This workshop is designed to reframe our understanding of challenging behaviors by examining how energy (emotional) regulation skillset influences an individual’s capacity to navigate their day, particularly when difficulties are encountered. Factors influencing and means of supporting energy (emotional) regulation are explored from both a first-person autistic perspective, as well as developmental perspective. Practical guidelines for providing supports for energy (and emotional) regulation to increase connectedness and active engagement in a variety of contexts will be highlighted! Strategies for supporting individuals across the lifespan and at different developmental levels will be discussed. A focus will be placed on supporting autistic and neurodivergent individuals, but the tools have applicability for facilitating engagement for a wide range of people.
**TPTA CEUs pending approval.**