Join Albert Knapp, PsyD, BCBA-D, RPT-S, a clinical psychologist, a board-certified behavior analyst-doctoral, and a registered play therapist-supervisor.

 

Event Highlights:

1. Learn about the diagnosis process and effective intervention methods.

2. Discover ways to create a joyful, healthy home environment.

3. Explore creative approaches like music, art, and visuals to connect with your child.

4. Gain practical tips for managing behavior in public spaces.

5. Education Choices: Public or private school?

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Time:

August 2, 2024
10 am - 1 pm PT

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Location: Irvine Center

Join Jennifer Gu, UCLA Ph.D. and postdoctoral fellow at California Institute of Technology.

 

Are you curious about how your child's nutrition impacts their brain development? Would you like to learn how a scientifically balanced diet can enhance your child's cognitive and intellectual growth? To help your child achieve optimal brain development and health during their growth journey, we invite you to join our expert conversation.

 

Event Highlights:

1. The connection between nutrition and children's brain development

2. Foods that benefit or harm brain growth

3. How to supplement nutrients for picky eaters

4. Tips for maintaining a healthy diet

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Time:
August 9th, 2024
10 am - 11:30 am PT

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Location: Irvine Center

A conversation with HuiQi Tong, co-founder and advisor of Cogleap, clinical professor in the department of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University, and  director of the Mindfulness program at Stanford Center for integrative medicine.

 

Are you feeling overwhelmed by parenting challenges? Do you find yourself emotionally out of control due to parenting struggles? Is your child’s emotional instability and difficulty focusing creating tension at home? Does your child’s communication barrier make it hard to build a meaningful parent-child connection? 

 

Join professor HuiQi Tong’s expert conversation on mindful parenting!

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Time:
September 1, 2024
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm PT

Location: Silicon Valley Center

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Time:
September 2, 2024
10:30 am - 12:00 noon PT

Location: Irvine Center

In this special event, Biil Greenfield, independent facilitator and education specialist, will provide a detailed explanation of the SDP application process, tips for managing funds effectively, and how to utilize these resources to support your child’s growth and development! This is an opportunity you won’t want to miss—learn how to maximize government funding to provide personalized services and support for your child.

 

Event HIghlights:

1. Overview of Self-Determination Programs

2. Steps to develop a person centered plan

3. Selecting services and managing budgets effectively

4. Inspring success stories and practical advice

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Link: https://youtu.be/Ay9aVSs_HzE

As a parent of a child with special needs, you may often feel uncertain about which intervention method is best for your child. Imagine the difference it could make if you had a deep understanding of the real-world impact of various therapies and expert guidance to help you make more informed decisions.

 

Event HIghlights:

1. Understand different interventions: ABA, speech therapy, occupational therapy, play therapy, HFS cognitive training, and more.

2. Identify your child’s needs: discover unique strengths and challenges for intervention.

3. Expert insights: the latest research and proven strategies.

 

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8gTQuKmHgY

Join Professor Lilly Cheng, the first Chinese-American speech therapist and clinical expert in the United States, with 40 years of invaluable experience helping children with autism. She is also a distinguished professor at the School of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences at San Diego State University.

 

Event Highlights:

1. How can understanding neurodiversity transform my child’s commiunication skills?

2. What practical strategies can I use to support my child’s language development?

3. How does a strength-based approach help my children reach their potential?

4. Is learning multiple languages beneficial for my child?

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Time:
November 16th, 2024
10:00 am - 11:30 am PT

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Location: Irvine Center