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SUMMARY:Neurodiversity in Clinical Practice
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Information:\nThis dynamic four (4) hour training offers an engaging deep dive into Autism and ADHD – exploring their historical roots\, how understanding has evolved over time\, and what current clinical research tells us today. Participants will gain insight into common yet often overlooked traits\, the subtle presentations of Autism and ADHD\, and the cultural dynamics that shape neurodivergent lived experiences. \nThrough practical skill-building\, attendees will learn how to recognize and work effectively with Autistic and ADHD traits\, confidently support neurodivergent clients\, and expand their repertoire of neuroaffirming language\, strategies\, and clinical tools to enhance therapeutic outcomes. \n  \nObjectives:\n\nParticipants will gain an understanding of neurodiversity by defining key principles\, terminology\, and the spectrum of neurodivergent conditions\, with an emphasis on how embracing a more inclusive and respectful approach when working with neurodivergent clients.\nParticipants will learn strategies and techniques for delivering care that is respectful of\, and tailored to\, the unique needs and strengths of individuals with autism and ADHD. This will include practical methods for creating affirming environments\, improving communication\, and addressing common challenges specific to these conditions.\nParticipants will learn practical methods to recognize and address cultural\, societal\, and clinical biases related to neurodivergence\, including how societal factors\, such as stigma and exclusion\, affect neurodivergent individuals and how to provide a safe\, affirming\, and supportive space for all clients.\nParticipants will review neuroaffirming strategies to foster safe and inclusive therapeutic environments\, promoting client engagement\, trust\, and retention in substance use treatment.\nParticipants will develop practical\, collaborative care skills for working with neurodivergent clients and their families\, with an emphasis on client autonomy\, self-advocacy\, and honoring individual preferences in meaningful and empowering treatment planning.\n\n  \nThis training is worth four (4) contact hours. An application for four (4) contact hours has been made to the Maine Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors. \n  \nRegister Here \n  \nAgenda for the Day:\n8:30am to 8:45am – Welcome\, Housekeeping\, and Introductions \n8:45am to 9:45am – Presentation \n9:45am to 10:00am – Break \n10:00am to 11:30am – Presentation Continues \n11:30am to 11:45am – Break \n11:45am to 1:00pm – Presentation Wrap-Up & Open Discussion \n  \n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters:\nMolly Tarr\, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her MSW from the University of New England in 2016. She works from a relational\, integrative\, and neurodiversity-affirming perspective and is trained in EMDR\, with influence from Internal Family Systems (IFS). Molly has worked across community\, outpatient\, and IOP settings\, supporting autistic and ADHD clients as well as individuals navigating anxiety\, trauma\, and disordered eating. Now in private practice\, she specializes in autism\, ADHD\, and trauma-informed care. Her clinical work is informed by both professional training and lived neurodivergent experience. \n\n\n\nJaime Mastrorio\, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her MSW from the University of New England in 2017. Her clinical approach is grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)\, with an emphasis on acceptance\, values-based living\, and skill development. Jaime has worked across the continuum of care\, including in-home therapy\, residential treatment\, school-based services\, and outpatient settings. She is now in private practice\, primarily supporting neurodivergent adolescents\, young adults\, and families. \n  \nAbout This Training Team – Shared Clinical Perspective:\n\nJaime and Molly first worked together supporting autistic children and families and bring over a decade of combined clinical experience. Now both in private practice with shared specialties in Autism and ADHD\, they collaborate to offer therapist trainings that are practical\, strengths-based\, and neuroaffirming—designed to support clinicians in building safer\, more effective therapeutic relationships with neurodivergent clients. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://healthaffiliatesmaine.com/event/neurodiversity-in-clinical-practice/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Professional Trainings
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