Autism and Solution-focused Practice

by Els Mattelin, Hannelore Volckaert, Elaine Cook (Editor)

To help clients with autism think differently about their future, practitioners need to think differently about autism...Solution-focused practice is founded on a firm belief that the full potential of every human being can be realized. This concise, pragmatic guide explains how the practice can be effectively adapted to help clients on the autism spectrum find solutions to their problems, by addressing autism not as a disability but as a different way of thinking. The first section is a helpful introduction to how solution-focused practitioners can gain an understanding of autism by viewing it from a 'different culture' perspective; the second part offers handy rules and tips for applying knowledge respectfully and creating successful conversations with clients.People with autism often feel let down by social support services. This forward-thinking book is a vital resource for helping clients feel welcome and empowered in helping settings and beyond.

107 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 21, 2017

Reviews

[Megan Bevers · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great framework for therapists to work with autistics in an empowering way.

[Quietly Reading · Rating 4 out of 5]

This books shares the solution-focused practice of support of ASD folks; emphasis is on framework and mindset of the approach, and treating as cross-cultural communication re: strengths and differences with ASD. This is not a directive "how-to" workbook.

[Zoe · Rating 2 out of 5]

nice try but not unto date and neuro affirmative enough