Person-centred therapy and the Autistic Spectrum

The autistic spectrum is a broad umbrella incorporating such terms as ‘Asperger’s Syndrome’, ‘Autism’, ‘High Functioning Autism’ and ‘Autistic spectrum disorder’.  Many children and adults who have diagnoses within the spectrum are able to attend mainstream schools, colleges and workplaces,  yet they can experience a great deal of confusion and anxiety in any social setting.  This study day will focus on autistic thinking styles and how these impact on everyday living and in particular on the therapy relationship.  Time will be given to input/discussion, experiential processing and discussion of case work where desirable by participants.  Jan has been working with adolescents and adults with diagnoses on the autism spectrum in different environments, for over 40 years and has two adult sons, each of whom are individuals on the autistic spectrum.  She also gives training on related issues like learning disabilities, taking her understanding of the inner worlds of her clients to residential care workers, support workers, social workers, teachers and counsellors.