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Description:

This webinar provides school psychologists with a framework for integrating neurodiversity-affirming practices into counseling within school-based settings. The session reviews foundational concepts, builds a shared language, and encourages school psychologists to reexamine traditional practices through a neurodiversity-affirming lens. Attendees will learn how to apply key concepts such as the double empathy problem, communication differences, and sensory and regulation needs to better understand student behavior and engagement. Practical strategies are introduced to help school psychologists shift their thinking, language, and intervention approaches to better support diverse learners. Participants will leave with a clearer framework for providing counseling services that strengthen student identity, autonomy, and growth in school.

Released in April 2026, this individual webinar can be purchased for $50 (scroll down to purchase). The content in this webinar is intertwined with Domains 4, 6, and 8 of the NASP Practice Model. Refund requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Attendees who complete this 2-hour webinar will receive 2.0 NASP-Approved CPD credits.

Learning Objectives:

1. Review the foundations of neurodiversity-affirming counseling.

2. Examine traditional practices through a neurodiversity-affirming lens.

3. Learn ways to adapt counseling approaches to better support student autonomy, identity, and growth.

NCSP Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion (EDI)/Social Justice Renewal Requirement:

NCSP renewal includes 3 hours of CPD in equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)/social justice. This webinar provides 2.0 hours that may be applied toward that requirement.  

Presenter Bios:

Lauren Rosenbaum Ed.S. is a practitioner in her twelfth year as a school psychologist, and in her seventh year at Perkins School for the Blind. Her main interests lie in working with complex communicators and students with low-incidence disabilities, and application of neurodiversity-affirming practices in assessment and counseling. She identifies as neurodivergent herself, and is invested in broadening the school psychology field to be more welcoming and supportive of neurodivergent practitioners and graduate students. Lauren co-leads the NASP Neurodiversity Interest Group, and is actively involved in the NASP BVIPsych Interest Group.

Meredith Edelstein PhD, LEP, NCSP is in her 15th year working as a school psychologist in Massachusetts. She is passionate about neurodiversity affirming practice and has specific interests in disability identity development in early to mid childhood. Meredith worked in the public schools for 8 years and then transitioned to private practice work, where she provides assessment, counseling, and consultation services to local schools and families. Meredith is also an assistant teaching professor at Tufts University, teaching classes on assessment, law and ethics, and third year supervision. Meredith co-leads the NASP Neurodiversity Interest Group and also leads the Neurodiversity Affinity Group for the Tufts school psychology program.

Attendee Feedback:

“The resources offered were based in theory and current research while also being concrete and practical to my work. The examples from the presenters’ own practice were useful for understanding the content and for taking the learning to my work. Slides were well-formatted, clear, included helpful visuals, fully explained.” -Amy

“The presenters did an excellent job reviewing the history/foundations and theory related to neurodiversity. The practical examples, interventions/strategies/curricula, and sample counseling goals provided were extremely helpful.” -Summer

“This information was presented in a clear and thoughtful manner. I love the inclusion of resources and how the presenters utilized inclusive language examples throughout the presentation. The concepts that I learned can also be put into practice immediately!” -Faith

“Fantastic presentation! I am excited to apply my new knowledge towards counseling in the upcoming school year. I enjoyed learning some new terms that shed light on how some of my school practices could improve, too. Thank you!” -Kelly

“I learned so much! I loved learning about the double empathy problem but also every time they mentioned a problem they offered amazing solutions! 10/10 training.” -Chelsea

“I enjoyed the practical examples and resources provided. I appreciated the emphasis on shifting language, e.g., from ‘attention-seeking’ to ‘connection-seeking’.” -Shyemaa

“This workshop challenged the way I speak and think about neurodiverse students, and now that I know better, I can do better!” -Erin

“Very clear. Great updates on language. Easy to implement to enhance neurodiversity-affirming approach.” -Kristy

“The presenters were very knowledgeable and walked me through the concepts in a way that was easily understood.” -MaryEllen

“Presenters were very knowledgeable, informative, and presented thought provoking information.” – Marla

“This webinar helped broaden my perspective. It provided useful language to implement with all individuals.” -Lisa

“I really enjoyed having both instructors identify as neurodiverse to add to the training from their own personal perspectives.” -Candace

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