(HS Oswald Brown 150760 2026) Breaking Free from the Neurodivergent Survival Cycle: Help Autistic Clients Build Shame-Resi...
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Course overview
Autistic individuals are often subjected to trauma when their neurodivergent needs and behaviors are invalidated or misunderstood. This session introduces the Neurodivergent Survival Cycle to help clinicians recognize and respond to these patterns. Define "neurodivergent trauma" and its clinical implications Explore the Neurodivergent Survival Cycle and its impact on mental health Apply the COMPASS framework for trauma-informed, neuroaffirming care Use shame-sensitive strategies to foster resilience and self-acceptance Understand risks and limitations of current research and interventions
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Certified Master Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Florida Board of Nursing
APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Psychology
Limited License Psychologist
Psychologist
Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Social Worker
Marriage and Family Therapist
Registered Social Worker Assistant
Disclosure statements
Financial: Tasha Oswald is the founder and director of Neuro Affirm Institute and Open Doors Therapy. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Tasha Oswald has no relevant non-financial relationships.
Financial: Cynthia Brown has an employment relationship with Open Doors Therapy. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Cynthia Brown is a member of the California Association for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors.