Module 11: Crisis prevention and de-escalation

Facilitator: Andy Song, PhD, BCBA, LMHCA – Kids and Family Counseling

6/9/25 12:30-1:30pm. REGISTRATION COMING SOON

6/12/25 3:30-4:30pm. REGISTRATION COMING SOON

Each session will be offered twice a week (Monday and Thursday) for two opportunities to attend the same training. Courses may be taken independently of the others and folks can register for one or many!

TARGET AUDIENCE
Therapist, Counselors, Peer Supports, BCBA, SLP, OT, RN/APP, Psychologist, Parents, Caregivers

TRAINING DESCRIPTION
This module focuses on identifying early signs of behavioral or psychiatric crisis in autistic individuals and applying de-escalation strategies tailored to sensory and communication needs. Safety planning, staff training protocols, and post-crisis reviews will be addressed. The importance of trauma-informed responses and proactive supports will be emphasized through case review and sample crisis planning tools.

CONTENTS
Module 11: Crisis prevention and de-escalation

1. Title Slide: Crisis Intervention in ASD
2. Risk Factors for Psychiatric Crisis
3. Early Indicators of Escalation
4. De-escalation Tools Specific to Sensory and Communication Needs
5. Safety Planning in Behavioral Health Settings
6. Staff Training Considerations
7. Post-Crisis Review and Learning
8. Example Crisis Plan and Case Discussion

LEARNING OUTCOMES
Participants will be able to identify risk factors and early indicators of crisis in ASD, implement de-escalation strategies responsive to sensory and communication needs, and develop individualized safety plans.