Training

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My training is aligned with the neurodiversity paradigm, which recognises Autistic and other Neurodivergent experiences as a natural way of being. I offer bespoke autism (and neurodivergence) training to schools, workplaces, healthcare professionals and other organisations. These sessions often range from 1 to 3 hours.

For schools, I am available for in-service day training. Alternatively, schools can request 90 minute sessions for their monthly staff CPD meetings. Additionally, I am open to presenting at conferences or other specific events.

I also deliver courses with AUsome Training, including Cothú, a Train the Trainer course for anyone who supports parents of Autistic children. You can find dates for my next delivery of this course here. Additionally, I am one of the creators of Here Together, a Train the Trainer course for schools. Dates for future delivery are here.

There are a variety of topics I deliver sessions on, some of which are listed in the image below.

Autistics & Anxiety
Sensory Needs
Autistic Burnout
Energy Levels
Building Transitions
PDA
Supporting Distress
Communication
Creating Safe Spaces

One of the main sessions I deliver is titled ‘Understanding Autistic Experience’ which functions as an introductory session that runs for 2.5 – 3 hours. Additionally, I offer a shorter information session that covers Autistic experiences (communication, masking, sensory needs).

My sessions can be delivered online or in-person (if the travel distance is reasonable).

I also deliver sessions in collaboration with other professionals (such as Laura Hellfeld & Hayley Moroke) on topics around Same Food and PDA.

Some aspects of my training feature:

Referencing current research, including Autistic-led research and theories
Being informed by the ways that trauma can express for Autistic and otherwise Neurodivergent people
Offering practical support strategies, such as adapting environments, creating safety and reducing anxiety
Sharing insight into Autistic and Neurodivergent experiences, featuring my own personal insight, as well as that of the wider community
To promote multiply marginalised communities, such as Black and ethnic minority groups, those who are part of the LGBTQ+ community and non-speakers

I am open to requests for training and you can leave a message on my contact page if you are interested in this.

Note: I am not a mental health or healthcare professional and cannot offer therapy or advice on medication.