Autism and Anxiety: 1 May 2026
1 May 2026, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm
Presented by Dr Fiona Zandt
This is a 3.5-hour workshop delivered face to face at Mindful, Travancore VIC.
$150 (inc. GST): General
$75 (inc. GST): Victorian clinicians in ICYMHS, headspace, Take Two, ACCHOs, & Children’s Health & Wellbeing Locals.
Please read our Cancellation and Attendance policy before booking. Our workshops sell out quickly and therefore may not be available. We are sorry if you cannot access the training you would like to at this time.
What does the training include?
This in person workshop focuses on children aged 4-12 years and includes current research of anxiety in autism. Dr Fiona Zandt draws on her extensive clinical experience to help participants understand:
- Why anxiety is so common
- How to assess for anxiety
- Why, and how, to provide psychoeducation
- Practical strategies for therapy
- Helpful ideas for parents.
Morning tea is provided.
Who is the training for?
Mental Health Clinicians and other professionals working with autistic children aged 4-12 years, e.g. psychologists, social workers, speech pathologists, occupational therapists, mental health nurses, headspace clinicians, paediatricians, psychiatrists and registrars.
Who provides the training?
Dr Fiona Zandt, Clinical Psychologist, has extensive experience working with autistic children/adolescents and their families for the past 20 years. Fiona has worked in a variety of settings including CAMHS, rehabilitation, and private practice. Fiona is also the author of Creative Ways to Help Children Manage Anxiety, Creative Ways to Help Children Manage Big Feelings, and Creative Ways to Help Children Regulate and Manage Anger.
What do participants say about the training?
“Fiona’s experience is invaluable. I also really like the multidisciplinary approach that allows for lots of raw examples and discussions.”
“Loved how affirmed I felt and how practical the session was. Great modelling of application of theory.”
“(I liked) the balance between evidence presented and practical strategies.”
Mindful - Autism Training Cancellation and Attendance Policy
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