Is there a certificate available for attending this event?

This event is equivalent to 5 CPD points and a certificate of attendance is available on request.

Will the event be recorded?

Yes, the event will be recorded and a copy of the recording will be on Naomi Williams' youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NaomiWilliams_createinme

Monday, 22 September

Bridging the Gaps: Enhancing Therapy for Neurodivergent Individuals

By Naomi Williams

Join us online to learn how to improve therapy techniques for neurodivergent individuals and bridge the gaps in their care!

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Welcome from Alex Norris MP

Alex Norris is the Labour and Co-operative Member of Parliament for Nottingham North and Kimberley. He is the Minister for Building Safety, Fire and Local Growth. First elected to Parliament in 201...

Lived-Experience

Rebecca Mason

My name is Rebecca, and I am a parent of four children. My children are 10, 9, 7 and 5. My eldest child is Jack, and I have always felt as if Jack was somehow different, Jack is now diagnosed with d...

Intellectual disability, autism and anxiety

Kayla Smith

Kayla Smith is a Health Sciences doctoral researcher at the University of Warwick. Her research focuses on characterising and disentangling profiles of social anxiety and social motivation in people ...

Building the Infrastructure for Early Help: Local Data to Support Youth Mental

Dr Colin Palmer

Dr Colin Palmer is a Senior Researcher for Birmingham Women and Children’s Mental Health Trust (FTB) and University of Warwick Medical School. He has been researching youth mental health for over a...

Perspectives on Adaptations, Mental Health and Neurodivergent Populations

Host: Naomi Williams

Naomi Williams, a Special Educational Needs expert, currently obtaining a doctorate in mental health and neuroscience, is the Founding Director of Sensory Learning & Play C.I.C. Qualified in Social W...

How can technology help to put children at the centre of their care?

Dr Philippa Kindon and Helen Barnes

How can technology help to put children and young people at the centre of their care? In this session, we'll explore how healthcare services are working towards inclusive support for neurodivergent c...

Sensory integration within public mental health services: supporting clinician

Martha Hume

Martha is an experienced occupational therapist with a broad background in mental health, physical health, and intellectual disability services across both Ireland and the UK. Martha is an Anna Freud...

Framework Consultation

Helene Torr

I have been working with parents and carers of children and young people with additional needs for over twenty years and I am driven by ensuring these voices are heard and empowered to get the best p...

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Highlights

5 hours
Online

About this event

Health • Mental health

Welcome to "Bridging the Gaps: Enhancing Therapy for Neurodivergent Individuals"!

Join us on Mon Sep 22 2025 at 10:00 AM BST for an exciting online event focused on improving therapy for neurodivergent individuals. Our lineup of speakers includes experts in the field who will share their insights and strategies for bridging the gaps in therapy.

Whether you're a therapist, caregiver, or someone who is neurodivergent, this event is for you. Learn about the latest research, therapies, and tools to better support neurodivergent individuals in their journey towards improved mental health and well-being.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. Register now and be a part of this important conversation!

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Naomi Williams

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