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Read about us in the April 2016 of Parenting OC Magazine  (pgs 41-42)

Parenting OC Magazine "A Spectrum of Possibilities"
"The theatre was created to tell people the truth about life and the social situation. "  - Stella Adler
SUMMER REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 1st!  CLICK HERE TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN REGISTRATION OPENS!  SPACE IS LIMITED!!!
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                  Spectrum Therapeutic Theatre

Therapeutic Theater Arts Socialization Program for Children and Teens with Asperger's and High Functioning Spectrum Conditions - 

                         We will be Accepting Applications for
                            2016 Summer Program Soon! 

  
                             

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 2012 - Dr. Paltin has expanded her socialization program for children and teens with spectrum disorder conditions to a weekly Theater Arts based therapeutic program.

This exciting program incorporates use of theatre arts, music and movement to engage participants in developing social skills and social awareness.  Participants gain confidence, social skills and the ability to express themselves creatively in a supportive and dynamic environment.  

Benefits of Therapeutic Theatre Arts with Asperger's/Autism:
I have found that many children and teens with Asperger's and high functioning Autism possess a strong drive toward creativity.  Whether it is singing, acting, playing an instrument or story-telling, theatre arts applied in a therapeutic process will allow them develop skills and abilities that reach far beyond the group experience.  Some of these benefits include:

self-confidence not only in performing, but in interactions
                         improved self-esteem; pride in their accomplishments
         improved recognition of emotions in others
                                                  improved identification and labeling of own emotions
improved identification of emotions of others, and skills in facilitating interpersonal  communication
                                     developing a hobby they enjoy with others
 
new awareness of voice pitch volume, modulation of speech and voice
                                                                                                           new skills for functioning in group activities
new skills in following directions
                                                                    improved interaction with peers
increased self-confidence through success
 
                                                                                                                                             increased body awareness

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3055998/ 
Research on Benefits of Therapeutic Theatre Programs for Autistic Spectrum

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20640592
Empirical Research on applications of theatre arts in treatment of Autism

TEDTALK:  Spectrum Disorders and Theatre

 
Space is limited in Groups. Registration for SUMMER 2016 COMING SOON!
 Session runs weekly for 6 weeks
 
Neurotypical sibilngs attend free of charge in a limited number of
spaces reserved for "sibling shadow performers".  For more information ,
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Bringing together my passions for theatre music and the arts with therapeutic experiences for those who might not other wise have an opportunity to explore these aspects of themselves is a wonderful experience. I invite you to e-mail or call to find out more about igniting the talents within your child or adolescent as we develop life skills and self awareness in this unique and innovative approach.
You can pay for Consultation Groups and Life Focus Meetings via PAYPAL, by or by calling (657-333-0824) and we will accept MasterCard and Visa over the phone.  There is a $2.00 service fee. 
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