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SUMMARY:Neurodiversity 101- An Introduction to Neuro-Affirming Practice
DESCRIPTION:By the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to:  \n\nDescribe the concept of neurodiversity and its core principles \nUnderstand the prevalence and diversity of neurodivergent experiences \nIdentify key elements of neuro-affirming practice \nRecognise neuronormative assumptions and biases within professional contexts \nUse neuro-affirming language to respectfully support and empower neurodivergent individuals \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\nOverview \n\n\n\n\nThis 2 hour online professional development webinar offers an engaging and accessible introduction to the foundations of neurodiversity and neuro-affirming practice. \nDesigned for counsellors\, therapists\, and other helping professionals\, this 101-level session introduces the neurodiversity paradigm and key foundational principles of neuro-affirming practice. \nThe webinar includes interactive elements to support deeper understanding\, reflection\, and opportunities for participants to ask questions and engage in discussion. \n \n\n\n\n\nKey Learning Points \n\nWhat is Neurodiversity?\nKey Definitions and Concepts\nNeurodivergent Prevalence Statistics\nThe Neurodiversity-Affirming Paradigm\nUnderstanding Neuronormativity\nEmbracing Neuro-Affirming Language\n\nNote: This is an introductory session—not an in-depth clinical training—aimed at building a beginning foundation for more inclusive\, respectful\, and affirming professional practice. \nWho Is This Webinar For?\nThis webinar is ideal for anyone seeking to better understand neurodiversity and support neurodivergent individuals in neuro-affirming ways. No prior knowledge is required. Whether new to neurodiversity or refreshing your approach\, you will gain insight to enhance your professional practice and better serve neurodivergent communities in affirming ways. \nIt is suitable for students. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Facilitator\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbigail Raymond (she/her/ai)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNeurodivergent (AuDHD) counsellor\, arts therapist\, clinical supervisor\, trainer and mother based in Tāmaki Makaurau. My practice combines lived experience with professional training\, research\, and two decades of clinical experience. I work with whānau\, schools\, organisations\, and professionals to develop neuro-inclusive and affirming supports that empower autistic and neurodivergent individuals. In my private practice I provide neuro-affirming support for parents of autistic and neurodivergent children\, clinical supervision for professionals\, and training on neurodivergent and queer affirming practice. I am a full member and approved supervisor with both NZAC and ANZACATA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Details\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicket sales close at 3.45pm on Thursday 7th August. \nWhen: Thursday 7 August\, 7.00pm – 9.00pm \nWhere: Online via Zoom \nFees: \n\nNZAC Student Members: $6.82\nNZAC Provisional and Full Members: $53.60\nNon NZAC Members: $106.91\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Register
URL:https://neuroaffirmingfutures.co.nz/training-session/neurodiversity-101-an-introduction-to-neuro-affirming-practice/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Neuroaffirming Training
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