Autistic and Neurodivergent Considerations in Trauma-Informed Care – 2 April

Delivered by Sanam Bagherian, Ph.D. in clinical psychology and NATINA – Frian Wadia MNZM

Are you seeking to enhance your approach to trauma-informed care with a deeper understanding of autistic and neurodivergent considerations? Join us for a transformative workshop that explores the intersection of neurodiversity and trauma, providing essential insights for more inclusive and effective care practices.

Gain a nuanced understanding of how trauma intersects with autism and other neurodivergent experiences. Explore the unique ways in which neurodivergent individuals perceive, process, and respond to traumatic events, and learn to tailor your approach accordingly.

Essential Topics Covered:

1. Why neurodivergent people might experience trauma
2. How neurodivergent people may communicate trauma
3. Main causes of trauma for neurodivergence
4. Using polyvagal theory to understand trauma
5. Potential tools to help manage trauma, such as sensory modulation and co-regulation.

When: 2 April  2025, 9am – 3.30pm

Where: Online via Zoom

Cost: Earybird – $325 inc GST. Standard – $375.00 inc GST

The price stated is per person.

Contact:  Nathalie van Dort – [email protected] / 021 066 9811

For more information and to register – please visit the website:

https://www.grow.co.nz/autistic-and-neurodivergent-trauma-care/