An introduction to working with clients suffering with DE
An Introduction to Working with Clients Experiencing Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders in Neurodivergent Individuals
This training is designed for health professionals who wish to deepen their understanding of eating disorders and the ways these challenges can uniquely impact neurodivergent clients. The session explores how to recognise diverse presentations and work ethically, compassionately, and competently with these increasingly common and complex issues in clinical practice.
At a glance
Format:
On-demand video / Live online / In-person / Blended
Duration:
14 hours total
Level:
Introductory / Intermediate / Advanced
Access:
Immediate access / Timed access / Live dates only
CPD/Certificate:
e.g. CPD certificate provided / X hours CPD
Meet Your Trainer/s
Who It's For
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What You'll Learn
Aim
To provide professionals with a framework for recognising and working with eating disorders and disordered eating in both neurodivergent and neurotypical clients.
Objectives
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Explore ethical practice, overall health considerations, and the psychological experiences clients may bring to treatment.
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Examine the influence of culture, stigma, and societal narratives surrounding eating behaviours and body image.
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Recognise and support eating disorders and disordered eating with the neurodivergent individual in mind.
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Understand the client’s motivations, coping mechanisms, and the complex pathways involved in recovery.
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Explore the interaction between physical and emotional processes within the mind and body.
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Develop the skills required to support clients through health gain, lapse, relapse, and recovery.
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Build appropriate and sensitive clinical language and communication approaches when discussing eating behaviours and recovery.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will:
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Understand the importance of working with each neurodivergent client in a person-centred and compassionate way.
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Gain insight into the additional challenges neurodivergent individuals may face during recovery from eating disorders and disordered eating.
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Learn how to recognise potential signs of neurodivergence in clients and apply appropriate supportive interventions.
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Develop an understanding of hypersensitivity and hyposensitivity in autistic individuals and strategies that support engagement.
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Explore ways to work effectively with ADHD clients who may experience difficulties with executive functioning and organisation.
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Understand the importance of pacing, rapport building, and thoughtful assessment when beginning work with this client group.
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Examine why neurodivergent individuals may be more vulnerable to developing disordered eating and eating disorders.
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Understand the role of mental health and nutrition in treatment outcomes for neurodivergent clients.
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Learn how appropriate nutritional interventions can help clients engage more effectively in other aspects of their treatment.
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Reflect on how communication styles can either support engagement or unintentionally create barriers within the therapeutic relationship.
If you have any questions about the course content or entry requirements, please contact team@neddetraining.co.uk or call 01892 546773.