Adapting OCD Treatment for Autistic People
OCD treatments developed for allistic individuals may in many cases not be as effective for autistic individuals. This session explores why and how to make meaningful and personalized adaptations to standard OCD treatment protocols for this population. When OCD treatment is implemented properly, autistic people are more likely to engage with the process and achieve better outcomes. Less...
Learning Objectives
- Participants will be able to explain why OCD treatment may not be similarly effective for allistic and autistic individuals.
- Participants will be able to describe typical adaptations of OCD treatment for autistic individuals.
- Participants will be able to cite evidence supporting the importance of adapting OCD treatment for autistic individuals.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Live Interactive Webinar
12:00 PM EDT - 01:00 PM EDT
EARN 1 CE Credit Hours
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About the speaker
Jonathan Hoffman, Ph.D., ABPP
President of Scientific & Clinical Advisory Board at NBI
Dr. Jonathan Hoffman is a licensed psychologist and Board-Certified expert in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology. He is the Chief Clinical Officer and Co-Founder of the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) and NBI Ranch, where he leads clinical innovation and care. Dr. Hoffman serves on the Scientific and Clinical Advisory Board of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) and co-chairs the OCD and Autism Special Interest Group. He is the author of Stuck: Understanding Asperger’s Syndrome and Obsessive-Compulsive Behaviors and has published widely on OCD, anxiety, and autism. Dr. Hoffman is a sought-after speaker and educator on OCD and autism-related topics for both professional and public audiences.
CE Information - Earn 1 CE Credit Hour
CE Approvals
American Psychological Association
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Authorized Continuing Education
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National Board for Certified Counselors
Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) has been approved by the National Board for Certified Counselors as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7933. NBI is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.