Creative approaches to autism and neurodiversity
This course explores creative, neuro-affirming approaches to supporting the needs of neurodivergent service users, colleagues, trainees, and supervisees. We will cover what neurodiversity is, what it is not, and how we can tailor our practice to help neurodivergent people thrive.
Creative approaches to autism and neurodiversity
This course explores creative, neuro-affirming approaches to supporting the needs of neurodivergent service users, colleagues, trainees, and supervisees. We will cover what neurodiversity is, what it is not, and how we can tailor our practice to help neurodivergent people thrive.
What is autism and neurodiversity?
Until recently, autism, ADHD, dyslexia and other ‘neurotypes’ were usually understood as disorders needing treatment. The neurodiversity paradigm offers an alternative perspective, where different kinds of minds are simply understood to be a regular part of human variation – albeit minds (and bodies) that may need additional support to flourish in a world that is better adapted to the needs of neurotypical people.
What you will learn
This course explores:
- common myths and misunderstandings about autism and other neurotypes
- fundamental assumptions of the neurodiversity paradigm and the social model of disability, along with implications for practice
- the language of the neurodiversity paradigm and how to use it confidently
- creative approaches to help neurodivergent clients and colleagues to flourish
- ways in which autism and other forms of neurodivergence may show up in mark-making and images created by art therapy service users
Although autism often co-occurs with a learning disability, this course is not specifically focused on supporting people with learning disabilities. Similarly, the course does not cover specific support for people whose neurodivergence is ‘acquired’ and stems from issues such as brain injury, substance use, or severe and enduring mental health difficulties.
How you will learn
The course will include:
- lecture-style inputs introducing relevant theoretical concepts and research findings
- case examples
- small group discussions
- creative reflective activities featuring time for art-making and looking at images
- time for questions and discussion with the larger group
Tutor
Dr Sarah Haywood
This was a very inspiring, thoughtful, informative course… The tutor’s passion really shone through. I have learnt so much and it was great having the opportunity to connect and think together with other art therapists.
Frequently asked questions
Bookings for our online Introduction, Foundation, ARTiculate, CPD and Masterclass courses close one week before the start date, at 10.00am.
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Employer funded bookings are available for our online Introduction, Foundation, ARTiculate, CPD and Masterclass courses.
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