Neurodiversity and Youth Workshop
Coming Soon
Trauma Workshop
Suicide Workshop
Wellbeing Workshop
Training
Neurodiversity and Youth Workshop
Coming Soon
Trauma Workshop
Suicide Workshop
Wellbeing Workshop
Training
NEURODIVERSITY AND YOUTH WORK
Purpose:
This 3 hour workshop equips leaders, practitioners, and support workers with a deeper understanding of neurodiversity in young people, how it can present similarly to trauma responses, and how these factors intersect in high-risk youth. It provides practical, real-world strategies to support regulation, engagement, and safety.
Who this is for:
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Youth workers and mentors
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Teachers and education staff
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Counsellors and support practitioners
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Ministry and community leaders working with high-risk or vulnerable young people
What this workshop covers:
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Understanding neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, sensory differences)
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How neurodivergence presents in behaviour, emotions, and communication
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The overlap between neurodiversity and trauma responses
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Shutdown, avoidance, overwhelm, hypervigilance
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Emotional reactivity and regulation challenges
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High-risk youth presentations:
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Substance use, self-harm, risk-taking behaviours
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Aggression, withdrawal, and disengagement
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Attachment disruptions and relational instability
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How to differentiate between trauma-driven responses and neurodivergent traits
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The nervous system: regulation, dysregulation, and co-regulation
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The difference between behaviour and underlying need
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The impact of masking, burnout, and chronic stress
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Practical, real-world strategies for:
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De-escalation and co-regulation
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Building trust and connection
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Supporting engagement in resistant or shut-down youth
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Responding safely to high-risk situations
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What participants will gain:
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A framework to interpret complex behaviour beyond surface presentation
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Clarity in recognising trauma, neurodivergence, and high-risk indicators
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Tools to support emotional regulation and co-regulation
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Increased confidence in managing challenging and high-risk situations
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Strategies to create safer, more responsive environments
Approach:
This workshop takes an integrative, trauma-informed approach, recognising that neurodiversity and trauma often overlap—particularly in high-risk youth—and require nuanced, informed responses. It draws on nervous system understanding, attachment theory, and whole-person care.
Outcome:
Participants will leave with practical tools, deeper insight, and the ability to respond to high-risk and neurodivergent young people with greater accuracy, reducing misinterpretation, improving safety, and strengthening relational outcomes.
Delivery:
Online via Zoom
or In Person
Cost
$500 for Churches and Community Organisations
About the Trainer
Aimee Ruth Bell
Integrative Practitioner | Counsellor | Minister
Currently completing a Master’s in Counselling, Aimee works with young people and leaders using a trauma-informed, whole-person approach. She brings experience in pastoral care, spiritual formation, and supporting neurodivergent and high-risk youth.
Qualifications: Advanced Diploma in Integrative Practice | Diploma of Community Welfare Work & Counselling | Certificate IV in Training & Assessment | Certificate IV in Ministry & Theology | Graduate Certificate in Arts (in progress)
Feedback
"This workshop brought a huge revelation to the room. I walked away with language and tools to better support young people. It was incredibly impactful"
Street Peace Youth Mentor
“The insights into neurodivergent responses were so helpful. It really shifted my focus to dealing with underlying issues rather than just behaviour. Your honesty and transparency made it even more powerful.”
Street Peace Youth Mentor
“Clear, insightful, and deeply engaging—especially through your personal journey. It made me want to understand more so I can better relate to and support young people, including my own children.”
Street Peace Youth Mentor
“The understanding that neurodivergence is not something ‘wrong’ but a different way the mind works was a key takeaway. I also appreciated the holistic approach—looking at body, soul, and spirit when supporting young people.”
Street Peace Youth Mentor
“There was so much rich, practical knowledge. The biggest takeaway for me was the importance of making assessments before assumptions. I’d love even more time to go deeper.”
Street Peace Youth Mentor
“It was so refreshing to see such a genuine and honest presentation. As someone with ADHD, it encouraged me to have more grace for myself while leading and supporting others. The content was powerful and very informative.”
Street Peace Youth Mentor