1. Overview www.genesiscounselingcenter.com

2. Services for Autism Spectrum www.genesiscounselingcenter.com Assessment: Best Practice Testing for Autism, ADHD, Aspergers ADOS-II Social Skills Groups Neurofeedback Services Outpatient Counseling

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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) www.genesiscounselingcenter.com

8. 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 www.genesiscounselingcenter.com

9. Club Teen: Girls Group (ages 13-17)  Identity  Communication  Distress Tolerance  Being Mindful  Emotion Regulation Skills  Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills  Skills for Success www.genesiscounselingcenter.com

10. 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 www.genesiscounselingcenter.com

11. Counseling Services  Individual counseling for ADHD, Asperger’s Disorder, and high functioning Autistic clients  Family support counseling  Group counseling www.genesiscounselingcenter.com

12. Who are We? www.genesiscounselingcenter.com 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.