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Speaking Engagements

Brisson, N., Elliot S. A., Brillhart, L. (2021).
Assume Competence: Working Better with Parents with Intellectual and Developmental Disability and their Young Children. Zero to Three Annual Conference.


Brisson, N. (2021).
A Comprehensive Approach to Assessing the Strengths and Needs of Parents with Intellectual Disabilities. Webinar. The Association for Successful Parenting.


Brisson, N. (2019).
Toward the Fair and Equal Assessment of Parents with Intellectual Disabilities.
Turning the Tide: Improving Outcomes with Inclusive and Interdisciplinary Practices, 2019 International Conference of The Association for Successful Parenting, Seattle, WA


Brisson, N., Yuan, S., Ayers, K. (2019, June).
Research, Policy & Practices Supporting Parents with Intellectual Disabilities. American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 143rd Annual Meeting, The Twin Cities, MN


Brisson, N., Yuan, S. (2018, September).
Parents with Disabilities: Appropriate Assessment, Legal Protections, and Child Welfare Guidance. DCF Child Protection Summit: Realizing Change, Orlando, FL


Brisson, N. (2017, June).
Challenging the 'Presumption of Unfitness' Bias in the U.S. Child Welfare System to Improve Public Health and Outcomes of Parents with IDD and Their Children. American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 141st Annual Meeting, Hartford, CT


Brisson, N. (2015, October).
Competence-Based Parenting Assessments for Court and Individual Planning, A Chance to Parent Advocacy, Policy & Practice, 2015 International Conference of The Association for Successful Parenting, Memphis, TN


Brisson, N. (2015, September).
Keynote Presentation. Last Step to Inclusion: Assessing the Needs of Parents with Disabilities, Connecticut Parents with Cognitive Limitations Workgroup, Annual Meeting, Hartford, CT


Brisson, N. (2015, May).
The ADA in Action: Getting Appropriate Services and Necessary Accommodations for Parents with Disabilities, Committee for Public Counsel Services Annual Training Conference, Worcester, MA


Brisson, N., Yuan, S. (2014, September).
Competence-Based Parenting Assessment Training for Pennsylvania Parenting Assessment Team, Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Office of Intellectual Disability, Pittsburgh, PA


Brisson, N. (2013, October).
Parents with Intellectual Disabilities and Cognitive Limitations: Toward Effective Child Welfare Practice, Webinar, National Resource Center for In-Home Services, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Children's Bureau.


Brisson, N., Yuan, S. (2012, June).
Parenting Skills Assessment: An Overview of a Decade of Work by the Vermont Parenting Assessment Team, 2013 International Conference –Innovative Partnerships and Practices: The Path to Success for Parents with Learning Difficulties and Other Cognitive Limitations, Mystic, CT


Brisson, N. (2013, June).
Competence-Based Parenting Assessments for Parents with Intellectual, Developmental, and Mental Health Disorders, Green Mountain Criminal and Juvenile Defense Institute, Essex, VT


Brisson, N. (2013, May).
Building Capacity: Supporting Parents with Intellectual, Developmental, and Mental Health Disorders, Easter Seals-Family Time Coach Training, Barre, VT


Brisson, N., Irwin, B., Jones, S. (2012, October).
Providing Support to Parents with Learning Differences, American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Webinar


Brisson, N., Yuan, S. (2012, June).
Parenting Skills Assessment: An Overview of a Decade of Work by the Vermont Parenting Assessment Team, A Chance to Parent: New England Regional Summit, Greenfield, MA


Brisson, N., Yuan, S. (2010, September).
The Vermont Parent Assessment Team, The Association for Successful Parenting: A Chance to Parent International Conference, Denver, CO


Brisson, N. (2010, September).
The CARE to Parent Program, The Association for Successful Parenting: A Chance to Parent International Conference, Denver, CO


Brisson, N. (2010, June).
Supporting Parents with Intellectual Disabilities Through the Founding of the Association for Successful Parenting, American Association for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Providence, RI


Brisson, N. (2009, October).
Mental Wellness and Down Syndrome, St. Albans, VT


Brisson, N. (2008, 2009 March).
Behavior Support Guidelines: How to Prepare and Write Effective Behavior Support Plans for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, St. Albans, VT


Brisson, N. (2007, May).
Disability Culture, St. Albans, VT


Brisson, N. (2007, February).
Clinical Issues and Developmental Disabilities, St. Albans, VT


Brisson, N. (2006).
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Overview, St. Albans, VT


Brisson, N. (2001, May).
The Etiology, Assessment, and Treatment of Psychopathology in Individuals with Mental Retardation, Burlington, VT


Brisson, N. (1999).
Transition Services: Creating Bridges in the Community for Young Adults with Disabilities, St. Albans, VT

Our Values

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Safety

We believe that safety is paramount; and that respecting parents’ rights and protecting children’s welfare are necessary and compatible goals.

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Growth

We acknowledge that everyone can learn and grow.

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Awareness

We strive to be objective and aware of personal biases always.

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Empowerment

All individuals deserve the opportunity to develop and demonstrate skills, exert control over their lives, have support, and be valued members of their communities.

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