Autism 

Autism Speaks

One of the largest organizations dealing with Autism. An outstanding resource for information, possible causes and treatment strategies, as well as a variety of Tool Kits and guides to help people with autism and their families.

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Autism Support Network

A free support community for families and individuals touched by ASD.

The Arc’s Autism Now Center

A resource on autism for
parents, teachers, employers and individuals

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Autism Society

Helpful resources for those
with autism, family members, as well as professionals, as well as
updates on the latest autism news and press releases.

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Autism Little Learners free tips, social stories and resources for families and educators

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Autism Focused Intervention Resources and Modules (AFIRM)

Evidence-based practices for birth to 22 years of age. Supplemental materials and handouts are available for download.

COVID-19 Specific Resources

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• Supporting Individuals with Autism in Uncertain Times

• Resources for Supporting Your Child with ASD during Coronavirus Pandemic

• Talking to Individuals with Autism and Developmental Disabilities about COVID-19 article and NPR news segment

• Tips for Coping during COVID-19 from Temple Grandin

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Social Stories About COVID-19 & Social Distancing

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• Pandemics and Coronavirus

• My Social Distancing Story

• School is Staying Closed

• Seeing People Wearing Masks

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ADHD 

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• CHADD National Resource Center on ADHD

  • ADHD Fact Sheets​

• Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)

• ADDitude: Inside the ADHD Mind

• Managing Adult ADHD 

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Community Resources 

• BeLocal Naperville Community Resource Guide

• Parents Alliance Employment Project  for individuals with disabilities

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Free Screening Tools

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In an effort to provide support, we are facilitating free anxiety and depression screenings. To complete an anonymous online screening, simply click the link below.  If you have concerns about your results and would like to discuss them with a therapist, contact us for an initial consultation. 

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• Anxiety Screener

• Depression Screener

Anxiety Management

Apps (Deep Breathing, Guided Meditation, Mindfulness)

• Meditation Apps for Kids

• 2019 Top Rated Mental Health Apps

• Best Anxiety Apps of 2020

• Smiling Mind Daily Mindfulness and Meditation

• Mindshift CBT

• Guided Imagery tracks for kids:  Relaxation & Falling Asleep

• Nature sounds (8 hour video)

Coping Resources

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• Negative Patterns of Thinking

• The Unwelcome Party Guest  ACT (video)

• The Struggle Switch ACT (video)

• Internal Hijackers ACT (video)

• Helping Kids Cope with Injury or Illness

• Coping with Worry Worksheets for Kids

• COVID-19 Time Capsule Child and Adult Downloads in pdf format

Parent Support

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• Center for Parent Information and Resources for families of children with disabilities

• Guide to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

• Behavior in Children: When to Get Support

• Types of Behavior Charts for Kids

• Free Printable Behavior Charts

• Self-Confidence Guided Journals for Kids

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Keeping Kids Busy

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• 100+ Early Childhood Activities

• Indoor Activities for Kids

• PBS Kids Games and Activities

• Doodles with Artist Mo Willems

• Virtual Field Trips

• Virtual Museum Tours

• Virtual National Parks Tours

• Sample At-Home Schedules for School Closures

• Scholastic Learn at Home: PreK-9th Grade

• Free Subscriptions for Kids Activities Grades K-8 

• On-line Learning Resources

• Free Audible Stories during school closings

• Broadway Plays to Watch from Home

• Storyline Online virtual story time

Behavioral Health 

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• National Institute of Mental Health

  • Depression Basics​

• National Alliance on Mental Illness

  • Anxiety Disorders Fact Sheet​

  • OCD Fact Sheet

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention support and resources

• Anxiety and Depression in Children

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline     1-800-273-8255

• Crisis Text Line:  Text HOME to 741741

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Assessment Tools

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Online Rating Scales

Go to Psychology-tools.com

Complete the form online.

Click the "submit my answers" button at the bottom right of the screen.

Copy and paste "Your Score" and the corresponding score range/interpretation into an email response to your therapist. 

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Resources

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• Parent Tool Kit: How to Talk to Kids about Race and Racism

• How to Talk to Kids About Race

• 10 Tips for Teaching and Talking to Kids about Race

• APA:  Uplifting Youth through Healthy Communication about Race

• Beyond the Golden Rule: A Parent’s Guide to Preventing and Responding to Prejudice

• Systemic Racism Explained (video)

• PBS Kids: Alike and Different with Daniel the Tiger

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Family Support During COVID-19 Event

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• De-stressing young kids during the coronavirus

• Growing Friendships During the Coronavirus Pandemic

• NPR Audio segment and Comic to Explain COVID-19 to Kids

• Talking to Children about COVID-19

• Talking to Kids about Coronavirus article and video

• 12 Ways to Effectively Parent During a Crisis

• What to say to Children about COVID-19 -- And How to Cope as a Parent

• Talking to Kids with OCD about COVID-19

• COVID Childrens Book (Multiple Languages)

• Parent webinar:  How to manage your child’s academics during the coronavirus outbreak 

• How to Cope with Disrupted Family Routines during COVID-19

• FACE COVID ebook is a set of practical steps for responding effectively to the Corona crisis, using the principles of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

• FACE COVID You Tube video

• Stay at Home Date Ideas

Informational Videos

Dr. Konick participates in a panel discussion on navigating your business through COVID-19

Understanding Your Child's Anxiety and What to Do About it