Training Packages - Middletown Centre For Autism

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Date

Wednesday 21 May 2025

Start Time

11:00

End Time

12:00

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Sunday 18 May 2025 11am

An Introduction to Gestalt Language Processing

Gestalt language processing is one of two ways to process and develop language. Analytical language processing is often thought of as the usual way develop language, using words first, then building these in to sentences. Children who use gestalt language development process language in whole "chunks" or "strings of sounds" instead of processing single words in the early stages of language development. These "chucks" are often called echolalia and are in essential part of language development for gestalt language processors. Almost all autistic children are gestalt language processors.

In this webinar, we will explore Analytical versus gestalt language development Language development in autism, including non-speaking children. Supportive practice for gestalt language processors Considerations for AAC

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Carolyn Frazer

Carolyn Frazer is an Autism Trainer/Advisor in Middletown Centre for Autism, formerly employed in Ashfield Girls High School, Belfast, where she supported autistic students to access the curriculum. She qualified in Speech and Language Therapy and has a Master’s degree in Psychology. During Carolyn’s Masters studies, she undertook research on Autism and Bullying and continues to provide training sessions and support for autistic students in this area. Carolyn’s other areas of specialisms include supporting communication and anxiety for Post Primary aged students. She is an associate lecturer on the Post Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies with Stranmillis University College, Belfast.