An informative session on neurodivergent conditions and an introduction to the Khula Therapy and Assessment Clinic

Speaker 1: Inga Mdlatu

 

Topic: Autism and Challenging Behaviour

Using principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis as a Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) certified by the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board, Inga coaches parents on handling behaviour in the home. Being one of 5 RBT's in South Africa her goal is to reach as many low-resource families as possible to empower them with the knowledge to better understand Autism Spectrum Disorder and the tools to handle behaviour in the home.

Speaker 2: Dr Kedi Motingoe

Topic: Relational impairments and ADHD - The chicken or the egg question?

Dr Kedi Motingoe is a psychiatrist specializing in Child and Adolescent psychiatry. She has worked in this field for more than 15 years. After training at the Medical University of SA, she worked as a general practitioner before pursuing studies in general psychiatry. She has extensively worked in the public and private sectors as a general psychiatrist emphasizing the importance of prevention and early intervention for the best outcomes in adulthood. Her greatest area of interest is currently the prevention and amelioration of infant, child and adolescent mental health disorders by supporting parents and families.