Training Program
Neurodiversity in Health and Mental Health Workshop Series
This Workshop Series is part of the A.C.C.E.P.T. Program™ for organizations to promote understanding, communication, and connection within their workforce and client base.
Ideal for:
Health and mental healthcare providers
Agencies that support youth and their parents
Accessibility and wellness services at universities and colleges
Organizations seeking greater diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
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Trainer:
“A.C.C.E.P.T. training workshop series is based on a synthesis of research, personal experiences, and professional insights related to Autism, ADHD, and other divergent neurotypes.
I bring decades of academic teaching, two decades of social work experience, and an infinite desire to keep learning and challenging what I think I know to my work.”
Wendy McGuire (she/her)
MSW, RSW, PhD
Clinic Director and Registered
Social Worker
Workshop Modules
Build capacity to delivery affirming care to neurodivergent youth and adults in your organization.
Module One: Foundations of Neurodiversity-Affirming Health & Mental Health Care
What does it mean to provide knowledgeable and non-pathologizing care to neurodivergent youth and adults? In this module, you will learn to recognize and explore neurodivergence using the NDOS (Neurodivergent Operating System) tool, not the ADOS!
Module Two: Neurodiversity and Gender Diversity Affirming Practices
Neurodivergent people are 3 to 6 times more likely to be gender divergent. They experience and express gender differently from the ‘mainstream’ LGBTQ2SIA+ community. This module focuses on how to modify care to be both neurodiversity and gender affirming.
Module Three: Modifying Traditional Therapeutic Modalities for Neurodivergent Clients
Traditional therapeutic modalities often don’t work for neurodivergent individuals. This module teaches the three pillars of the A.C.C.E.P.T. model and a modified model of emotion regulation (DBT) to address emotional, sensory, and cognitive dysregulation.
Module Four: Trauma and Neurodiversity-Affirming Mental Health Care
Trauma is more prevalent in the neurodivergent population than among neurotypicals and (c)PTSD is often misdiagnosed as it is expressed differently and more likely to result from developmental or small-t trauma. In this module, you will learn how to better recognize ND trauma and respond in ND-affirming ways.
Module Five: Cross-Neurotype Communication in the Workplace: Practical Applications
Communicating across neurotypes can be challenging for neurotypical and neurodivergent people, alike. Linguistically, we may speak the same language, but the meaning of the same words, tones of voice, or facial expressions can be wildly different, impacting inclusivity and productivity in the workplace. In this module, you will learn how common assumptions about communication don’t apply across neurotypes and how to develop a ‘third language’ to bridge the gap.
5 things past participants have enjoyed about A.C.C.E.P.T. workshops
friendly and fun atmosphere
empowering and engaging presentations
clearly defined learning objectives
exploring and challenging current practices
lived experience perspective and professional insights
Customized Training
If this training program isn’t the right fit for your organization, get in touch through the contact form and I will customize the training to your needs.
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How to Join
Book A Workshop
Delivery: Online
Length: 90 minutes per module or half day
This Workshop Series is currently available for organizations, not yet for individual practitioners.
Book A Workshop
Delivery: Online
Length: 90 minutes per module or half day
This Workshop Series is currently available for organizations, not yet for individual practitioners.
Other A.C.C.E.P.T. Program™ groups
The ND Room
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A.C.C.E.P.T. Group for Couples
A virtual support group for ND/NT and ND/ND couples who want to explore and understand how neurodivergence impacts your relationship.
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A.C.C.E.P.T. Group for Neurodivergent Adults
A virtual support group ideal for those who want to explore their Neurodivergent Operating System, build skills, and share experiences.
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