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We’re here to help.

Our compassionate and knowledgeable team is here to address your unique needs and provide the best possible care for your child’s neurodevelopmental journey.

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Teaching for a stronger community.

We are here to equip learners with the essentials skills needed to create positive change in the lives of people with developmental differences.

Learn more

Researching for a better tomorrow.

Our goal is to unlock discoveries that will revolutionize the lives of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses.

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Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment

205 Portland Street, Columbia, MO 65211

573-884-6052

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Autism Awareness and Advocacy

Take part in this FREE virtual Q&A with Joy Johnson! Please click on the link below to register: http://bit.ly/421tc Zoom login information will be emailed. Joy Johnson is a behavior analyst, inclusion specialist and autism advocate who partners with organizations, individuals and families to improve the lives of people with autism. Questions? Contact us: benignoj@missouri.edu,Continue reading "Autism Awareness and Advocacy"

Autism Professional Development Day For Early Childcare Providers & Agencies

Thompson Center Research and Training Facility 200 N. Keene St., Columbia, MO

Lunch Provided Thompson Center Research & Training Facility 200 N. Keene St., Columbia, MO 65201  Due to MU Health Care Policies, masks must be worn unless outside or eating/drinking  Limited Space Available To Register, Contact:  trainings@missouri.edu   (573) 884-1619    Time Session   9:00AM - 9:30AM   Signs, Symptoms, Referral for Autism - Dr. Jena Randolph,Continue reading "Autism Professional Development Day For Early Childcare Providers & Agencies"

Parent Conference

DoubleTree Hotel- Chesterfield, MO 16625 Swingley Ridge Rd, Chesterfield, MO, United States

We are hopeful for a return to a new “normal” and excited to welcome everyone in person for this year’s conference. As always, the health and safety of all attendees and speakers is our number one priority. We are currently planning to host the conference in person with the understanding that should the situation withContinue reading "Parent Conference"

Autism & Masking with Haley Moss

Join us for a virtual presentation and Q&A regarding masking and autism. This event will provide an opportunity to learn about social masking and its consequences. Social masking is a strategy to mimic behaviors in social situations. This free event will take place Thursday, November 11, 2021 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Haley Moss isContinue reading "Autism & Masking with Haley Moss"

Path to Success: What You Can Do Now

This is a FREE, virtual transition resource event for elementary and middle school students with autism*. Talk with experts and learn about building independence. From 5:00 to 6:00, there will be a panel discussion with experts working with agencies that support the transition process. From 6:00 to 7:00, you will be able to move fromContinue reading "Path to Success: What You Can Do Now"

Self Advocate Series: All Things Technology

This session will identify strategies for communicating with others using technology, including professional and casual emails, text messages, leaving voicemails, etc. Register for this session here. These sessions will be delivered using Zoom Webinar. We suggest joining using a computer to enhance your experience and ability to view slides and videos. For questions, contact: JaclynContinue reading "Self Advocate Series: All Things Technology"

Professional Development Series: Supporting Appropriate Behavior

"Supporting Appropriate Behavior" is the first of three FREE professional development webinars for professionals working with individuals with autism in residential settings. This series runs from 3-4 p.m. CST on Mondays during April 2022. Before the webinar, we recommend viewing our "Overview of Autism" training. Register for this session here. Learn more about this seriesContinue reading "Professional Development Series: Supporting Appropriate Behavior"

Self Advocate Series: The Hidden Curriculum

This session will identify strategies to better understand social norms, values, and beliefs. Register for this session here. These sessions will be delivered using Zoom Webinar. We suggest joining using a computer to enhance your experience and ability to view slides and videos. For questions, contact: Jaclyn Benigno, benignoj@missouri.edu Other sessions in the Self AdvocateContinue reading "Self Advocate Series: The Hidden Curriculum"

ADOS-2 Introductory Clinical Training

Thompson Center Research and Training Facility 200 N. Keene St., Columbia, MO

ADOS-2 Introductory Clinical Training (Modules 1-4) Location: Thompson Center Research & Training Building Dates: May 19-20, 2022 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. More info about optional Toddler Training Module below Fee: $500.00 (15 hours of APA CEs and 15 NASP CPDs may available for additional fee of $100) Group Registration: Professional groups of 5 orContinue reading "ADOS-2 Introductory Clinical Training"

Parent Conference

St. Charles Convention Center 1 Convention Center Plaza, St. Charles, MO, United States

Parents, grandparents, and caregivers of individuals with autism are invited to attend a special one-day conference on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. Learn more about this event on our website. Stick around after the parent conference for our Ask The Experts panel.

$20

Ask the Experts Panel

St. Charles Convention Center 1 Convention Center Plaza, St. Charles, MO, United States

Join us for this FREE pre-conference event! The Ask the Experts panel provides an opportunity for family members and professionals to ask questions to a panel of autism experts. Our experts represent a variety of fields including medicine, behavior analysis, education, occupational and speech therapy, and psychology.