Robert Naseef

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Robert Naseef is a clinical psychologist, writer, and the parent of an autistic adult. He specializes in helping the families with autism and other special needs to lead full and productive lives. 

Robert Naseef shares what he says to the parents of children with autism.

Robert Naseef outlines next steps for parents who think their child might have autism.

Robert Naseef advises that parents consider how behavior is communication when confronted with challenging behaviors.

Robert Naseef explains how teachers and parents can use a child’s narrow interests to build a relationship.

Robert Naseef discusses the challenges of collaboration.

Robert Naseef explains how the field of autism has evolved, while also recognizing unequal access to resources.

Robert Naseef discusses how parents of children with autism may experience feelings of rejection.

Robert Naseef offers practical suggestions for how parents can support language development.

Robert Naseef discusses how the autism community has grown, with especial recognition of autism’s diversity.

Robert Naseef lists some positive—and often overlooked—characteristics of individuals on the autism spectrum.

Robert Naseef recounts an instance when listening to a child changed his perspective.

Robert Naseef describes his reaction to learning that his child had autism. 

Robert Naseef describes the complex emotions experienced by parents of children with autism.

Robert Naseef shares his personal journey in accepting and appreciating his son.

Robert Naseef explains how his son, who is non-verbal, communicates.

Biography

Dr. Naseef practices at Alternative Choices which was founded in 1990 with Cindy N. Ariel, Ph.D.  They have a general practice with a specialty in helping families of children with autism and other special needs, including Autism Spectrum evaluations for all ages. Alternative Choices provides monthly support groups for fathers and families.  Dr. Naseef serves as a consultant to school districts, special education parent organizations, attorneys, Pennsylvania Bureau of Disability Determination, and other groups. 

Dr. Naseef’s  speaking and writing utilizes a singular voice as a psychologist and father of an adult son with autism. His book Autism in the Family: Caring and Coping Together includes praise from autism experts, parents, and people with autism such as Temple Grandin and Stephen Shore. His writing combines and integrates professional and personal perspectives focusing on helping families navigate the emotional landscape and the controversial issues of raising a child with an autism spectrum disorder through the lifespan.  One of his special interests is the psychology of men and fatherhood.

[Excerpted from Dr. Naseef’s official website .]

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