Research links and references that inform my approach to therapy

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Bednash,C.J. (2016). Art Therapy and Neuroscience: A Model for Wellness. https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/7a42/1df039471e6a742f2e6cd6f9a051f10db86b.pdf

Bossenger,N. (2015). Immediate Effects of a Brief Mindfulness Body Scan Meditation on the Nociceptive and Autonomic Nervous Systems. Retrieved from https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/f6aa/6eeee95ccaf32a0010569278455d97a75270.pdf

Brackett, M., Delaney, S., & Salovey, P. (2020). Emotional Intelligence. Retrieved from https://nobaproject.com/modules/emotional-intelligence

Brosnan,M. (2019). SMART-ASD: Matching Autistic People with Technology Resources. Retrieved from https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/supporting-autism/4/steps/505320

Brown, B. (2020). Empathy. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Evwgu369Jw&feature=youtu.be

Bush, V. (1945). As We May Think. Retrieved from https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/1945/07/as-we-may-think/303881

Cicero, S.S. (2013). The Impact of Mindfulness on Anxiety and Coping Strategies in Children: A Quantitative Study. Retrieved from https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/1777/1ee5f3ebd8aa70473df89baff4b9c2eb04a0.pdf

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Dass, L.C., Arumugam, N., & Dillah, D. (2016). Project zero: A benchmark for developing an analytical framework. Retrieved from https://www.researchgate.net/publication/298710717_Project_zero_A_benchmark_for_developing_an_analytical_framework

Davis, K., Christodoulou, J., Seider, S., & Gardner,H. (2011). The Theory of Multiple Intelligences.Retrieved from https://www.researchgate.net/publication/317388610_The_Theory_of_Multiple_Intelligences  

DeVita-Raeburn, E. (2016) The controversy over autism’s most common therapy. Retrieved from https://www.spectrumnews.org/features/deep-dive/controversy-autisms-common-therapy/

Dinon, A. (2013). Role Play And Social Stories: An Intervention For Increasing Verbal Initiations In Children With Autism. Retrieved from https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/4352/e8fa03fa54b6b7d9aa1cce2afc193d2ea444.pdf

Donaldson, A., Krejcha, K., & McMillin, A. (2017). A Strengths-Based Approach to Autism: Neurodiversity and Partnering With the Autism Community. Retrieved from https://www.researchgate.net/publication/313255315_A_Strengths Based_Approach_to_Autism_Neurodiversity_and_Partnering_With_the_Autism_Community

Goleman,D. (2006). Social Intelligence: The new science of human relationships. New York, NY: Bantam Dell Publishers. 17.

Goleman, D. (2015). How emotionally intelligent are you? Retrieved from http://www.danielgoleman.info/daniel-goleman-how-emotionally-intelligent-are-you/

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Granovetter, M. (2014). Life, animated. Retrieved from https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/PIIS2215-0366(14)00019-4/fulltext

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Gremminger, R. (2018). Autism Spectrum Disorder & Digital Art Therapy. Retrieved from https://edinboroarttherapy.files.wordpress.com/2017/12/gremmingerfinal-project.pdf

Gross, T. (2014). Human-Computer Interaction Education and Diversity. Retrieved from https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-319-07233-3_18

Harris, R. (2017). Acceptance and commitment therapy. Retrieved from https://thehappinesstrap.com/upimages/2007%20Introductory%20ACT%20Workshop%20Handout%20-%20%20Russ%20Harris.pdf

Harvard Graduate School of Education. (2020). Project Zero Scholarship Opportunities. Retrieved from https://www.gse.harvard.edu/ppe/project-zero-scholarship-opportunities

Hasson, G. (2014). Emotional Intelligence: Managing emotions to make a positive impact on your life and career. Mankato, MN: Capstone.

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JFK University. (2020). Treating Youth with ASD Through Expressive Arts Therapy. Retrieved from https://www.jfku.edu/course/expressive-arts/treating-youth-with-asd-through-expressive-arts-therapy-2/

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Leavy,P. (2015) Method Meets Art (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Guilford Press. 4.

Levine, S.K., Knill, P.J., & Levine, E.G. (2004). Principles and Practice of Expressive Arts Therapy. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers. 39.

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