Neurodivergence and Mental Health

Target Audience: Ideal for leaders, HR, community workers and practitioners supporting the mental health of neurodivergent people.

Description

This practical course builds understanding of the unique mental health challenges faced by many neurodivergent people and develops confidence in providing appropriate, strengths‑based support. Participants will explore how being neurodivergent can intersect with mental health and learn practical skills to respond with empathy, clarity and confidence. The course focuses on what helps, what harms and how to create safer, more supportive interactions in everyday practice.

On completion of this workshop participants will

• Understand the unique mental health challenges faced by neurodivergent people​
• Have increased confidence using skills to support neurodivergent people experiencing mental health challenges.

Expand your understanding! Pair this course with the morning session of Neurodiversity Explored which offers foundational knowledge through a clear and practical overview of neurodiversity and neurodivergence in the workplace. Find out more.

• Interactive, up-to-date content based on the latest research.
• Practical, real-world examples to consolidate learning.
• Comprehensive take-home resource book with links to further resources.
• Wellness Responder services to create a trauma-informed training environment.
• Lived experience perspectives thanks to our Lived Experience Speakers.
• All day tea and coffee as well as light refreshments.
• Certificate of Attendance.

Workzone Building
Level 1/1 Nash Street
Perth, 6000

Map of venue

Full Members $152.00
Associate Members $171.00
Standard $190.00

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Want to run this course in-house and save on individual registration fees? 

Our custom and bespoke training options are tailored to your team’s unique needs and service environment.

Learn more about our custom and bespoke training, suitable for up to 24 staff and delivered at a location of your choice, right across WA.

Learn more about our training team, including our accredited Trainers, Lived Experience Speakers and Wellness Responders.

For further information or to register your interest for a future course, please get in touch at (08) 6246 3000 or training@waamh.org.au.