How to Be a More Autism-Affirming Therapist: Key Practices for Inclusive Therapy

Title Slide: "How to Be a More Autism-Affirming Therapist" ✅ “Drop functioning labels (like ‘high-functioning’)” “These flatten complex needs and strengths.” ✅ “Ask about sensory needs & communication styles” “Not everyone processes or expresses the same.” ✅ “Respect stimming, pacing, or silence” “Let go of neurotypical expectations.” ✅ “Learn from autistic adults—not just diagnostic manuals.” “Center lived experience.”, Title slide for workshop on autism-affirming practices. Lists key points on being a supportive therapist. Highlights need to drop functioning labels and respect individual experiences

Create a professional and educational title slide for a presentation on becoming a more autism-affirming therapist. The slide should feature the title "How to Be a More Autism-Affirming Therapist" prominently at the top. Include clear, informative bullet points such as "Drop functioning labels like 'high-functioning' because these flatten complex needs and strengths," "Ask about sensory needs and communication styles since not everyone processes or expresses the same," and "Respect stimming, pacing, or silence by letting go of neurotypical expectations." Additionally, prioritize learning from autistic adults by centering on lived experiences rather than just diagnostic manuals. The design should be clean and professional, with text that is easy to read and visually balanced, Title slide for a presentation about autism-affirming therapy with key points listed