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Services for Autism Spectrum
www.genesiscounselingcenter.com
• Assessment: • Best Practice Testing for Autism, ADHD,
Aspergers• ADOS-II
• Social Skills Groups• Neurofeedback Services• Outpatient Counseling
Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) Semi-structured Standardized Assesses communication,
social interaction, play/imaginative use of materials, and restricted/repetitive behaviors
“Gold Standard” observational assessment for diagnosing autism spectrum disorders
ADOS Modules
Examiners observe behaviors that are directly relevant to the diagnosis of ASD at different developmental levels and chronological ages. Toddler Module: 12-30 months of age Module 1 – 31 months and older, single word
speech Module 2 – Children of any age, phrase speech Module 3 – Children and young adolescents,
verbally fluent Module 4 – Older adolescents and adults,
verbally fluent
Administration
Administration time is 40-60 minutes
Clients asked to complete a variety of tasks such as: Telling stories Engaging in imaginative
play Engaging in reciprocal
social interaction Solving puzzles
Tasks are adjusted for age, developmental level, and language abilities
Scoring
Three categories of scores make up the final “ADOS-2 comparison score,” a score used to determine if the child is autistic, on the autism spectrum or non spectrum. Language and Communication
Speech abnormalities, conversation skills, use of gestures, ability to communicate information, etc.
Reciprocal Social Interaction Eye contact, facial expressions, empathy, social insight, etc.
Stereotyped behaviors and Restricted Interests Unusual sensory interests, excessive interest in highly
specific topics, compulsions, rituals, etc. Additional scoring for Imagination, Agitation, Disruptive Behavior
and Anxiety
Groups
Kidz Klub I (ages 6-9)
Kidz Klub II (ages 9-12)
Club Teen: Girls Group (ages 13-17)
Young Adult Asperger’s Group (ages 17 to 27)
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Social Skills Group Curriculum
The MindUP Curriculum, created by The Hawn Foundation and Scholastic, is a research based approach to helping children learn about their brain in order to be mindful and consciously aware. Children specifically learn:
Self-Awareness: assessing feelings, interests, values, strengths, and maintaining self-confidence
Self-Management: regulating emotions to handle stress, control impulses, and persevere
Social Awareness: understanding different perspectives and empathizing with others
Relationship Skills: maintaining healthy relationships, resisting inappropriate peer pressure, resolving conflicts, and seeking help
Responsible Decision Making: learning to use a variety of resources in order to make good decisions
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Club Teen: Girls Group (ages 13-17)
Identity Communication Distress Tolerance Being Mindful Emotion Regulation Skills Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills Skills for Success
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Neurofeedback Services
Genesis Neurofeedback
FDA approved Helpful for mood regulation, sustained
attention, relaxation training Dr. Amanda Trent, Licensed Clinical
Psychologist, is our Genesis Neurofeedback Director
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Counseling Services
Individual counseling for ADHD, Asperger’s Disorder, and high functioning Autistic clients
Family support counseling Group counseling
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Who are We?
www.genesiscounselingcenter.com
• Genesis currently has three outpatient counseling offices in Hampton, Williamsburg, and Chesapeake, VA.
• The Genesis’ clinicians (currently over 30) are Psychologists, LPC’s, LMFT’s, LCSW’s, and residents.
• We provide outpatient counseling, psychological testing, and neurofeedback services.
• Genesis’ Residents serve at Lackey Free Clinic and Youth Challenge.
• Our mission is to touch and inspire more lives, in more parts of the world, more completely.