Overview

Discover a groundbreaking approach to developing social skills through the power of improvisation! Drawing from 45+ years of speech-language pathology expertise and decades of performing arts experience, this innovative playbook integrates speech-language pathology with theatrical techniques to create a powerful methodology for enhancing social communication skills. You'll find scientifically-informed approaches that blend analytical thinking with creativity, alongside step-by-step game instructions, worksheets, and complete lesson plans for immediate application in any professional setting—no performance experience required. Whether you're a teacher, therapist, counselor, or clinician, this comprehensive resource provides everything you need to incorporate improvisation into your professional toolkit. The Improv Playbook transforms traditional approaches to autism and communication support, empowering you to create breakthrough moments of connection and growth from the very first class or session.

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9781041165071

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Reviews

""Dr. Domingo brilliantly demonstrates how fun and transformative the enhancement of social skills can be through improvisation. Blending creativity with solid evidence-based research and data, he shows why improv is a powerful tool for enhancing communication skills. A must-read for anyone seeking growth through joy and proven strategies."" Gina-Marie Moravcik, MA, CCC-SLP, Owner of Sunrise Speech and Language Therapy Services ""Whether you are a healthcare provider, a classroom teacher, or anyone seeking to support social communication in a neurodivergent group, Dr. Domingo’s book offers a fresh approach. Drawing on his expertise as a speech-language pathologist and an improviser, he shows how the challenges of autism can be met through the joy of improv. In the growing field of applied improv, this book provides practical tools for integrating speech therapy with social skills development through creativity and spontaneity. After all, we learn best when we’re having fun!"" Sandra Bruce, Founder/Executive Director, Autism Improvised, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

Author Information

Robert A. Domingo, Ph.D., has extensive experience working with diverse populations, including those with autism, developmental disabilities, and neurogenic speech-language disorders. As current professor, past chair of LIU Post's Communication Sciences and Disorders department, and former president of LISHA, he now focuses on using improvisation and performance arts to enhance social pragmatic communication skills. Dr. Domingo uniquely combines his expertise in speech-language pathology with his passion for singing, acting, and directing to help individuals develop verbal and nonverbal communication for meaningful connections. He is also a member of the Hardscrabble Theatre Comedy Improv Troupe in Farmingdale, NY.

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