New York, NY (1888PressRelease)
April 25, 2009 - The New York Metro Chapter of the National Autism Association (NAA) presents... "What is ABA and How Does it Work Side by Side with Biomedical Interventions?" by autism expert, Dr, Doreen Granpeesheh on Tuesday, April 28th, 2009 at the Rebecca School, 40 East 30th Street, 5th Floor. Social/Network hour starts at 6:00pm. Dr. Granpeesheh begins speaking at 7:00pm.
Treatment approaches grounded in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) are now considered to be at the forefront of educational interventions for children with autism. However, Dr. Granpeesheh will discuss how research supports a biomedical etiology for autism and while studies are conducted to identify exact biomedical pathways, many case studies point to successful outcome with biomedical treatments. While ABA and biomedical practitioners have individually helped provide successful treatment models for autism, in developing a "Best Practices" Model, these interventions must work together to provide the best possibilities for successful outcome.
Attendees do not have to register or pay a registration fee. Seating is limited and attendees are encouraged to arrive early.
About Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh:
Doreen Granpeesheh, PhD, BCBA is the Founder and Executive Director of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc. (CARD) and President of the Board of Autism Care and Treatment Today (ACT Today!). Dr. Granpeesheh received her Ph.D. in Psychology from UCLA and is licensed by the Medical Board of California, the Texas State Board of Psychologists and the Arizona State Board of Psychologist Examiners.
Dr. Granpeesheh holds a Certificate of Professional Qualification in Psychology from the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and has been providing behavioral therapy since 1979.
In 1990, Dr. Granpeesheh founded the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc. (CARD) and through its 20 offices world wide, she has provided diagnosis, assessment and behavioral treatment for thousands of children with autism and related disorders.
In 2005, Dr. Granpeesheh founded ACT Today!, a non-profit organization that provides support and funding to families of children with Autism. In addition, Dr. Granpeesheh is also a principle member of the Thoughtful House Center for Children, a charity organization that provides behavioral services in collaboration with medical treatment and research.
Dr. Granpeesheh is member of the Defeat Autism Now Executive Council, on the Scientific Advisory Board of the US Autism and Asperger's Association and First Vice Chair of the National Board of Directors of the Autism Society of America. Dr. Granpeesheh is also the executive director and co-producer of the award-winning documentary, RECOVERED: Journeys Through the Autism Spectrum and Back.
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