Webinars
In 2010, Monarch Center for Autism launched its free webinar/lecture series, facilitated by experts on autism-related topics. Since then, Monarch has offered monthly webinars/lectures to members of the autism community, many of which are archived below. Information and registration for upcoming webinars/lectures are typically available a month prior to the event by clicking here.
Creating, Customizing, and Using Visual Schedules with Students on the Autism Spectrum
5/18/2021 1:00 PM
This webinar was presented on May 18, 2021 by Mandi Rickelman, MA (Director of Early Childhood Services and Co-Director of Welcoming Spaces Program at Monarch Center for Autism).
Increasing Developmental Assets and Building Resiliency in Children with Autism
4/20/2021 2:00 PM
This webinar was presented on April 20, 2020 by Melissa (Missy) McClain, Community Education Program Coordinator, Akron Children’s Hospital.
Teaching Play and Leisure Skills to Students with Autism
2/18/2021 1:00 PM
This webinar was presented on February 18, 2021 by Judy Borgen, M.Ed., BCBA/COBA (Behavior Analyst at Monarch Center for Autism) and Rachel Upp, B.A. (Behavior Specialist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Successfully Reaching Kids with Autism Through Distance Learning
12/03/2020 2:00 PM
This webinar was presented on December 3, 2020 by Heidi Pitlor (Coordinator of Distance Learning and Intervention Specialist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Compassionate Classrooms: Mindfulness-Based Skills to Promote Resilience and Connection in the Autism Classroom
11/19/2020 1:00 PM
This webinar was presented on November 19, 2020 by Megan Davis, LISW/S, RYT/500 (Megan Davis Yoga + Wellness).
How to Create Daily Schedules to Support Home-Based Learning for Students with Autism
5/14/2020 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on May 14, 2020 by Heli Vires-Collins, M.A., BCBA/COBA (Behavior Analyst at Monarch Center for Autism) and Amee Jones, RBT (Behavior Specialist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Comorbid Disorders and Useful Intervention Techniques for Children with Autism
4/30/2020 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on April 30, 2020 by Dr. Christine Barry (Pediatric Neuropsychologist at Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center).
Enhancing Communication for Individuals with Autism: Prompting and AAC
3/12/2020 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on March 12, 2020 by Lauren Williams, M.A. CCC-SLP (Assistive Technology Specialist and Speech/Language Pathologist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Autism and Self-Regulation: Facilitating Participation at School and in the Community
2/20/2020 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on February 20, 2020 by Anna Greenspan, OTR/L (Director of the Occupational Therapy Department at Monarch Center for Autism), Alexandra Schriefer, OTR/L (Occupational Therapist at Monarch Center for Autism), and Sarah Dean, OTR/L (Occupational Therapist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Educational and Home-based Technology for Individuals with Autism
1/23/2020 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on January 23, 2020 by Christian Karter, M.A. (Educational Technology Specialist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Create and Implement Transition Plans for Students with Autism: A Recipe for Success
12/12/2019 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on December 12, 2019 by Julie Collison, M.Ed. (Transition Coordinator at Monarch Center for Autism).
Reducing Challenging Behaviors in Students with Autism: Merging Visual Language and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
11/21/2019 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on November 21, 2019 by Rebecca Remner, MS CCC-SLP (Director of Speech Language Pathology at Monarch Center for Autism) and Monica Fisher, M.Ed., BCBA/COBA (Director of the Behavior Department at Monarch Center for Autism).
Innovative Technology for Students on the Autism Spectrum
5/16/2019 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on May 16, 2019 by Christian Karter, M.A. (Educational Technology Specialist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Neuropsychological Evaluation and Co-Morbid Disorders for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
4/11/2019 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on April 11, 2019 by Dr. Christine T. Barry (Pediatric Neuropsychologist – Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital; Division of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics and Psychology Associate Professor – Cleveland Medical School).
Autism & Visual Supports: Powerful Strategies for School, Home and the Community
3/14/2019 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on March 14, 2019 by Rebecca Remner, MS CCC-SLP (Director of the Speech Language Pathology Department at Monarch Center for Autism) and Lauren Williams, MA CCC-SLP (Assistive Technology Specialist and Speech Language Pathologist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Autism & Anxiety - Assessment & Intervention
2/21/2019 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on February 21, 2019 by Dr. Sonal Moratschek (Medical Director of Wingspan Care Group; and Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist)
Creating & Implementing Effective Transition Plans for Adolescents with Autism
1/31/2019 3:00 PM
This webinar was presented on January 31, 2019 by Julie Collison, M.Ed. (Transition Coordinator and Supervisor at Monarch Center for Autism)
Autism, Sexual Health and Today's Sexual Culture
12/13/2018
This webinar was presented on December 13, 2018 by Katherine Antall, MS (Human Sexuality Specialist in the Behavioral Health Department at the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities).
Challenging Behaviors of Students with Autism: Proactive Skills and Reactive Strategies
11/29/2018
This webinar was presented on November 29, 2018 by Monica Fisher, M.Ed., BCBA/COBA (Director of the Behavior Department at Monarch Center for Autism).
Art, Music & Recreational Therapy: Helping Students with Autism Apply and Generalize Social Skills
5/17/2018
This webinar was presented on May 15, 2018 by Courtney Carnes, MS, ATR-BC (Art Therapist at Monarch Center for Autism), Julie Hopkins, MT-BC (Music Therapist at Monarch Center for Autism), and Erin Witschey, CTRS (Recreational Therapist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Repurposing Consumer Technology to Enhance Communication & Learning for Individuals with Autism
4/26/2018
This webinar was presented on April 26, 2018 by Dr. Howard C. Shane (Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School and Director of the Center for Communication Enhancement and the Autism Language Program at Boston Children's Hospital).
Current and Emerging Technology for Individuals with Autism
3/08/2018 3:00 PM
A presentation that was delivered via webinar on March 8, 2018 by Christian Karter, MA (Educational Technology Specialist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Visual Strategies for Individuals with Autism that Promote Success at School, at Home and in the Community, Part 1
2/22/2018
A presentation that was delivered via webinar on February 22, 2018 by Rebecca Remner, MS CCC-SLP (Director of Speech Language Pathology at Monarch Center for Autism) and Lauren Williams, MA CCC-SLP (Assistive Technology Specialist at Monarh Center for Autism).
Visual Strategies for Individuals with Autism that Promote Success at School, at Home and in the Community, Part 2
2/22/2018
A presentation that was delivered via webinar on February 22, 2018 by Rebecca Remner, MS CCC-SLP (Director of Speech Language Pathology at Monarch Center for Autism) and Lauren Williams, MA CCC-SLP (Assistive Technology Specialist at Monarh Center for Autism).
Autism and Mood Disorders: Assessment & Intervention
2/08/2018
A webinar by Dr. Sonal Moratschek (Clinical Senior Instructor at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals of Cleveland; Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Monarch Center for Autism).
Transition Planning for Individuals with Autism
12/14/2017
Contemporary Technology for the Autism Classroom (Webinar)
11/30/2017
Effective Approaches to Reduce and Replace Challenging Behaviors
10/13/2017
Art, Music & Recreational Therapy: Incorporating Creative Approaches for Students with Autism
5/11/2017 11:30 AM
Communication Innovations for Individuals with Autism
4/20/2017
Innovative Technology for Individuals with Autism: Part 1
3/16/2017
Innovative Technology for Individuals with Autism: Part 2
3/16/2017
Anxiety Disorders & Autism
2/09/2017
STABLE Accounts: National Savings & Investment Solutions for People with Disabilities
1/26/2017
Navigating the Transition into Adult Services
1/19/2017
Neuropsychological Evaluation and Intervention Strategies for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
12/08/2016
Functional Communication: An In-Depth Look at Reducing and Replacing Challenging Behaviors (Grades K-12)
11/10/2016
Autism in the Community: A Desensitization Approach
5/18/2016
Using an Interdisciplinary Approach to Managing Challenging Behaviors Exhibited by Individuals with Autism
4/28/2016
Integrating Autism & Mental Health Interventions with Behavioral Strategies
4/14/2016
Art & Music Therapy: The Value of Co-Treating Students with Autism
3/17/2016
Current & Emerging Technology for Individuals with Autism: Building Communication & Education Skills
12/14/2015
Integrating Autism & Mental Health Interventions with Educational Strategies (Grades K-12)
10/16/2015
Contemporary Technology for the Autism Classroom (Webinar)
7/21/2015
Contemporary Technologies for the Autism Classroom (Milestones Presentation)
6/18/2015
Tools and Apps to Implement a Visual Language Teaching Model
5/15/2015
Creating & Using Video Models with Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
4/15/2015
Investigating Adolescent Issues in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) & the DSM-5 Criteria
3/18/2015
Anxiety and Autism
2/19/2015
Current & Emerging Technology: Enhancing the Lives of Individuals with Autism
12/11/2014
Using an Interdisciplinary Approach to Managing Challenging Behaviors Exhibited by Individuals with Autism
11/11/2014
How to Effectively Use Your iPad to Teach Social & Communication Skills
5/21/2014
Sexuality Education: What You Need to Know if You Have a Child/Student on the Autism Spectrum
5/15/2014
Positive Parenting Strategies for Difficult Behaviors exhibited by Children on the Autism Spectrum
5/01/2014
How to Create, Customize & Use Visual Schedules with Children on the Autism Spectrum - They Will Change Your Life!
3/05/2014
Co-Occurring Conditions: Bridging Autism & Mental Health
1/22/2013