Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment

09/09/2025

Parents, we want to hear your questions for Ask the Experts at next week's Parent Conference! If you're curious about resources, research, or simply what to look for from your care team, we want to know! Comment your questions below or send us a private message — we'll answer these questions during our FREE Ask the Experts event before the Parent Conference.

Haven't registered for the Parent Conference? Not a problem! Our Ask the Experts panel is open to all for free, and walk-in registration for the Parent Conference is available after the panel concludes. We hope to see you there!

Please note, comments will be moderated for relevance and must be thoughtful in nature. Comments that are inflammatory or off-topic may be removed to ensure that our page remains a comfortable and compassionate environment for all.

09/04/2025

Meet our 2025-2026 TIPS cohort! 🎉

TIPS (Training in Interdisciplinary Partnerships and Services) for Kids provides intensive training for advanced graduate students and post-doctoral fellows in the field of autism and neurodevelopment.

This training also provides interdisciplinary, family-centered evaluation and assessment services to children with special healthcare needs and their families through a training clinic held every spring semester.

Welcome to our new cohort!

Welcome to the 2025-2026 TIPS cohort!

09/04/2025

Do you have a child who uses a speech-generating device (SGD)?
Our free online caregiver training series is back this October!

🧠 Learn practical strategies
💬 Support your child’s communication
🏡 Use SGDs confidently at home & in the community
📅 New series begins in October – sign up today!

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/4lk4mP1

09/03/2025

Get a construction tour of the new Thompson Center THIS FRIDAY as part of the exciting Experience Mizzou events happening across campus! We can’t wait to show you around – register in advance at mizzou.us/roartogether

09/02/2025

New episode alert🚨

Back to school means fresh starts and new challenges. In the latest episode of our podcast, we chat with two Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) who work in the public schools. They share practical, neurodiversity-affirming strategies to help educators understand and support challenging behavior so every student can thrive in the classroom.

Download Reframing Challenging Behavior in the Classroom and other Supporting the Spectrum episodes on Spotify, Google Play or the Apple Podcast app. Make sure to hit the "follow" button to be notified of new episodes.

08/30/2025

Parents, we can't wait to see you at this year's Thompson Center Parent Conference on Sept. 10! Join us in St. Charles, MO for expert-led sessions, including insights from autistic advocates, practical tools and resources, and fellowship with others. It's not too late to register — get full details and sign up today at tcautismconf.com/parent-day

Parents, grandparents, and caregivers of individuals with autism are invited to attend a special one-day conference on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Register Now! Event Details Wednesday, September 10, 2025 from 10:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. St. Charles Convention Center1 Convention Center PlazaSt. Charle...

08/29/2025

We're less than two weeks away from powerful keynotes, expert-led breakout sessions including insights from autistic advocates, poster sessions, and more in St. Charles, MO! Register by September 5 to secure your spot at this year's Thompson Center Autism Conference at the regular rate: tcautismconf.com/registration-information

We are excited to welcome you to our 20th annual conference! Virtual attendance is not available this year. Registration Fees Registration fees include: **Two days of sessions led by leaders in the field of autism **Access to exhibitor information and conference materials **Breakfast, lunch, and sna...

08/18/2025

We are proud to recognize SFS Architecture as an Autism Friendly Business. In designing the new Thompson Center facility, SFS recognized the role that each of us has in creating communities and workplaces where neurodiverse individuals are not just welcomed, but truly belong.

Congratulations on this designation and we can't wait to officially celebrate in the new building!

08/18/2025

Supporting healthy eating takes more than a full plate of fruits and veggies. It requires strategies, patience, and understanding.

If you're a professional working with individuals with autism with food selectivity, join us at the 20th Annual Autism Conference to learn more about the Building Up Food Flexibility and Exposure Treatment (BUFFET) program. BUFFET is a cognitive behavioral treatment for severe food selectivity that utilizes self-determination and flexibility to build healthier food habits.

Register now at https://tcautismconf.com/ Professionals can earn up to 10 Continuing Education Credits throughout the conference!

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08/15/2025

08/14/2025

Today’s the day!! Do you have a child who uses a speech-generating device (SGD)? It's not too late to join our free online training series starting tonight at 5:30PM CST!

🧠 Learn practical strategies
💬 Support your child’s communication
🏡 Use SGDs confidently at home & in the community
📅 Starts THURSDAY – don’t miss it!
🔗 Register now: bit.ly/4m952aT

08/14/2025

Educators, mark your calendars! Start the school year off strong with new tools and practical strategies for supporting students with autism.

Register now for the 20th annual Thompson Center Autism Conference on September 11-12th at the St. Charles Convention Center. Bring your colleagues and SAVE even more with our group registration discount! For more information or to register, visit: https://tcautismconf.com/