothers, Be Your Child’s Own Best Speech Therapist | |
| Tuesday | 12th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis & Dr. Prasanna Pramod Pathak | Autism: Face Yoga : a New approach in Cranial Osteopathy and Physiotherapy | |
| Friday | 15th | 6:30 PM IST | Pallavi Joshi | Identifying Obsessions vs. Hobbies in Individuals with Autism | |
| Friday | 22nd | 6:30 PM IST | Razan Yahiaoui & Kariman Hammami | Empowering parents of Autistic children & spreading Awareness and Acceptance | |
| Tuesday | 26th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Aloysia | Supporting Families of Children with Autism During Transitions | |
| Friday | 29th | 6:30 PM IST | Saaid Radwan | Neurodiversity and Teenagers Issues | |
Live Schedule - August 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 1st | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Khadija | Appreciating and Embracing Neurodivergent Behaviors that Should Not be Subject to Change or Enforcement | |
| Friday | 4th | 6:30 PM IST | Sadia Nasir Zaidi | Role of paediatrician in early diagnosis of developmental disabilities | |
| Tuesday | 8th | 6:30 PM IST | Raneem Ahmad | ABA : How to be your child's home therapist | |
| Friday | 11th | 6:30 PM IST | Pallavi Joshi | Why social skills are a challenge for an individual with Autism and intermediate steps to enhance the same | |
| Friday | 18th | 6:30 PM IST | Anirban Dutta | Parent Sensitization program regarding the aspects of Assisted Living for the children who have Neurodiversity. | |
| Tuesday | 22nd | 6:30 PM IST | Lynne | Navigating Challenges Faced by Autistic Adults in the Workplace | |
| Friday | 25th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | Balancing Autism: Face Yoga & ur questions | |
| Tuesday | 29th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Raghida Achkar | Autism and sensory processing with tomatis approach | |
Live Schedule - July 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4th | 6:30 PM IST | Ifrah Shah | Role of Cause and Effect principle on a Child's Development and Skills | |
| Friday | 7th | 6:30 PM IST | Priti Sinha | Exploring the Transformative Journey of Parenthood: Insights from Nurturing my Son and Inspiring my Students | |
| Tuesday | 11th | 6:30 PM IST | Carrie Green | Using ABA to Teach Social Skills | |
| Friday | 14th | 6:30 PM IST | Latha Tater | How Art Therapy Helps People With Autism | |
| Tuesday | 18th | 6:30 PM IST | Shivani Bhardwaj | Differentiation in behaviour vs sensory in Autism Spectrum | |
| Friday | 21st | 6:30 PM IST | Anadel Khalaila | Understanding and Expressing Emotions: Unraveling How Children with ASD Navigate Social Situations through Verbal and Body Language | |
| Tuesday | 25th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | Autism : Face Yoga : Aucc Cupping | |
| Friday | 28th | 6:30 PM IST | Meera Balsubramanian | Movement in learning & emotional regulation | |
Live Schedule - June 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | Sawsan Razzouk | Theory of Mind in people with Autism | |
| Tuesday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Karen Kehdy | Neurodiversity Paradigm: unlocking potential | |
| Friday | 9th | 6:30 PM IST | Ambreen Suhaib | Autism awareness; How to bridge the gap between typical & typical world | |
| Tuesday | 13th | 6:30 PM IST | Pallavi Joshi | Why social skills are a challenge for an individual with Autism and intermediate steps to enhance the same | |
| Friday | 16th | 6:30 PM IST | Abinayaa Kannan | Storytelling - how to deliver a good story, things to remember and use pre, during and post story telling to facilitate language learning and promote social communication skills. | |
| Tuesday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | Autism & Face Yoga | |
| Friday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Raghida Achkar | Autism and sensory processing with tomatis approach | |
| Tuesday | 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Natalie Pelto | Lifestyle medicine | |
| Friday | 30th | 6:30 PM IST | Natalie Castro | Creating an Autism friendly home | |
Live Schedule - May 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 16th | 6:30 PM IST | Jitendra Solanki | Estate Planning Solutions- What After Us | |
| Friday | 19th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | Questions from ICAN Dubai 2023 | |
| Tuesday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Ghada | Music Therapy for children with ADHD | |
| Friday | 26th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. TASNUVA | The 5 Pillars to Autism Success | |
Live Schedule - April 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | Devansh Chandra | World Autism Awareness day - Musical Event | |
| Tuesday | 4th | 6:30 PM IST | Prakash Nayak | Understand the autism | |
| Friday | 7th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | Autism: Face Yoga in talk with the Developmental Educator | |
| Tuesday | 11th | 6:30 PM IST | Manju Iyer | Developing Thinking Skills for Kids and Adults on the Autism Spectrum | |
| Tuesday | 18th | 6:30 PM IST | Ashish Kumar Jana | Role of Sports In The Overall Development Of Special Needs Children. | |
| Friday | 21st | 6:30 PM IST | Anuradha Deshpande | Communication Skills in Children with Autism | |
Live Schedule - March 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 3rd | 6:30 PM IST | Anuradha Deshpande | Tantrums and Meltdowns in Children Experiencing Autism | |
| Friday | 10th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Payal Shewani | Play based technique to increase sitting tolerance in Autism. | |
| Tuesday | 14th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis | Autism:Face Yoga: Art | |
| Friday | 17th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Alok Arora | Depression in Autism | |
| Tuesday | 21st | 6:30 PM IST | April DeAngelis | Why You’re Autistic Child Isn’t Talking: Neurodevelopmental Foundations to Communication | |
| Friday | 24th | 6:30 PM IST | Kalyani | Development skills and Communication skills: how important roles are with autism students | |
| Tuesday | 28th | 6:30 PM IST | Nilanjana Rambothu | How to enhance teaching academics for neurodiverse children | |
| Friday | 31st | 6:30 PM IST | Prasanna Lakshmidas | Basic Sensory Strategies for Communication in case of ASD | |
Live Schedule - February 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7th | 6:30 PM IST | Natalie Castro | Creating And Autism Friendly Home | |
| Friday | 10th | 6:30 PM IST | Shama Hamdani, India | Understanding Autism' | |
| Tuesday | 14th | 6:30 PM IST | April DeAngelis, USA | Integrative Autism Support - The Order of Operations for an Integrative Autism Support Plan | |
| Friday | 17th | 6:30 PM IST | Sitanshu Kumar, India | CAPABILITY- Make it a Mission | |
| Tuesday | 21st | 6:30 PM IST | Rahul Bam, India | Understanding Stigma in Autism and Amental Health | |
| Friday | 24th | 6:30 PM IST | Salma Akhter, Bangladesh | Oral Placement Therapy for kids with Autism | |
| Tuesday | 28th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis, India | Face Yoga:Autism and Ur Questions | |
Live Schedule - January 2023
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 3rd | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis, India | Autism : Face yoga @ Workplace | |
| Friday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Benny Anbu Daniel, UK | Skilled Focus Intervention for kids with Autism | |
| Tuesday | 10th | 6:30 PM IST | Charvi Shastri, India | How Different Therapies Work for kids on the Autism Spectrum | |
| Friday | 13th | 6:30 PM IST | Hemlata Verma, India | Visual Sensory Issues | |
| Tuesday | 17th | 6:30 PM IST | Richa Kapoor, India | Reflexes and Sensory Development for kids with Autism | |
| Friday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Vandna, India | "What's Before Handwriting" | |
| Tuesday | 24th | 6:30 PM IST | Jyotsna R Pansare, India | Aqua Therapy for kids and adults with special needs | |
| Friday | 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Sayeeda Hussain, India | Importance of Shadow Teacher for Learning | |
| Tuesday | 31st | 6:30 PM IST | Saniya Modi, India | Telerehabilitation for Children with Autism | |
Live Schedule - December 2022
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis, India | Autism : Face Yoga and Your Questions | |
| Tuesday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Meenakshi, India | Unveiling the World of Autism | |
| Friday | 9th | 6:30 PM IST | Kamini Lakhani, India | Core Deficits of Autism | |
| Tuesday | 13th | 6:30 PM IST | John David, USA | Alexithymia and its high rate of overlap with Autism Spectrum Disorder! | |
| Friday | 16th | 6:30 PM IST | Vishakha, India | Let's fight Autism Together (Zindagi Warriors in collaboration with Autism Connect) |
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| Tuesday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Kristi Jacobsen, USA | Navigating the Journey with Autism | |
| Friday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Shweta, India | The Importance Of Play Skills | |
| Tuesday | 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Tania Zarin, Bangladesh | Children with autism and inclusive education | |
| Friday | 30th | 6:30 PM IST | Vandna , India | "What's Before Handwriting" | |
Live Schedule - November 2022
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
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| Tuesday | 1st | 6:30 PM IST | Raadha Shalini, India | Mindful Expressive Art therapy For Autism | |
| Friday | 4th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis, India | Face Yoga: Autism & Detox | |
| Tuesday | 8th | 11:30 AM IST | Joline G, Australia | Mother's Experiences And Challenges Raising A Child With Autism | |
| Friday | 11th | 3:30 PM IST | Dana, United States | Coping With Society's Stigma Of Autism | |
| Tuesday | 15th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Bhawna Gupta, India | Maintaining Eye Contact In Autistic Children | |
| Friday | 18th | 6:30 PM IST | Ashis Kumar Jana, India | Role of Sports In The Overall Development Of Special Needs Children. | |
| Tuesday | 22nd | 6:30 PM IST | Mila Teshler, USA | Sensory Integration Therapy For Kids With Autism | |
| Friday | 25th | 7:30 PM PM IST | Dr. Shivali Dixit Saxena, India | Raising Special Needs Children & Role Of The Community | |
| Tuesday | 29th | 6:30 PM IST | Himani Narula, India | Role Of A Developmental Paediatrician In Autism Diagnosis | |
Live Schedule - October 2022
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
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| Tuesday | 4th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis, India | Face Yoga & Autism Apraxia | |
| Friday | 7th | 6:30 PM IST | Jorge Ochoa, United States | Autism & Functional Rhythm Making: The Benefits of Group Drumming | |
| Tuesday | 11th | 6:30 PM IST | Sakshi Bhatia, India | Sensory diet for kids with Autism & how to incorporate in day to day life | |
| Friday | 14th | 6:30 PM IST | Sia Mirchandani, India | Importance of Individualized integrated programs for neuro diverse children | |
| Tuesday | 18th | 6:30 PM IST | Rekha Chalapathi, India | What Does My Child With Autism See... Vision And Beyond |
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| Friday | 21st | 6:30 PM IST | Ernest Gunetilleke, Sri Lanka | Sounds meditation as a pretraining to deep meditation techniques for individuals on autism spectrum | |
Live Schedule - September 2022
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
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| Friday | 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Sonya Doherty, Canada | Methylation cycle in Autism | |
| Tuesday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Yaashna Rajani Haryani, India | Let's make therapy fun -Importance of play and engagement in speech therapy | |
| Friday | 9th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis, India | "Face Yoga and more ...! | |
| Tuesday | 13th | 6:30 PM IST | Neena Wagh, India | Building Community Support for Individuals with Special Needs | |
| Friday | 16th | 3:30 PM IST | Dana Kiel, USA | Coping with society's stigma of Autism | |
| Tuesday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Ms. Trishna Patnaik, India | Splash Art Therapy for kids with Autism | |
| Friday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Devansh Chandra, India | Musical Evening | |
| Tuesday | 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Munira Pittalwala, India | Effective Management of Aggressive Behaviors Displayed by Individuals on the Spectrum | |
| Friday | 30th | 6:30 PM IST | Parasuram Ramamoorthi, India | Best Career Options For Individuals With Autism Explained With The Help Of Multiple Intelligences Theory By Howard Gardner | |
Live Schedule - August 2022
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
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| Tuesday | 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | Benny Anbu Daniel, UK | Creating and Implementing Effective Transition plans for adolescents with Autism | |
| Saturday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis, India | Face Yoga...Face & Autism | |
| Tuesday | 9th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Zuzana, Cape Town | How to help your child socialize more & make new friends.! | |
| Tuesday | 16th | 6:30 PM IST | Stacy Badon, US | Communication Differences & what parents can do to help their kids at home | |
| Friday | 19th | 6:30 PM IST | Ushma Goradia, India | Kids screen time & how it affects their behaviour. | |
| Tuesday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Venkat Raman Prusty, India | AAC use during different learning activities in a day of child with ASD | |
| Friday | 26th | 6:30 PM IST | Ritu Jain, India | First Steps after diagnosing Autism | |
| Tuesday | 30th | 6:30 PM IST | Mr. Philip Oloo, Kenya | Parenting Strategies for behavioural issues with kids with Autism | |
Live Schedule - July 2022
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
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| Friday | 1st | 6:30 PM IST | Tamara Grant, New Zealand | How to manage Mental Health with Autism | |
| Monday | 4th | 6:30 PM IST | Venkat Raman Prusty, India | Successful Steps in Speech Language Stimulation | |
| Friday | 8th | 6:30 PM IST | Minal Potnis, India | Autism : U & Face Yoga |  |
| Monday | 11th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Nikisha Kapasi, India | Importance of family intervention in autism - Role of counselling | |
| Friday | 15th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Dhara Desai, India | Cognition & Autism - Importance and Intervention | |
| Monday | 18th | 6:30 PM IST | Arti Jha, India | Toilet Training Children with Autism | |
| Saturday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Pranav Bakhshi, India | Interview with India's First Autism Model | |
| Monday | 25th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Dhara Desai, India | Visual perception - reading and writing with respect to Autism | |
| Saturday | 30th | 6:30 PM IST | Rucha Thorat, India | Interoception and ASD | |
Live Schedule - June 2022
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
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| Friday | 3rd | 6:30 PM IST | Michelle, US | The path to Success begins with Self Advocacy | |
| Monday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Saima Wasti, India | Management of Meltdown - Strategies for Emotional Regulation | |
| Friday | 10th | 6:30 PM IST | Garima Vegivada, India | Communication Innovation for Individuals with Autism | |
| Tuesday | 14th | 6:30 PM IST | Nikita, India | Autism & Picky Eaters : Facts & Interventions | |
| Friday | 17th | 6:30 PM IST | Gitanjali Pillai, India | Autism & Anxiety | |
| Monday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Zainab Millwala, India | Understanding the causes of feeding issues with kids with Autism | |
| Saturday | 25th | 6:30 PM IST | TruHap Centre & COO of Autism Connect | Early Identification of Speech & Language issues in children |  |
| Monday | 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Tamara Grant, New Zealand | How to manage Mental Health with Autism | |
Live Schedule - May 2022
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
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| Monday | 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | Zill Botadkar, India | Discovering new paths through Arts Based Therapies | |
| Saturday | 7th | 6:30 PM IST | Namita Shenai Vadhavkar, India | Optimizing play environments in children with Autism | |
| Monday | 9th | 6:30 PM IST | Benzy Kumar, India | Musical Evening | |
| Saturday | 14th | 6:30 PM IST | Aakanksha Gupte Chitnis, India | Stepping Stones Of Schooling In Young Children With Special Needs | |
| Monday | 16th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr.Megha Arya, India | Journey of an Autism Mom on treating her child through various Therapies | |
| Friday | 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Danielle Terrell, USA | Journey of a Young Professional | |
| Monday | 23rd | 6:30 PM IST | Sarika Shrivastava Shah, India | Role of a Special Educator in Early Intervention | |
| Thursday | 26th | 6:30 PM IST | Jennifer Geigel, Canada | Creating opportunities for our teens with Autism | |
| Monday | 30th | 6:30 PM IST | Maria Fer Chang | "Applied Behavior Anaylsis" treatment for Autism Spectrum | |
Autism Awareness Month Schedule - April 2022
| Days | Date | Time | Speaker | Topic | Platform |
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| Monday | 4th | 6:30 PM IST | Rishaan Patil, India | Musical Evening | |
| 11th | 5:30 PM IST | Alisha Lalljee (Psychotherapist, Special / Remedial Educator), India | Learning Material..What's New? | |
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| 18th | 6:30 PM IST | Nidhi Shah (MPT, C/NDT Paediatrics, Motorskill learning coach), India | Motor Skill learning in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. | |
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| 25th | 6:30 PM IST | Rutendo Deborah Gandiya, Zimbabwe | Importance of support groups | |
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| Wednesday | 6th | 6:30 PM IST | Shelly Smith, Australia | My journey as a single mother on the process of a diagnosis with no family support.! | |
| 13th | 6:30 PM IST | Sapna Kamdar Nutritionist, India | Special treats for special children | |
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| 20th | 6:30 PM IST | Dany, USA | Autism & Employment | |
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| 27th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Namita Shenai Vadhavkar Pediatric Occupational Therapist, India | Optimizing Play Environments in Children with Autism | |
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| Friday | 8th | 6:30 PM IST | Devika Mehta Kadam SynchronyIndia, Dubai | Movement as therapy in the Neurodiverse World | |
| 22nd | 6:30 PM IST | Tom Iland, US | "Come To Life During A Pandemic." | |
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| 29th | 6:30 PM IST | Chris, USA | Finding joy as an autistic | |
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| Saturday | 2nd | 3:00 PM IST | Minal Potnis, Singapore | Yoga Live Session | |
| 2nd | 5:00 PM IST | Marcus Leonardo Boyd, Newyork | Chat with award winning "Autism Activist".! | |
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| 2nd | 6:30 PM IST | Ethan Fineshriber, Salt Lake, USA | Things I Like & Dislike About Being On The Spectrum | |
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| 2nd | 8:00 PM IST | Mrs. Gina F, USA | Autism Awareness | |
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| 16th | 6:30 PM IST | Dr. Avinash D'souza Consultant Psychiatrist and Founder Trustee Desousa Foundation Mumbai, India | Autism Spectrum Disorders: trying to find out a cause in 2022 | |
The Autism Webinar Series
Welcome to the Autism Webinar Series by Autism Connect! Join remarkable therapists from over the globe, who have worked extensively with autistic individuals of different age groups, to help mould a brighter, more independent future for them.
You can attend these webinars easily, from even your couch, through your laptops, or mobile & tablet devices! Simply register below!
Past Webinars
Solutions to Sensory Issues Which Hamper the Daily Living of a Child With Autism
Saturday, 30th of May 2020
Dr. Sakshi Bhatia (OT), Director and Co-founder of FutuReady Pediatric Intervention Services
Special Education : Getting Started at Home
Saturday, 16th of May 2020
Priya Kataria, Applied Developmental and Educational Psychologist, Vivien Vaz, Clinical Psychologist
Physical Activity: Medicine for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
Thursday, 30th of April 2020
Dr. Bala M Pillai (DPT, PCS), Doctor of Physical Therapy, Pediatric Clinical Specialist
Tele-Speech Therapy in Autism
Wednesday, 22nd of April 2020
Nikita Kirane, Speech & Language Pathologist
Autism : Causes, Early Diagnosis and Newer Treatments
Sunday, 19th of April 2020
Dr. Nandini Gokulchandran, M.D.(Medical Microbiology), Regenerative Medicine Consultant
Play Therapy: Fostering Interaction In Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders
Saturday, 18th of April 2020
Aakanksha Chitnis-Gupte, Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Autism : Adolescence, Adulthood & the Curveball that is Social Distancing
Monday, 13th of April 2020
Lynne - AwesomismMom, Autism Mom Blogger
Autism Diagnosis: Basic Screening & Assessment Tools
Sunday, 12th of April 2020
Revati Raja - Child Psychologist, Renuka Gune - Applied Psychologist
Reading: How to Make It Fun for You & Your Autistic Child
Saturday, 11th of April 2020
Jo Meserve Mach, Author & Occupational Therapist
Autism “Speculation” Disorders: Busting Myths & Establishing Facts
Wednesday, 8th of April 2020
Dr. Avinash De Sousa, Psychiatrist & Psychotherapist
Being Actually Autistic: Finding Ability Beyond Disability
Monday, 6th of April 2020
Rachel Barcellona, Actually Autistic, Autism Advocate & Model
Autism Spectrum Disorders: Support Services, Behavior Management & Changing Lives
Thursday, 2nd of April 2020
Dr Zuzana Matousova-Done PhD, Chantel Snyman. B (OT)
Storytelling: How to Engage Your Child on the Autism Spectrum
Saturday, 28th of March 2020
Dr. Vanitha S. Rao (PhD), Developmental Psychologist
Managing Autism: How to Make a Visual Schedule and a Task Analysis
Saturday, 21st of March 2020
Dr. Neeta Mehta, Pediatric Physiotherapist
Expand Your Autistic Child's Language:- Effective Strategies to Promote Social Communication and Development
Saturday, 7th of March 2020
Gabriela Hennigan , ABA Therapist
Autism: Signs and Symptoms
Saturday, 22nd of February 2020
Gita Srikanth & Swati Narayan, ABA and ACT Therapists
Diet & Nutrition: Pacifying the Autistic Picky Eater
Saturday, 1st of February 2020
Nilam Pacharne, Clinical Dietician
Understanding Autism: Managing the Spectrum Across the Life-Span
Saturday, 18th of January 2020
Milind Sonawane, Senior Speech & Language Therapist
Autism Parenting: The Best Approach to Each Challenge
Saturday, 4th of January 2020
Dr. Avinash De Sousa, Psychiatrist & Psychotherapist
Autism Education : How to Create an Inclusive Environment in Schools
Saturday, 21st of December 2019
Pradipta Kanugo, founder of Blooming Dale Academy High School
Attention Span: Befriending Your Autistic Child’s Elusive Buddy
Sunday, 15th of December 2019
Karthik R. Rao, Developmental Physiotherapist
Speech Therapy: Building Communication & Language Skills for your Autistic Child
Saturday, 30th of November 2019
Ms. Yaashna Rajani , Consulting Audiologist and Speech Therapist
The Medical Side of Autism Management
Saturday, 9th of November 2019
Dr. Priti Mhatre, Developmental Pediatrician
Sensory Integration: Things You Can Do At Home For Your Autistic Child
Saturday, 19th of October 2019
Dr. Sushant Deepak Sarang, Occupational Therapist
Behaviour Modification & Training: The ABCs of Managing Autistic Behaviour Challenges
Saturday, 28th of September 2019
Mr Vishal Ganar, Rehabilitation Psychologist and Counsellor
Food & Nutrition: How To Choose The Best Foods For Your Autistic Child
Sunday, 4th of August 2019
Ms Luana Mascarenhas, Dietician
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: Mindfully ACT Towards Behavior Modification
Saturday, 6th of July 2019
Gita Srikanth & Swati Narayan, Gita Srikanth is the Masters in BCBA & Swati Narayan is the Masters in ABA
Autism Moms: How To Find The Perfect Work-Life Balance
Saturday, 15th of June 2019
Ms Poonam Shah, Counselling Psychologist & Remedial Educator
All About Autism: What Can It Mean for Your Child's Education & Daily Living?
Saturday, 18th of May 2019
Dr. Chaula Badiani, Occupational Therapist
Play Skills in Children with Autism: Assessment and Intervention
Saturday, 11th of May 2019
Dr. Namita Shenai Vadhavkar, Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Aquatic Therapy & Speech Therapy: A Unique Approach For a Holistic Development in Autistic Children
Saturday, 27th of April 2019
Dr. Amruta Paranjape & Nikita Kirane Speech Therapist, Dr. Amruta Paranjape, a senior Physiotherapist & Aquatic Therapy Specialist & Nikita Kirane a Speech
Occupational Therapy & Sensory Integration: Brothers in Arms in Befriending Autism
Saturday, 13th of April 2019
Dr. Myola D’sa, Occupational Therapist
Applied Behavior Analysis ( ABA): A Step by Step Behavior Modification Program for Your Autistic Child
Tuesday, 2nd of April 2019
Ridhima Sharma Kirolikar, Pediatric Psychologist and ABA Practitioner