Crisis Services
ASERT does not offer crisis services through our Resource Center. If you or someone you love is experiencing mental health distress or thoughts of suicide please call or text 988 for support.
Professionals
ASERT is here to support those who support individuals with autism. We have a wide range of resources designed for professionals who work with individuals on the spectrum.
Check out some of our top resources highlighted below, or search through the hundreds of resources available for professionals!
Support Professional Resources
This is a collection of resources from various sources for autism support professionals. Topics range from general autism information to mental health, relationships, daily life, rapport building, goal setting, safety and crisis management, professionalism, service navigation, and more.
View ResourceAutism Interaction and Communication Guide
Resources for professionals on Executive Functioning, Emotional Regulation, Theory of Mind, Sensory Differences, and general communication with individuals on the autism spectrum.
View ResourceJustice Resource Collection
This is a collection of resources on the topic of the justice system for justice system professionals and individuals with autism. Topics range from the law to court appearances, interacting with police, and more.
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Be Well, Think Well: Supporting Individuals with Anxiety and Autism
This resource, part of the Be Well, Think Well resource collection, provides information about supporting individuals with anxiety and autism through panic attacks and various relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, imagery, progressive muscle relaxation, and grounding techniques.
Read moreBe Well, Think Well: Supporting Individuals with Autism and Psychotic Disorders
Working with individuals who have autism and a co-occurring psychotic disorder can be challenging. This pagewill provide you with some tips to help make your work more effective.
Read moreBe Well, Think Well: Supporting Individuals with Bipolar and Autism
Use this resource to get suggestions on how to support someone with bipolar disorder.
Read moreBe Well, Think Well: Supporting Individuals with Depression and Autism
This resource provides information on how to support individuals with autism who also have a diagnosis of depression.
Read moreBehavioral Activation for Depression
This resource, developed by ASERT, provides information about what behavioral activation is and how it can be used to help treat depression.
Read moreBeing a Careful Reader of Coronavirus Information
This resource provides tips and suggestions for making sure that you're getting the best and most trustworthy information related to coronavirus.
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Building a Relationship of Mutual Respect
This specific resource provides professionals with information on building relationships with individuals on the autism spectrum.
Read moreBullying Social Story
This resource provides a visual guide for individuals with autism on what to do if they get bullied.
Read moreCharting the LifeCourse Toolkit
The LifeCourse Toolkit is a series of resources that individuals with autism and their families can use to plan for their future.
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