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Autism Clinic Upcoming Live Events

Virtual training opportunities

Children’s Mercy is currently offering virtual educational opportunities for families, health care professionals and community professionals in place of our in-person educational trainings. All virtual sessions are free and you must register to attend.

If you are interested in a topic, please reserve a spot by sending an email to autism@cmh.edu. Thank you for helping us all keep safe.

Upcoming events

Autism Family (VIRTUAL) Training Series Presents:

Preparing Yourself/Loved One with Autism for Contact with Law Enforcement


This training identifies practical steps a person can take to identify themselves as a person with autism during a law enforcement contact.  Also discussed with be steps you can take to keep yourself and your loved one safe during law enforcement interactions.  This session includes a video scenario of actors with autism during an encounter with law enforcement. 

When: Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

Location: Virtual

Presenter: Alison Anderson, LCSW

Training is free, but registration is required

Register for Preparing Yourself/Loved One with Autism for Contact with Law Enforcement

 

Depression and Anxiety in Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder


This training will explore recognizing and addressing mental health differences (e.g. depression, anxiety) in youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Unique manifestations, challenges, and an overview of evidence-based psychosocial and medical treatments will be discussed.  Attendees will learn about prevention, safety planning, and how family collaboration plays a crucial role in successful outcomes.

When: Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Location: Virtual

Presenter: Darren Olsen, PhD

Training is free, but registration is required.

Register for Depression and Anxiety in Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder

 

Next Steps after an Autism Diagnosis


This training is intended for any family/caregiver that has recently received an autism diagnosis – or has a diagnosis and has not yet had an opportunity to attend.  Discussed will be the criteria for being diagnosed; evidence-based therapies that can help some of the challenges; how to connect with services –to name a few.  

When: Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Location: Virtual

Presenters: Sarah de Marchena, PhD, Alison Anderson, LCSW, Mary Anne Hammond, BS

Training is free and registration is required.

Register for Next Steps after an Autism Diagnosis

 

Toileting Struggles and Solutions


Toilet Training is a very important developmental milestone, and it often can be harder for children with autism. This training will:

  • Review the developmental signs for toilet training readiness
  • Identify challenges for children with ASD
  • Teach new strategies for children that have been unsuccessful with traditional training methods

When: Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Location: Virtual

Presenter: Jo Ann Youngblood, PhD

Training is free, registration is Required

Register for Toileting Struggles and Solutions