It is the goal of the CAAPABLE program to prepare adolescents and adults with ASD and related disorders by building foundational skills through individual and group therapies. We focus on:

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• Insight into oneself: The exploration of strengths and weaknesses (through comprehensive evaluation), values, and ways in which one can make a living; to support self-determination and educational / job-related decision making.

• Skill building: Social and communication skills, executive function strategies (e.g., planning organization, initiation), and independent living skills.

• Coping:  Psychotherapy (utilizing cognitive behavioral and acceptance- commitment therapy techniques). We address awareness of thoughts and emotions, acceptance, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, developing evidence-based thought and problem-solving, and taking committed action.

 

In addition to in-house therapies, we offer Training for High School and college staff in the SOS: Social Skills in Our Schools transition program (a multi-year program to help schools prepare their students with ASD to effectively transition to work or further education). Click here to learn more about the SOS program.