This talk is hosted by Wendy Pearson, a counsellor and mentor who has worked with autistic young people for many years. Wendy will discuss:
Current understanding of autism within a neurodiversity framework
Understanding individual autistic perspectives
Barriers created by physical, sensory and social environments
Emotional-based school avoidance, transitions to university and the workplace, anxiety, OCD, masking
Practical tools and supportive strategies with focus on emotional regulation, communication and independence
There will be time for Q&A and to chat with other attendees.
This talk is hosted by Wendy Pearson, a counsellor and mentor who has worked with autistic young people for many years. Wendy will discuss:
Current understanding of autism within a neurodiversity framework
Understanding individual autistic perspectives
Barriers created by physical, sensory and social environments
Emotional-based school avoidance, transitions to university and the workplace, anxiety, OCD, masking
Practical tools and supportive strategies with focus on emotional regulation, communication and independence
There will be time for Q&A and to chat with other attendees.
