Understanding and Embracing Autism and Neurodiversity

Learn about autism and neurodiversity in our empowering course, challenging ableism and promoting acceptance.
Format

Online
Course

Starting date

OPEN NOW!

Author

Dr Rachel Hughes

Video

33 min

Duration

1 hour

Price

$50
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About the course

In this video, Dr. Rachel Hughes discusses the strengths and challenges specific to autistic individuals. She provides insights into the primary diagnostic criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and debunks common myths about the causes of autism. Dr. Hughes emphasizes the importance of understanding the unique combination of genetic and environmental factors that contribute to autism. She also highlights the strengths of autistic individuals, such as their ability to notice patterns and their direct communication style. Throughout the video, Dr. Hughes encourages viewers to challenge ableism and create inclusive spaces for autistic individuals.

Compassion-Focused

This lesson is dedicated to helping you incorporate a more empathetic lens around autism by explaining the concept of neurodiversity and ableism.

Expert-Based Info

Let us do the research for you! All concepts included are based in the most recent literature around autism, as well as the years of clinical experience of Dr Rachel.

Bite-Sized and Effective

Learn a wealth of straightforward an in-depth information around topics of autism, neurodiversity, and ableism in around a half hour.

Course Lessons

Dr Rachel Hughes, LMFT, CMHS

With over 12 years of experience, Rachel Hughes has dedicated her career to supporting individuals, families, and couples with neurodivergent and gender minority members. Her expertise spans academia while training other marriage and family therapists, as well as supervising clinicians in community practices. Rachel's therapy work in community-based, outpatient, and inpatient settings has focused on nurturing unique growth trajectories. She champions the celebration of individual strengths and works to acknowledge systemic challenges with her clients, advocating for everyone to embrace their most authentic selves.
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