My job as a behavioral therapist for the Center for Autism and Related Disorders has helped me appreciate the intersection of theory and application as it pertains to advancing my career and role in the community. As a therapist, I implement behavior intervention plans and tutor autistic children to be socially active among their peers. This opportunity has not only given me awareness on how to administer my socially-challenged patients but has also fueled my desire to continue a higher education in psychology.
The most exciting experiences that I have is when my education intertwines with my work. One instance that I want to accentuate are my sessions with my client AL, who has sporadic memory problems. Occasionally, he tends to forget things