Approaches to Working Creatively with Neurodivergent Clients

 

In this sessions we’ll focus on creative ways to support neurodivergent clients wellbeing based on Louise’s two spirals model of ND wellbeing. This model has been developed over time through a mixture of Louise’s work with neurodivergent clients, her own lived experience as a multiply neurodivergent human alongside her professional and academic knowledge. This model focuses on a move away from blame and shame through kindness and compassion to support clients to stay out of burn out and find balance.

 

We will think about different creative approaches that could be used to support clients understanding of their own neurodivergent wellbeing and what can impact it to move up or down the spirals. This will include considering the potential barriers that neurodivergent clients might experience to some creative approaches, dependent on how their neurodivergence shows up for them. We will also think about how we can approach this work in a way that is affirming for all neurotypes and aligns with the values of the model.

 

This session will use powerpoint presentation, alongside the opportunity for experiential learning either alone or in breakout rooms for all attendees.

 

By the end of this session you will:

• Be familiar with the two spirals model of neurodivergent wellbeing

• Understand some of the considerations you may need to take into account when working creatively with neurodivergent clients

• Have the opportunity to try working with the two spiral model in creative ways.

 

Suggested Resources

• Paper and pens/pencils will be useful for all attendees, but any resources you use to work with clients are welcome in the sessions as you will be given the opportunity to think about how you can adapt exercises to your own style.