A Lifespan Perspective of Autism with Dr. Tyler Whitney
Join Dr. Holmes and Dr. Whitney as they discuss key moments from his keynote presentation: Short and Long-term consequences of COVID-19 on individuals with ASD and his workshop presentation on changes in criteria from DSM IV to DSM 5. Many topics are discussed on life transition and changes needed to understand better and accommodate those on the spectrum.
About Dr. Whitney:
Dr. Whitney received his Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology in 2001 from the Forest Institute of Professional Psychology (FIPP). He interned at St. Charles Hospital and Rehabilitation Center (SUNY-Stony Brook Health Sciences System) in Port Jefferson, New York (Long Island). Dr.
Whitney has conducted outcome research and published on ways families can help their children cope with medical and developmental differences. He has 21 years of clinical experience working with children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders,
and 17 years of experience working with families and children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Disclaimer:
When we have guests on the ASR podcast, they are recognized for their expertise on autism as an advocate, self-advocates, clinicians, parents, or other professionals in the field. They may or may not be part of the faith community; having a guest on the broader topic of autism does not reflect complete agreement with the guest, just as many guests may not agree with our faith perspective. Guests are chosen by topic for the chosen podcast discussion and are not necessarily in full agreement with all beliefs of the chosen guest(s).