Parents - don't miss Kathleen Platzman, Ph.D (from Atlanta!) and Lois Gold, OTR/L speak on Autism, Sensory and Emotional Development, and how PARENTS are an effective part of the treatment team!!

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Don't wait to get your tickets! www.casablancaacademy.org/event.htmlCasaBlanca Academy and Barry University present THE DIR® CONFERENCE 2012Integrating Approaches to Autism Interventions Saturday May 19 from 9:00am-4:30pm atBARRY UNIVERSITYs Room 111, 11300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores FL 33161 FEATURINGUnderstanding the Contributions of Sensory Processing and Emotional Development to Autism and Related DisordersLois Gold, OTR/L Parents as Part of the Treatment Team: When it Works and When it REALLY Works;Considering the Individual Differences of the FamilyKathleen Platzman, Ph. D. The Role of Nutrition in Children with Autism and Related DisordersDawn Simon, RD/LDN Presuming Competence and Communication Ability with Supported Typing Romaine, Special Educator/Communication Consultant *********************************************************************************************************************** Join us for one of the region’s largest and most prestigious conferences for individuals on the autistic spectrum, their families and the professionals who treat and provide them support. This conference is not to be missed, highlighting the multitude of approaches to autism and related disorders, and how to determine what will work for each individual. Come meet a panel of experts and

network with the autism and special needs community of South Florida.Tickets: $75 includes lunch(Students with valid ID: $20)Visit www.casablancaacademy.org for information and tickets! Seating is limited.Who Should Attend?• Parents of autistic and special needs children • Professionals: Educators, Therapists, Psychologists, Medical Doctors • Advocates• Service providers to the special needs community