UCLA PEERS for Preschoolers Training Seminar by Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson
February 18, 2025
Date : 8 March 2025 (Saturday)
Time : 2pm – 4pm
Venue : Pacific Speech Therapy & Learning Centre HQ Singapore, Novena Medical Centre, 10 Sinaran Drive #10-04, 307506
Registration Fee : 70SGD
About the workshop:
This workshop is designed to help parents, and caregivers enhance the play skills of children aged 2-7 years old, diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other communication disorders.
About the presenter:
Meet Jona, a dynamic speech therapist who’s been helping kids find their voices for over 20 years! With a degree in Speech Pathology from the University of the Philippines, she’s led teams as a Principal Speech Therapist across the Philippines, Indonesia, and Singapore. Jona specializes in a fun, play-based approach, working with children with communication challenges like ASD, childhood apraxia of speech, and sensory processing disorders. Trained in Ayres Sensory Integration, she’s a strong advocate for a holistic approach, always teaming up with parents, caregivers, and professionals for the best outcomes!
Key Takeaways:
- Neurodivergent Play: Learn how to embrace and nurture your child’s unique play style, encouraging creativity, exploration, and growth in a way that feels natural for them.
- Child-Led Play: Understand the importance of letting your child take the lead in play, and find out how your supportive role can boost their communication and emotional well-being.
- Play Skills and Social Development: Get practical strategies to engage with your child during play, help them embrace and explore beyond repetitive patterns, and foster individualised social skills through fun and meaningful interaction.
