AUTISM+SHARING+AND+PARENTING

8th & Market, 7th floor
** Philadelphia, PA 19107 **    **(Please sign in at the front desk)**   ** Light Meal Provided** ** Art and Music Therapy Social Skills Programs **   **Presented by**     **Kathryn Snyder, MA, ATR-BC, LPC**     **from**     **The Art Of Friendship**     **and**      **The Rythym and Friendship**      In the context of structured, therapeutic (and fun) art activities, existing strengths are reinforced, new social skills are taught, and self esteem is built. Utilizing the arts, direct instruction of social lessons on social awareness and social skills and coping strategies are taught in a fun and engaging way. Their new Music Therapy program is a fun, creative way to engage socially while also practicing the social thinking curriculum developed by Michelle Garcia-Winner **// Kathryn Snyder //**// is a Board-Certified Art Psychotherapist & Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping children & families survive & thrive in a challenging world. She has been in practice for over 10 years specializing in social & emotional problems of early childhood and adolescence. A graduate of the Hahnemann Creative Arts in Therapy Program at //// Drexel // // University //// and continues to supervise master's degree candidates. //  ** *ASP greatly appreciates your RSVP for an accurate head-count* **  TO RSVP OR FOR QUESTIONS   215-413-7106, OR NASYA06@MSN.COM To RSVP and for Childcare call 215-413-7106  ** What is ASP? ** ASP is a volunteer run, 501(c)3 community-based, support group with the following goals
 * *Note change in conference rooms to **** E & C **
 * To provide a support system for children with a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder and their families
 * To educate the under-informed and culturally diverse populations in Philadelphia area
 * To advocate for Children with ASD and their families
 * To increase awareness of Autism and related families issues in the Philadelphia area