Mrs. Marina Filipova | Psychology | Best Scholar Award

🎓 Marina Filipova is a dedicated clinical psychologist, with a passion for psychological assessment and therapy. Currently working as a psychologist at ADAPEI-28, she specializes in treating individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders. Her expertise spans diagnostic evaluations, cognitive assessments, and therapy interventions, particularly for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Over the years, she has contributed to scientific research, authored various publications, and participated in psychological training and education. Fluent in both Bulgarian and English, Marina ensures a broad spectrum of skills in psychological diagnostics, therapeutic methodologies like T.E.D., and parent guidance. Her work is well-recognized, with a strong emphasis on individualized therapeutic projects and supervision of clinical teams.

Professional Profile

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Education🎓

🎓Marina Filipova holds a Doctorate in Psychopathology from Université Paris Descartes (2016), with a thesis focusing on auditory behavior in children with autism. Her thesis titled “Study of Auditory Behavioral Alterations in Children with Autism” contributed a new evaluation tool, the EACAA-E (Scale for Auditory Behavior Alterations in Children with Autism). She completed her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the same university in 2012, where her research centered on autism and therapeutic development. Marina is also certified in the use of specialized diagnostic tools like ADOS-2 and ADI-R, which are instrumental in autism diagnosis. Additionally, she has undergone numerous training programs, including socio-emotional evaluation tools and brain training methodologies. Her educational foundation has been key in shaping her clinical expertise and ongoing commitment to research and clinical innovation.

Professional Experience💼

💼With over a decade of clinical practice, Marina Filipova’s professional career spans multiple roles in psychology. Since 2014, she has been a private clinical psychologist, conducting follow-up sessions, diagnostic evaluations, and intervention for neurodevelopmental disorders. She currently serves as a psychologist at ADAPEI-28, supporting both institutional and individual therapeutic programs for individuals with ASD. She has also held numerous positions, including psychologist at IME Alphée (2015-2021), where she conducted developmental evaluations and supported institutional practices. Additionally, Marina has a background in academic teaching, having taught child and adolescent psychopathology at Université Paris Descartes. Her experience extends to group therapy, supervision, and professional training, making her a versatile practitioner and educator. Her expertise includes designing individualized therapeutic projects, conducting evaluations, and guiding team discussions on autism.

Research Interest📘

Marina Filipova’s research interests focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), particularly in the auditory processing and sensory behaviors of individuals with autism. Her Ph.D. research led to the development of the EACAA-E scale, a clinical tool for assessing auditory behavior alterations in children with ASD. Her ongoing research includes exploring therapeutic methods such as T.E.D. (Therapy for Exchange and Development) and TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication handicapped Children), emphasizing autonomy and socio-sexual behavior. Additionally, she is invested in designing psycho-educational interventions that promote sensory and emotional development in individuals with ASD. Marina continues to explore innovative ways to bridge the gap between diagnostic evaluations and therapeutic interventions, publishing her findings in international journals. Through her research, she aims to enhance the understanding of neurodevelopmental disorders and improve clinical outcomes.

Award and Honor🏅 

Marina Filipova’s dedication to clinical psychology and autism research has garnered her several accolades. In 2016, she earned her Doctorate in Psychopathology from Université Paris Descartes with the highest honors, receiving unanimous praise from the jury for her innovative work on the EACAA-E scale. She is certified in multiple specialized diagnostic and therapeutic methodologies, including ADOS-2, ADI-R, and PECS, adding to her reputation as an expert in autism evaluation. Additionally, she is a certified Hogrefe ADI-R trainer since 2019, providing advanced training in autism diagnosis. Marina’s publications in notable journals and her contributions to scientific conferences reflect her commitment to advancing the field of autism and psychological diagnostics. Her achievements are a testament to her dedication to improving therapeutic approaches for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders.

Conclusion

Marina Filipova is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Scholar Award due to her significant research contributions, particularly in autism-related diagnostics, her extensive clinical experience, and her leadership in both academic and applied settings. With a strong publication record and innovative tools for ASD evaluation, she exemplifies scholarly excellence. Expanding her research scope and international engagement could further bolster her credentials for this prestigious recognition.

Publications top noted📝

• Research Thesis and Doctoral Dissertation:

1. 📝 Filipova, M. (2012). Comportement auditif et Thérapie d’Échange et de Développement chez l’enfant avec autisme. Mémoire de Master de Recherche non publié, Université Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris Cité. Directrice : Pr. Catherine Barthélémy.
2. 📖 Filipova, M. (2016). Etude des altérations du comportement auditif chez l’enfant avec autisme : mise au point d’un nouvel instrument d’évaluation, l’échelle EACAA-E. Thèse de Doctorat, Université Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris Cité. Directeur : Pr. Jean-Louis Adrien. Mention TH avec félicitations.

• Books:

3. 📘 Filipova, M., Blanc, R., Devouche, E., Barthélémy, C., & Adrien, J-L. (2023). L’échelle d’évaluation des altérations du comportement auditif de l’enfant et de l’adolescent ayant un TSA (EACA-TSA). Editions Hogrefe France, Paris.

• Book Chapters:

4. 📚 Filipova, M., & Blanc, R. (2024). L’EACA-TSA, un nouvel outil clinique dans l’évaluation des particularités auditives chez les enfants et adolescents avec TSA. In J-L Adrien & M. P. Gattegno (Eds.), Evaluer le trouble du spectre de l’autisme chez l’enfant et l’adolescent. De Boeck Supérieur, Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgique. (To be published April 2024).

• Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles:

5. 📰 Filipova, M., Boulard, A., Blanc, R., Roux, S., Barthélémy, C., & Adrien, J-L. (2014). Un nouvel instrument d’évaluation des altérations du comportement auditif chez l’enfant avec autisme : l’échelle EACAA-E. Revue Francophone de Clinique Comportementale et Cognitive, XIX, 57-69.
6. 🧠 Filipova, M., & Adrien, J-L. (2024). Les scénarios sociaux spécifiques en bandes dessinées (3S-BD) : un nouvel outil pour l’accompagnement à la compréhension socio-émotionnelle des personnes avec TSA et un handicap intellectuel associé. Annales Médico-Psychologiques. (Accepted March 24, 2024).
7. 🎧 Filipova, M., & Blanc, R. (2024). L’EACA-TSA, un nouvel outil clinique dans l’évaluation des particularités auditives chez les enfants et adolescents avec TSA. In J-L Adrien & M. P. Gattegno (Eds.), Evaluer le trouble du spectre de l’autisme chez l’enfant et l’adolescent. De Boeck Supérieur, Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgique. (To be published April 2024).
8. 🎙 Filipova, M., Blanc, R., & Adrien J-L. (2024). Une nouvelle méthode d’évaluation des profils de la symptomatologie sensorielle auditive de l’enfant et de l’adolescent avec TSA : l’EACA-TSA. Arapi 2024.

• Non-Peer-Reviewed Articles:

9. 📰 Filipova, M., Blanc, R., Devouche, E., Barthélémy, C., & Adrien, J-L. (2017). Evaluation des altérations du comportement auditif chez l’enfant avec TSA à l‘aide d’une échelle spécifique. Le Bulletin scientifique de l’arapi, 38, 30-35.

• Conference Presentations:

1. 10. 🎤 Filipova, M., Blanc, R., Devouche, E., Barthélémy, C., & Adrien, J-L. (2022, May). Un nouvel outil d’évaluation spécifique des altérations du comportement auditif des enfants et adolescents avec TSA : l’échelle EACA-TSA et sa validation psychométrique. [Oral Presentation]. 1er Congrès international GNCRA, Lyon.
   11. 🗣 Filipova, M., Blanc, R., Devouche, E., Barthélémy, C., & Adrien, J-L. (2022, July). Validation psychométrique de l’échelle EACA-TSA pour enfants et adolescents atteints de TSA. [Oral Presentation]. 3ème Colloque AFNA, Toulouse.
   12. 🖼 Filipova, M., Blanc, R., Roux, S., Malvy, J., Adrien, J-L., & Barthélémy, C. (2012). Etude des altérations du comportement auditif chez des enfants avec autisme à l’aide de l’échelle EACAA-E. Poster session presented at the 40ème Congrès AFTCC, Paris.
   13. 🏷 Filipova, M., Boulard, A., Blanc, R., Barthélémy, C., & Adrien, J-L. (2015). L’échelle EACAA-E pour le suivi des altérations du comportement auditif dans le TSA. Poster session presented at the 1er Colloque Francophone de Pratiques en TCC, Lyon.