Neurodiversity Informed Practice
Delivered Online via Zoom
Our Award Winning, comprehensive and evidence based Specialist Diploma in Neurodiversity Informed Practice is suitable for qualified Counsellors, Psychotherapists, Psychologists, Art Therapists, Play Therapists, Guidance Counsellors, and therapists in training.
This programme is also open to Life Coaches, Educators, Family Support Workers, Residential Staff, Youth Workers and Social Workers who wish to ensure a neurodiversity affirming, strengths based and informed approach in their work.
Participants will develop a sound understanding of the nature and scope of Neurodiversity along with the appropriate skills to work in an informed, ethical and effective manner with clients who identify as Neurodivergent.
This course is recognised and approved by The Irish Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy and has been Awarded 105 IACP CPD Points.
Programme Tutor
Romy Graichen
She, Her/They
Romy is the lead trainer on our Specialist Diploma in Neurodiversity Informed Practice. She is late diagnosed multiply neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD, Dyslexic and Dyspraxic), Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. Romy is also a parent to three neurodivergent children.
She has trained in a variety of modalities including Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy, EMDR, Brainspotting, Imago, Somatic Trauma Therapy and EFT. Romy specialises in Neurodiversity and Trauma Informed Psychotherapy, training and supervision. In addition to being a Brainspotting Consultant, she also delivers training on Neurodiversity Affirming Brainspotting internationally. Romy advocates for and is extremely passionate about inclusion and equity and the key focus of her work is on enhancing Neurodiversity Affirming Practice.
Programme Modules & Timetable
January – July 2027
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Course Orientation
Monday 11th January 2027.
10am – 12pm- Introduction to course philosophy, principals and assessments
- Student Portal, support & expectations
Facilitators: Liz Quish, Programme Director | Romy Graichen
Nature & Scope of Neurodiversity
Saturday 16th January 2027,
Sunday 17th January 2027.
10am – 4pm- Medical and Social Model
- Ableism and Neurodiversity
- Neurodiversity Paradigm
- Neurodivergent Brains and Neurotypical Brains
Medical & Social Perspectives 1
Saturday 6th February 2027,
Sunday 7th February 2027.
10am – 4pm on Zoom.Medical and Social Perspectives on:
- Autism
- PDA
- ADHD
Medical & Social Perspectives 2
Saturday 13th March 2027,
Sunday 14th March 2027.
10am – 4pmMedical and Social Perspectives on:
- Dyslexia
- Dyscalculia
- Dyspraxia
- Acquired Neurodivergence
Autistic Nuances
Saturday 24th April 2027,
Sunday 25th April 2027.
10am – 4pm- Expressive Language
- Sensory Experiences
- Stimming
- Executive Functioning
- Double Empathy
Tutorial
Thursday 29th April 2027 (Group 1),
or
Thursday 6th May 2027 (Group 2).
10am -11.30amParticipants are expected to attend one online tutorial. Please email your preference.
Facilitator: Liz Quish, Programme Director.
Regulation
Saturday 8th May 2027,
Sunday 9th May 2027.
10am – 4pm- Polyvagal Theory
- Regulation and Co Regulation
- Regulation Tools and Strategies
Neurodivergence & Mental Health
Saturday 12th June 2027,
Sunday 13th June 2027,
Saturday 3rd July 2027,
Saturday 4th July 2027.
10am – 4pm- Barriers to quality of life in Neurodivergent Individuals
- Primary Clinical Presentations
- Adapting and Modifying your Therapeutic Approach
- Modifying the Therapeutic Environment
Programme Closing – Group Process
Thursday 8th July 2027.
10am – 12pmGroup Process, Exploration of Knowledge and Implications for Professional Practice.
Facilitator: Liz Quish, Programme Director.
Programme Fee & Registration
Full Fee: €2,000
€350 Deposit on registration
€330 monthly for 5 months, automatically debited to payment card.
Entry Requirement
Our IACP CPD Approved and Recognised Specialist Diploma is open to practitioners working in the Mental Health, Education, Social Sciences and Social Care professions. Participants are required to have core training to Diploma Level.
Teaching Method
This programme will be facilitated entirely online on Zoom
Assessment
- Reflective Learning Journal – 1500 words
- Book Review – 1500 words
Terms & Conditions:
Please read our Terms and Conditions document carefully. You will be required to indicate your consent on the programme application form.
Testimonials
Previous Participant Feedback
Brilliant course. This is my second course with Greenane. Would highly recommend this from many perspectives; the organization and content of the course and the Lecturers. The weekends were wonderful and I looked forward to participating in each. I started off knowing something about this topic but finished with deeper insights and knowledge, beyond what I imagined and gaining in confidence to work with clients who are neurodivergent. I enjoyed the reading and am still reading. I also cannot speak more highly of the wonderful class cohort I was lucky enough to be with. The lecturers, especially Romy, were all so generous with their time, their research, information , insights, experiences and notes. Liz as usual guided us all through it. Really wonderful. Enjoyed it all so much. The standard of teaching was high and the degree of kindness and understanding shown to all was exemplary. A course to remember for all the right reasons.
I really enjoyed this course and the tutors made the experience so enriching, especially Romy. I have learned so much about neurodiversity an area I was previously lacking, and this has hugely benefited my clinical work.
Such a brilliant course! The facilitation allowed for such rich sharing and learning, and I would highly recommend the course to others.
I really enjoyed the course and the tutors were amazing especially Romy. Couldn’t fault anything. I have learned so much around neurodiversity, something I was previously lacking. It has really benefited my clinical work.
A fantastic learning experience. Loved the therapeutic learning approach and the experiential aspect of the course. Thanks to everyone involved in the Greenane Centre, my lecturers and colleagues on the course for making this such a transformative learning experience which will no doubt benefit my neurodivergent clients.
I would like to say that it was an insightful and eye opening course. The compassionate and knowledgeable Romy is most certainly an expert in her field. She has amazing insight and made everything seem so understandable. Her practical insights and solutions were impactful. I could sit and ask her questions all day long, it was great .
“A truly neurodivergent affirming course, informative and interesting throughout. It exceeded all my expectations. Left me feeling empowered to make immediate changes to my practice in ways I wasn’t always expecting. This is a course grounded in theory and evidence, with so many practical applications for clients and colleagues. Thank you – highly recommend.”
– Lucy J. | Therapist
“This programme far exceed my expectations. Fantastic and relevant content, delivered by a team of passionate and neurodiverse facilitators. I learned so much, every part of the programme was highly considered and extremely engaging. This programme has greatly enhanced my understanding in relation to Neurodiversity and has had an immediate positive effect on my work practices.”
– Sarah P. | Social Worker
“5 Stars from me. Exceptional training so robust. A lovely blend of theory and practical skills development. The fact that the facilitators were neurodiverse drew me to the programme “ not about us, without us” . The Greenane Centre is most certainly leading the way in evidence based Neurodiversity Informed Training. I will definitely be back to undertake more training with this organisation.”
– Marie | Psychotherapist
Have Additional Questions?
Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any queries. We will be more than happy to answer any of your questions.