{"title":"Audrey Scaer","description":"\u003cp\u003eAudrey Scaer’s work offers insightful and compassionate guidance within the realm of health and wellness, focusing especially on neurodiversity and autism. Her writing combines clinical expertise with a respectful understanding of autistic experiences, making her books valuable to professionals and those seeking deeper awareness alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful exploration of therapeutic approaches and affirming strategies designed to support autistic clients. Scaer’s clear, empathetic style invites a nuanced appreciation of individuality and wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"understanding-and-affirming-autistic-clients-by-chris-dabbs-9798881806804","title":"Understanding and Affirming Autistic Clients","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnderstanding and Affirming Autistic Clients\u003c\/em\u003e is an accessible primer focused on the provision of neuro-affirming clinical care for autistic clients, written from the perspective of autistic clinicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn eight chapters, this book provides actionable steps without the assumption of expert autism knowledge. It begins by building foundational knowledge for understanding what autism is and how to talk about it using current language practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book then explains how to recognise and assess for autism, alongside providing an overview of co-occurring mental health concerns among this population. It also includes strategies for effective communication and interventions with autistic individuals, supporting them day-to-day, and maintaining ethical clinical practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBroadening beyond individual clients, the book outlines strategies for supporting families and caregivers of autistic individuals, with an emphasis on understanding the impact that autism may have on family dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnderstanding and Affirming Autistic Clients\u003c\/em\u003e is the answer for clinicians asking themselves how they can better serve their autistic clients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471871164652,"sku":"9798881806804","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/f3ad45e0f6eaefd85b511e35ca5285a8.jpg?v=1775693152"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/audrey-scaer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}