Tired of hearing the same sleep advice that never works?

About this workshop

Sleep problems are among the most common concerns raised by families of autistic children. Difficulties with sleep onset, night waking, circadian rhythm, and co-occurring anxiety or sensory sensitivities can make sleep uniquely complex for these children. Standard behavioural or medical approaches often fall short and require adaptation to meet the needs of autistic children and their families.

This workshop is designed for professionals who already have a working knowledge of paediatric sleep (e.g. psychologists, paediatricians, sleep consultants, occupational therapists, and allied health clinicians) who want to extend their expertise to autism-specific contexts. The focus will be on practical, case-based learning, with opportunities to share experiences and workshop real-world clinical challenges.

What we’ll cover

How autism shapes the presentation of paediatric sleep difficulties
Common co-occurring factors: anxiety, medical and sensory issues
Circadian rhythm differences and their clinical implications
Adapting evidence-based strategies for autistic children
Engaging and supporting families in the assessment and intervention process
When and how to consider referral pathways or specialist input

What to expect

Interactive format with case discussions and group problem-solving
Practical strategies you can apply in your practice straight away
Resources and frameworks to support clinical decision-making
Space to reflect on your own cases and get collegial input

Who should attend

This workshop is best suited for clinicians and practitioners who:

Already work with sleep in paediatric populations
Want to build competence in supporting autistic children and their families
Are looking for a collegial, interactive learning environment

By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with new insights, concrete skills, and practical tools to better support autistic children and their families in achieving healthier sleep.

Terms and Conditions can be found here.

Sleep and Autism: Practical Skills for Professionals

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