Trauma-Informed Therapy for the Neurodivergent Client
Join Dr Cloie Parfitt, supported by Bernie Wright, for an in-depth six-hour training exploring the impact of trauma on neurodivergent individuals and how it can shape eating behaviours, emotional regulation, and mental health.
This comprehensive online course is designed to help professionals develop a deeper understanding of trauma-informed therapy within a neurodivergent context. Participants will gain practical insight into recognising trauma responses, understanding their influence on behaviour and wellbeing, and applying thoughtful, compassionate approaches when supporting neurodivergent clients in clinical practice.
Explore the powerful connection between trauma and neurodivergence, uncovering how trauma can shape eating behaviours, emotional regulation and mental health — and how trauma-informed approaches can create safer, more compassionate and effective support.
At a glance
Duration:
4 hours total
Level:
For all
CPD/Certificate:
CPD Certificate
Who It's For
Counsellors
Psychotherapists
Clinical supervisors
Mental health professionals
Educators
Health coaches
Occupational therapists
Social workers
Speech and language therapists
School psychologists
Behavioural therapists
Special education teachers
Primary care providers
What You'll Learn
Understanding trauma
Explore what trauma is, including the differences between simple and complex trauma, and how these experiences can shape mental and emotional wellbeing.
Trauma and identity
Consider how trauma can disrupt a person’s sense of identity and how this may influence the therapeutic process.
Unique experiences of trauma
Recognise the distinct forms of trauma often experienced by neurodivergent individuals and other marginalised groups.
Trauma and eating distress
Understand the ways trauma can influence eating behaviours, body image, and relationships with food.
Trauma in neurodivergent individuals
Learn how trauma may present differently in neurodivergent clients and explore factors that can support recovery and therapeutic progress.
If you have any questions about the course content or entry requirements, please contact team@neddetraining.co.uk or call 01892 546773.