Adapting psychological therapies for autism

• Published in: Research in autism spectrum disorders Vol. 45; pp. 43 - 50
• Main Authors: Cooper, K., Loades, M.E., Russell, A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Ltd 01.01.2018
• Subjects: Autism; Cognitive behavioural therapy; Psychological therapy; Therapist training; Training; Training; Autism; Psychological therapy; Cognitive behavioural therapy; Therapist training

•Adapted CBT can be an effective intervention for mental health problems in autism.•We surveyed therapist confidence and skills in adapting CBT for autistic people.•Therapists varied in confidence across skills and did make some adaptations.•Therapists reported challenges to working with this group....