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The Shift: Supporting Autistic People’s Mental Health: Clinician and Client Perspectives
March 22, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Join us virtually for our next “The Shift” event on Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023, from 12:00pm-1:00pm ET. The event is held virtually on Hopin. Please click the button below to register for the event.
Learning Objectives
- Describe key challenges Autistic people often face receiving effective mental health care
- Identify autism informed adaptations to clinical practice
Our Speakers
Riley Goldsmith is a Youth Engagement Specialist at the Margaret and Wallace McCain Centre for Child, Youth and Family Mental Health at CAMH. As a disabled, autistic adult who has direct and extensive experience with the mental health system, Riley hopes to further the research and understanding of the intersection of disabilities and mental health.
Mirella B. has been an advocate for over two decades with experience working in hospital and community-based organizations across Ontario and Quebec. Currently, Mirella sits on the Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre’s Self-Advocate Advisory, co-facilitates a monthly workshop for newly diagnosed autistic clients at CAMH, and regularly presents to medical professionals and students.
Ami Tint is a clinician scientist and clinical psychologist at the Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre at CAMH. Her research uses mixed methods to understand how to improve supports and services for and with people with neurodevelopmental conditions, with a particular focus on the mental health needs of Autistic girls and women.
Geneva Centre Presents The Shift
Geneva Centre for Autism has envisioned a new and exciting free virtual series targeting the neurodiverse community, parents & caregivers, educators, healthcare & public service professionals.
“The Shift” invites leading industry experts alongside community members to deep dive into diverse topics, allowing viewers to expand their own understanding, challenge pre-existing beliefs, stay on top of the latest research and build their resource toolbox.
These 1-hour interactive sessions present a range of perspectives and expertise aimed to increase meaningful change, expand the dialogue and empower our neurodiverse community to thrive, one “shift” at a time.
