Event
Lets Play | Caregiver Information Session | CliniKids
Description
Let’s Play
Learn about play, why it’s important, how it develops, and what it can look like for young autistic children. Understand how you can support your child’s play development in a neuro-affirming manner, that allows them to be their unique self. Help them navigate the world of play around them, and the joy that comes from playing with others.
What is covered?
• Development of play skills
• Strengths of autistic children relating to play
• Ideas to promote authentic play
• Redefining play in a neuro-affirming way
• Ideas how to support play with peers
Presenter
Marie Rodatz - Clinical Lead, Occupational Therapy
Bio
Marie is an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years’ experience working with children and teenagers with developmental differences. She holds a Bachelor and Master's degrees in Occupational Therapy and has gathered experience as an Occupational Therapist in Germany, Ireland, the US and Australia.
Marie is trained in a number of approaches including the SCERTS (Social Communication – Emotional Regulation – Transactional Supports) Model for Autism, CO-OP (Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance and ESDM (Early Start Denver Model).
Marie’s favourite part of her job is simply having fun with children by following their lead and finding their smile whilst supporting them to become independent and successful in their daily lives at home, in school, and in play. She is also enthusiastic about working collaboratively with parents and working together as a team to support the family.
Marie has a particular interest in understanding and supporting each child’s unique learning style so they feel included and respected.
