May 23rd 630 – 830pm – Its Okay to Ask: Breaking the Taboos through an honest dialogue on life with ASD!
Experts will address a variety of topics including but not limited to: puberty, sexuality, hygiene, education, aggression, nutrition, sibling support, residential treatment options, etc.
Our Expert Panel includes:
•Dr. Mark Freilich – Developmental Pediatrician – Total Kids Developmental Pediatric Resources
•Katie Wright – Mother, Advocate, Voice to Be Heard – National Autism Association and Autism Speaks
•Steve Goldstein – Educational Lawyer – Law Offices of Steven L. Goldstein
•Peggy Becker – Mother, Advocate – Treasurer of the National Autism Association NY Metro Chapter
•Vernee Butterfield – Speech Team Leader – Signature Learning Resources
•Darnell Newsum – Mother, Advocate, Voice to Be Heard
•Sandy Pih Shumar – MSEd, LMSW, BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst), Sibling Relationship and SibShop expert – Coordinator of Special Programming at Manhattan Childrens Center
•Alex Kern – Soon-to-be-BCBA , Tiger Dad, Advocate
•Jen Fiorentino – Mother, Advocate, Voice to be Heard
•Ken Siri – Father, Advocate, Author – Cutting Edge Therapies for Autism and 1001 Tips for Parents of Autistic Boys
•Susan Roberts – Occupational Therapist, Nutrition Consultant and Expert, Author – My Kid Eats Everything: A journey from picky to adventurous eating