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Affirming Practices:
An Introduction to Autism and ADHD

An introduction to ADHD, Autism and AuDHD. Exploring language, the brain, common traits and therapy themes. 4 hours

What's included?

  • 4 hours of video content and 4 APA CEUs*
  • A review of ND language, traits and prevalence
  • Understanding the ND brain
  • Setting up an affirming practice
  • Identifying themes in the therapy room
*Most licensing boards accept APA credits, though it is up to you to confirm if your license, board and state will accept APA continuing education units. 

Why start here

More and more clients are asking about ADHD and/or Autism but grad school didn't go in-depth on nuanced presentations of ADHD or Autism. Sign up today if you are ready to expand your knowledge to better support your clients in understanding their identity. 

Objectives

  • Apply neurodivergent-affirming language in clinical settings to foster inclusive and supportive communication with clients.
  • Differentiate the characteristics of ADHD, autism, and other comorbid mental health conditions to improve diagnostic clarity and individualized treatment approaches.
  • Integrate key neurodivergent traits with tailored therapeutic strategies to address clients’ unique experiences and needs.
  • Implement sensory accommodating strategies for a neurodivergent-affirming therapeutic environment, ensuring accessibility, comfort, and empowerment for neurodivergent clients.

Meet the instructor

Jamie Roberts

Jamie (she/her) is an AuDHD NeuroQueer LMFT in California. She has been providing psychosocial assessments since 2014, beginning in a psychiatry practice specializing in neurodevelopemental disorders. Jamie is the founder of NeuroPebble and sees clients in her group practice Equilibrium Counseling Services.
Patrick Jones - Course author