Thank you for your interest in the TOUCAN Study. TOUCAN is a research study focused on understanding how training mental health clinicians to use effective, research-supported interventions can improve care for children with executive functioning and emotional regulation skills, including neurodiverse/autistic children.

As part of this study, your child’s therapist may be using strategies they have learned—or are currently learning—through TOUCAN. We are interested in understanding how these strategies work in real-world settings, both for therapists and for the children and families they serve. We also value caregivers’ perspectives and want to learn about your experiences with these strategies.

Your involvement in the study may include:

• Allowing therapy sessions to be recorded
• Completing brief questionnaires
• For a subset of children, meeting with our research team to complete study assessments

Participation is always voluntary, and all information is kept confidential.

How to Participate

If you’re a caregiver interested in participating in the TOUCAN Study, here’s how to get started:

• Confirm your child’s therapist enrollment in the study – Participation in TOUCAN begins with your child’s therapist enrolling in the study. Once their therapist is enrolled, families may be invited to participate.
• Share your interest securely – If your child’s therapist is enrolled, you can use our secure online system (REDCap) to share your contact information and indicate your interest in participating. A member of our research team will follow up with next steps.
• Not sure if TOUCAN is a good fit for your family? You can learn more, ask questions, and request more information. Our team will be happy to answer your questions.