Autistic adults face unique issues and require specific support in both the pre & post diagnosis journey.  Many counsellors do not feel confident in counselling Autistic adults.  This is an underserviced population in the counselling space, with a lot of focus existing on the needs of Autistic children and/or with a very deficit approach.  This has led to Autistic adults experiencing ineffective or even harmful treatments. Additionally, many Autistic adults are put into the position of providing education to their mental health professionals about autism or the implications of and around diagnosis.   This is a 2hr live online interactive workshop for counsellors + other allied health professionals, filled with hands on strategies to support Autistic adults in every step of the diagnostic process

• Learn how to provide guidance and support to adults seeking an autism diagnosis
• Learn about the post-diagnosis phases
• Support Autistic adults post-diagnosis

For the pre-diagnosis journey, we will examine which groups tend to have higher levels of underdiagnosis, and what kind of presentations undiagnosed Autistics may have, and why people may seek a diagnosis.  We will then look at the diagnostic process, including common issues and concerns that appear and the pros and cons of diagnosis.  You will learn practical ways that you can support Autistic adults during this phase.   For the post diagnosis journey, we will look at how you can support Austics with building Autistic identity, grieving in the post diagnosis phase, connecting with neurokin and how they can feel empowered.  We will also focus on breaking the burn out-cycle, which is essential for every Autistic adult.   WHO IS THIS TRAINING FOR ? This training has been designed with counsellors and psychotherapists in mind.  But anyone who regularly works with Autistic adults or uses counselling skills as part of their profession will benefit from this training.   FEATURES OF PRESENTATION This is an interactive and hands on online workshop where you will gain knowledge, and practical advice and strategies to work with Autistic adults in a safe and effective way.  Combining in depth theory with experiential work and providing ample examples this online workshop will help you learn skills for creating more neurodiversity affirming practices to suit Autistic adults.

• Engaging & evidence-based content
• Hands on activities designed to deepen your learning experience
• Lots of practical examples and strategies

I place a cap on the maximum number of attendees.  This means that you have the time and space to ask questions and keeps the workshop interactive.  This is not a lecture with hundreds of attendees.  It means that I can tailor content according to the interests of the group.   COST I have tried to keep the costs low by keeping extras to a minimum.  You can add on extras as suited to your budget.  All prices are inclusive of GST.   Live Workshop $150 SPECIAL ACA DISCOUNT RATE: Enter the code ACA2025 at checkout and receive a $50 discount for the live workshop.   Optional extras You can select these optional extras during checkout. Online resources – $10 100+ page resource pack delivered to you digitally to download Includes copy of the slides & worksheets referenced in the presentation   Hard copy of resources – $60 100+ resource pack printed in colour in a folder, shipped to your address Receive a copy to download as well A free bonus sensory pack   Group supervision (1.5hrs) – $75 Run by a neurodivergent & qualified supervisor Limited to 6 attendees PACFA or ACA membership mandatory for attendance Groups will run with 2 or more attendees No refunds available for group supervision Runs after the workshop: August 9th 12-1:30pm A separate Zoom link will be sent to you on the day of the workshop   SCHOLARSHIPS Full and part scholarships are available.  For more information or to apply please see: https://www.ndats.com.au/scholarships   CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION A link will be provided to attendees at the end of the workshop to complete an online assessment.  After this, you will be able to download a certificate of completion.   If you are an ACA member you will be able to claim 5 OPD points.  For other associations, please check your OPD policy