What is the Neurodivergent Wellbeing Approach course?
The Neurodivergent Wellbeing Approach is a holistic, Neurodivergent-friendly wellbeing curriculum that offers education and practical strategies for Neurodivergent individuals, their family members, friends, caregivers, and professionals who support them.
This programme is based on the concept of ‘experience to share’ and is designed to promote the wellbeing of participants, which they can then share with those they care for and support.
NdWA speaks to all aspects of Neurodivergent people
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Mind
NdWA speaks to Neurodivergent people’s minds via metacognitive (thinking about thinking) and self-coaching techniques.
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Body
NdWA speaks to Neurodivergent people’s bodies, through the cultivation of embodiment and instinct via nervous system education, neurosensory exercises and self-regulation strategies
Two streams to choose from
NdWA
for Individuals
Neurodivergent Wellbeing approach speaks to all aspects of Neurodivergent people: mind, body and spirit. Learn educational and practical strategies for managing stress and sensory overwhelm, deepening your self-knowledge, building capacity and tolerance, connecting with joy, unmasking, practicing self-advocacy and exploring embodiment in a meaningful way.
NdWA
for Professionals
Learn how to apply and model the techniques and insights from Neurodivergent Wellbeing Approach to enrich your understanding of neurodivergence and to facilitate neurodivergent-affirming practices in hospitals, communities, educational settings, third sector groups. This highly-practical training will be of value to anyone who works with Neurodivergent people.
Course content
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Session 1
Foundations
What is neurodivergence and what are neurotypes?
Creating safe space for neurodivergent people
The importance of education
Wholeness for wellness (mind, body, spirit)
The core approaches—creativity, metacognition, instinct and intuition
The basics of wellness—wellbeing factors, mindful embodiment and self-compassion
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Session 2
Stress & The Nervous System
Education – polyvagal theory, window of capacity, survival and stress responses
Instinct and felt sense
Hyper and Hypo sensory processing
Self-regulation, self-soothing and resourcing
INCLUDED WITH YOUR BOOKING
Printed coursebook
A full-colour, 84-page printed coursebook is included with your place on this course.
The coursebook includes:
Detailed instructions for exercises and techniques
Space to write reflections and respond to questions
Models, illustrations and diagrams to accompany the course content
References and links to additional content and resources
Every attendee will also be provided with a fully interactive digital PDF version of the coursebook.
Meet your trainer
Kay Louise Aldred
NdC Development Lead
Kay is an experienced educator with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and a theologian holding a Master’s degree (MA) focused on embodiment spirituality, needs, and care. A published author, she specialises in embodied education, and the bottom-up ‘fleshy knowing’ rooted in the lived neurodivergent experience of the bodymind. Kay is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education (EdD) degree.
Her work is centred on neuro-inclusive, nervous-system-focused, trauma-informed, relational, and creative approaches to training and resources. Kay’s approach aims to enhance individual and collective well-being, while also fostering positive change in organisational culture and outcomes.
How was this course developed?
The Neurodivergent Wellbeing Approach course was inspired by the idea of improving well-being through body-first methods and embodiment perspectives, which are bottom-up approaches.
In this training, Neurodivergent individuals explore what gives their lives meaning and how to become their allies and advocates by partnering with themselves.
The training also incorporates trauma-informed and nervous system-friendly practices, focusing on the power of regulation and co-regulation between Neurodivergent people and those offering support.
FAQs
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NdWA training can be delivered to parents, family members and friends of Neurodivergent people of all ages, hospital teams, community teams, educators, third sector groups, or anyone else who works or lives with Neurodivergent people.
We aim to work with individuals or teams who support Neurodivergent people , but we can also work directly with Neurodivergent people.
This course is open to Neurodivergent and Neurotypical individuals.
Attendees must be 18 years or older.
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The NdWA course is delivered online via Zoom. The sessions will include a mixture of presentations, practical demonstrations, and discussion.
In addition, you will be required to complete reflection tasks outside of sessions to gain your certificate. Every attendee will also be provided with a coursebook to accompany the session content, in both printed booklet version and digital, interactive PDF version.
NdWA can be delivered as 8x 90-minute sessions, or 4x half-day sessions. Please check the booking information to see which formats are being offered.
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Both streams offer the same content, but with different applications depending on whether you’re approaching it as someone with lived experience of Neurodivergence, or a professional who works with Neurodivergent individuals.
Which stream you choose to attend depends on your primary focus.
NdWA for Individuals
This stream is designed for Neurodivergent individuals, parents, and carers, focusing on personal well-being and supporting others' well-being in caregiving roles. If you’re looking to develop strategies for your own well-being, while also gaining insight into supporting others in a personal context, this cohort would be a good fit.
NdWA for ProfessionalsThis stream is aimed at professionals, and those working in advocacy or lived experience roles, who want to apply strategies to their own wellbeing while also bringing in their professional experiences. If your primary intention is to enhance your practice and share experiences professionally, this would be the right choice.
The course content and 'experience to share' model are identical for both streams, so it is not advisable to attend both at the same time.
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To complete this training, you will need:
An open mind.
To be able to commit the time to attend all the sessions, in addition to time after the sessions to complete reflection tasks.
A computer with good, reliable internet access.
A quiet space to attend.
The course workbook (printed or digital).
A pen.
If you have access needs that you’d like to discuss, please contact us
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These sessions are suitable for up to 20 attendees.
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Yes, definitely.
The content is useful for everyone in that it offers access to a comprehensive and holistic wellbeing programme. It reduces barriers and prejudice through education and supports embodiment and self-exploration. It is especially useful for reducing stress, anxiety, low mood and feelings of disempowerment, isolation and hopelessness.
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We strongly advise that you ensure you are able to attend all sessions for chosen cohort before you book your place on the course.
For confidentiality reasons, the sessions cannot be recorded and shared with attendees who may have missed them. If you are unable to attend a session due to unforeseeable circumstances, please contact the trainer as soon as possible.
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*All bursary places have now been filled. However, you can still email booking@ndconnection.co.uk to be added to our reserve list, should any of the current bursary recipients cancel their places.
To qualify for a subsidised place on our training course, applicants must meet these two following conditions:
Financial need:
Applicants with a demonstrable financial need, including low-income individuals or those currently unemployed, may qualify for a subsidised rate. Documentation may be requested to verify eligibility.Commitment to skills development and personal growth:
Individuals who exhibit a strong motivation to develop their skills, engage in self-reflection, and pursue personal growth, especially those without alternative resources for training support, may also be eligible.
Please note that eligibility is subject to availability, and proof of eligibility conditions may be required.
To request a subsidised place, please email booking@ndconnection.co.uk explaining how you meet the above conditions.