Soar Autism Center

Presentation Description

Presented by Kate Brough, M.S., OTR/L, Will Martin, M.Ed., BCBA, and Dalma Dibuz, M.S. CCC-SLP, Assistant Director of Speech Services, Soar Autism Center, this introductory presentation will be appropriate for Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, and Board Certified Behavior Analysts who work with children under 6 years old. 

This presentation, ESDM as a Foundation for Integrated Care in Autism, outlines how the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) can support integrated care for autistic children. It highlights the collaborative roles of BCBAs, SLPs, and OTs, emphasizing child-led, play-based, and data-informed practices. The slides illustrate how interdisciplinary alignment benefits developmental outcomes and showcase real-world examples and data from Soar Autism Center's implementation of ESDM in clinical settings.

Verified attendees who pass the learning assessment following the presentation with 80% or higher will earn .1 AOTA CEU

Learning Outcomes

• Identify the distinctions and shared elements between multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and integrated care models.

• Describe the processes and structures that support integrated care at Soar, including ESDM-based approaches.

• Apply knowledge of outcome tracking and integrated care via real-world case study insights.

Time-ordered Agenda

0:00-5:00 Introductions, Disclosures

5:00-12:00 Overview of Collaborative Models

12:00-22:00 Overview of the Early Start Denver Model

22:00-30:00 The Early Start Denver Model & Integrated Care

30:00-35:00 Tracking outcomes and measuring success

35:00-46:00 Case Study

46:00-57:00 Closing, Q&A

+5 minutes for assessment questions

Instructors

Will Martin, M.Ed., BCBA

Will Martin is a certified ESDM Therapist, ESDM Trainer, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 10 years of experience in early intervention and autism therapy. He earned a Master’s in Early Intervention with a focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder from the University of Pittsburgh. Will has worked in both community-based practice and research at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and he specializes in Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Intervention, compassionate approaches to challenging behavior, and caregiver involvement in therapy.

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Disclosures: Will is a salaried employee of Soar Autism Center, as well as an ESDM Certified Trainer. This credential is a non-financial relationship relevant to the content of the presentation, and beyond that, Will has no additional financial or non-financial relationships to disclose.

Dalma Dibuz, M.S. CCC-SLP

Dalma Dibuz is a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist and the Director of Speech Services at Soar Autism Center. With over seven years of experience specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), and feeding therapy, Dalma brings care and clinical expertise to her leadership role and as an SLP. Dalma has been committed to providing individualized, evidence-based care that empowers children and their families. She focuses on supporting and mentoring the speech team, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across therapies, and ensuring families remain integral partners in the therapeutic process.

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Disclosures: Dalma is a salaried employee of Soar Autism Center. She has no other relevant financial or non-financial relationships to disclose.

Kate Brough, M.S., OTR/L

Kate Brough has been a pediatric occupational therapist for 6 years in the Denver area. She believes in providing holistic and individualized evaluation and treatment to kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with a focus on helping them participate to their fullest potential and gain independence in daily life. She has an extensive background in providing treatment for kids with ASD, specifically in the areas of feeding, sensory integration, and executive functioning. Kate received a Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from Colorado State University in 2015.

Disclosures: Kate is a salaried employee of Soar Autism Center. She has no other relevant financial or non-financial relationships to disclose.

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