Audience: Individuals with Tourette Syndrome or another Tic Disorder, families and caregivers, researchers, clinicians, and other community members
About the Science in Action Showcase: The Science in Action Showcase is a webinar series designed to provide up to date information on important scientific, clinical, and technological advancements shaping Tourette Syndrome research in 2026. Led by leading experts across neuroscience, behavioral therapy, neuromodulation, and pharmacology, this series turns complex science into digestible, engaging conversations. Participants will learn what’s new, what’s promising, and what’s on the horizon for improving care, treatment, and quality of life for those who experience tics. Browse the other webinars in this series.
CBIT & Beyond: Advancements in Behavioral Treatment for TS Therapy
Join two leading experts in behavioral treatment for TS, Dr. Michael Himle and Dr. Douglas Woods, as they share the latest clinical insights and research developments in evidence-based interventions such as Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT). This session will provide an in-depth exploration of current best practices in behavioral therapy, including practical strategies for assessment, treatment planning, and tailoring interventions to meet the unique needs of individuals across different age groups and clinical presentations. The presenters will also highlight emerging therapeutic approaches, recent research findings, and innovative methods for delivering behavioral therapy in diverse settings, including clinics, schools, and virtual platforms. Attendees will train a comprehensive understanding of how to optimize treatment outcomes, address challenges in clinical practice, and integrate new perspectives into their work with individuals living with TS.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the latest evidence-based practices in behavioral treatment for TS, including updates on CBIT and related interventions
- Learn strategies for adapting behavioral therapy across different settings, populations, and age groups to maximize effectiveness
- Gain insight into emerging research, innovative approaches, and evolving perspectives that are shaping the future of behavioral care for Tic Disorders
Michael B. Himle, Ph.D.
Michael B. Himle, Ph.D. earned his Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2007. He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Utah. He is an expert in behavioral approaches for understanding and treating behavioral disorders of childhood, with emphasis on tic disorders and associated conditions. He is active in researching environmental factors and behavioral processes involved in the onset and course of these conditions and translating this information into more effective non-pharmacological treatments. He is also interested in dissemination strategies for behavior therapy. He has published more than 40 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters and has given more than 80 conference presentations and invited talks on Tourette Syndrome and related conditions. His research has received funding from the Tourette Syndrome Association and the National Institutes of Health.
Douglas Woods, Ph.D.
Douglas Woods, Ph.D. is currently Provost and Chief Academic Officer at Loyola University Chicago. Dr. Woods has been working in the Tourette field for nearly 30 years. He has written over 300 articles and 12 books, including the CBIT treatment manual; and has received over $6 million in research funding for Tourette and related conditions. Through the TAA’s Behavior Therapy Institute program, Dr. Woods is a co-developer of the online self-help CBIT program tichelper.com, and he has trained hundreds of practitioners to do CBIT in North America, Europe and Australia. Dr. Woods is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies. He is a former co-chair of the Tourette Association of America’s Medical Advisory Board (MAB) and remains an active member of the MAB.
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