Speaking Engagements
In addition to the 1-day seminar, “Nutrition and Feeding Interventions for Autism, Asperger's, and ADHD,” Elizabeth also is available to speak at your event.
Elizabeth has presented at local, state, national, and international conferences for organizations such as WIC, Early Childhood Intervention, Head Start, Department of Education, Autism Society of America – State Chapters, American Dietetic Association, State Dietetic Associations, Parent Advocacy Groups, and the International Nutritional Conference in Mexico.
Elizabeth is available for
- - Staff training
- - Conference speaker
- - Keynote speaker
- - ½ day or 1-day workshop
Whether your organization is interested in a one hour conference presentation, half-day staff training, or a full-day workshop, Elizabeth will work with you to design a presentation to meet the specific needs of your organization.
Examples of topics:
- Impact of nutrition on brain development and function
- How nutrition affects a child’s behavior, mood, and ability to learn and focus
- The connection between nutrition, autism, and the brain
- Inclusion of Nutrition in IEP Goals & Objectives and IFSP Outcomes & Objectives
- How Nutrition Therapy enhances a child’s response to Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy,
Physical Therapy, Special Education Services, ABA, and Behavioral Therapies - Vitamin & Mineral Supplements (how to select a supplement & get the child to take it)
- Omega 3 Fatty Acids (EPA & DHA)
- Gluten Free Casein Free Diet (GFCF)
- Special elimination diets (fact vs. fiction)
- Nutrients, herbs, and nutraceuticals commonly used by autistic children
- Identifying and treating food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances
- Rationale, theories, and science behind the common nutritional interventions
- The role of other professionals (OT, SLP, PT, EIS, Teachers, etc…) in nutritional interventions
- How gut problems contribute to behavior and feeding problems
- Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of GI disorders
- Reestablishing a healthy GI tract with nutritional interventions
- The difference between a “Picky Eater” and a “Problem Feeder”
- Factors that contribute to a child’s feeding problem
- Strategies to increase a child’s acceptance of new foods and expand his diet
- Role of the multi-disciplinary team approach to resolve feeding problems
What a previous attendee has said:
“What an amazing speaker! The course was full of information and Elizabeth was organized, efficient and interesting throughout. She had a pleasant and down-to-earth manner that made this course one of the best I have ever attended. Great knowledge of the subject and a wonderful delivery. Elizabeth kept my attention all through the day. Can’t wait to get home and find more information this speaker has published. I will recommend this speaker to everyone I know.”
K. Bufalari
Speech-Language Pathologist
Presentations Sponsored by State Dietetic Associations
Title: Autism Spectrum Disorders & Dietetics - Professional Competencies
Sponsor: Massachusetts Dietetic Association Annual Conference & Exposition
Date: March 26, 2010
Time: 9:40am - 10:40am
Location: Norwood, Massachusetts
Title: Autism Spectrum Disorders & Dietetics - Professional Competencies
Sponsor: Michigan Dietetic Association Annual Conference
Date: April 29, 2010
Time: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Location: Bay City, Michigan
Speaking Engagements
Title: Nutrition Therapy for Autism
Organization: Central Texas School Food Service Directors Association
Date: January 14, 2010
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Title: Nutrition Therapy for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Organization: Friendship Community Care
Date: April 9, 2010
Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Location: Russellville, Arkansas
Title: Autism and Feeding Problems
Organization: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Date: May 3, 2010
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm (CST)
Location: Teleconference Network of Texas
Title: Nutrition Therapy for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Organization: Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Nutrition Division
Date: September, 2010
Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Location: To be announced
to discuss your event, contact Elizabeth at ASDpuzzle@aol.com.