Table Of Content“School-Based Consultation and Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder is an incred-
ible resource for school-based consultants working with students with Autism
Spectrum Disorder. McKenney initially provides readers with a guide to recent
developments in both diagnostic and related features of Autism Spectrum Dis-
order (ASD) and state of the art interventions to address frequently identified
targetbehaviors.Thesechaptersprovidereaderswithanabundanceofknowledge
and tools, enabling them to improve services delivered to individuals with ASD.
A rich and practical integration of ASD and contemporary consultation models
follows—a truly unique and critical contribution to the literature. Of particular
note is the guide to collaboration with other professionals, which outlines effec-
tive strategies for extending a continuum of care for individuals with ASD.
Overall, this book represents integral and timely knowledge that will surely be
impactful for all school-based consultants.”
—Keith Radley, Associate Professor of School Psychology, University of Utah
“Thiscomprehensivebookonschool-basedconsultationtosupportstudents with
ASD is timely and useful! From diagnosis and clinical needs to provider training
and implementation supports, you will find clear descriptions of the research
evidence and practical suggestions for daily practice.”
—Jessica Suhrheinrich, Associate Professor of Special
Education, San Diego State University
“Of all the school-based resources available on services for children with Autism
Spectrum Disorder, this book is among the best! McKenney has done an
exemplary job outlining issues and needs, and delving into evidence-based inter-
ventions that support students by working effectively with teachers, families,
schools, and other providers. Its comprehensive and highly accessible approach
presents contemporary information necessary to strengthen systems around stu-
dents. This truly unique source will surely result in improved outcomes for stu-
dents with ASD. I only wish there were similar books for the many other
challenges facing families, educators, and providers who are responsible for
ensuring that all students have access to research-based practices, and for doing
what is best for kids!”
—Susan Sheridan, George Holmes University Professor and Willa
Cather Emeritus Professor of Educational Psychology, Nebraska
Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools
SCHOOL-BASED CONSULTATION AND
STUDENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM
DISORDER
School-Based Consultation and Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder examines the
preventive and remedial powers of consultation for indirectly supporting the
needs of youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), through collaborating
with their parents and educators. Given the unprecedented numbers of students
with ASD in schools, and the variety of evidence-based interventions currently
available,consultationhelpsensureappropriateservicedeliveryacrosstherangeof
student functioning. Focusing on foundational knowledge and skills that school
consultants need to incorporate ASD service delivery into their research and
practice, this text addresses consistent and effective service delivery for students
with ASD to optimize their positive academic, behavioral, adaptive, and social
communicative outcomes. Highlighting relevant multicultural research
throughout its chapters, the book concludes with a section on future directions
in the field that includes areas for improvement in meeting the needs of diverse
students, families, and schools.
Elizabeth L. W. McKenney is Associate Professor of Clinical Child and School
Psychology at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, USA.
CONSULTATION, SUPERVISION, AND PROFESSIONAL
LEARNING IN SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY SERIES
Series Editor: Daniel S. Newman
Technology Applications in School Psychology Consultation, Super-
vision, and Training
Edited by Aaron J. Fischer, Tai A. Collins, Evan H. Dart, and Keith C. Radley
Problem-solving Parent Conferences in Schools: Ecological-Behavioral
Perspectives
By Dennis J. Simon
School-Based Consultation and Students with Autism Spectrum
Disorder
By Elizabeth L. W. McKenney
CONSULTATION AND INTERVENTION IN SCHOOL
PSYCHOLOGY
Series Editor: Sylvia Rosenfield
Handbook of Multicultural School Psychology: An Interdisciplinary
Perspective, Second Edition
Edited by Emilia C. Lopez, Sara G. Nahari, and Sherrie L. Proctor
International Handbook of Consultation in Educational Settings
Edited by Chryse Hatzichristou and Sylvia Rosenfield
Building Competence in School Consultation: A Developmental
Approach
By Daniel S. Newman and Sylvia Rosenfield
For more information about this series, please visit: https://www.routledge.com/
Consultation-Supervision-and-Professional-Learning-in-School-Psychology-Series/
book-series/CSAPLISPS
SCHOOL-BASED
CONSULTATION AND
STUDENTS WITH
AUTISM SPECTRUM
DISORDER
Elizabeth L. W. McKenney
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TotheyouthwithASDwithwhomIhaveworked,andtheir
families and teachers, who let me get to know their worlds
and their lives, on the chance that I might be able to make
them a little better. You have certainly enriched mine.
To my mentors, Dr. Nancy Waldron and Dr. Maureen
Conroy, who introduced me to the worlds of consultation
and ASD, and encouraged me to find my place in both.
To Nathan and Luke, who continually amaze me even at a
distance. You are each a testament to the devotion of so
many people who care about you, and to your own hard
work. May you always be as proud of your growth and
accomplishments as the rest of us are.
And, finally, to Mark, Sami, and Evie, who have been here
for every step of the journey. Your love and support mean
everything.
CONTENTS
List of Illustrations xiii
Preface xv
A Note on Language xvii
Acknowledgments xx
List of Acronyms xxi
PARTI
The Intersection of Consultation and Autism Spectrum
Disorder 1
1 Issues and Trends in School-Based Consultation 3
Text Organization 4
The State of School Consultation Research 6
School Consultation Research and Autism Spectrum Disorder 9
Why Consult for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder? 10
2 Needs of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder 12
Diagnostic Changes 13
Functioning Level within the Autism Spectrum 16
Social Competence: Development and Areas of Need 21
Language and Communication 27
Restricted and Repetitive Behavior 29
Adaptive Skills: Caring for Oneself and the Community 30
Academic Skills 32
