OCASG will be hosting ONLINE expert-led Teens-Only support sessions. This “Teens-Only” group is intended for teens from age 13 to 18 who have their own unique challenges including bullying, academic stress, family conflict, and limited friendships.
This discussion group is being led by noted psychologist and Autism expert Dr. Alex Gantman.
Meeting Dates:
- Sunday, 6/26/2022
- Sunday, 9/25/2022
- Sunday, 11/6/2022
Time: 10:00 am to Noon
The fee is $20 per session for dues-paying members of OCASG only. Note that you will need to execute a Liability Waiver.
Click HERE to pay and register.
About Dr. Gantman
Dr. Alexander Gantman has unique clinical training in evidence-based treatments and expertise in the domain of psychosocial functioning of adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Anxiety and Mood Disorders. Dr. Gantman received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from PGSP-Stanford University Consortium. He received a highly prestigious Ruth L. Kirchstein Institutional (T32) National Research Service Award from the National Institute for Mental Health. At UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience, he was a Principal Investigator on the adaptation and development of the PEERS Program, an evidence-based, parent-assisted, social skills group intervention for adolescents, to address the unique needs of college age young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders. His research has been published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, and his work has been presented at professional conferences including the International Meeting for Autism Research.
