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This workshop provides a specialized framework for understanding and supporting neurodivergent grief expression. Participants will examine how sensory processing differences influence emotional regulation and the experience of loss. Emphasis is placed on practical approaches to accessibility, consent, and ethical adaptation, equipping practitioners with the tools needed to tailor grief support to diverse neurodivergent needs safely, respectfully, and effectively.

Educational Goal

The educational goal of this workshop is to enhance participants' ability to recognize and support neurodivergent expressions of grief through a sensory-informed lens. Learners will acquire practical skills to ethically adapt grief interventions, prioritize consent, and create accessible, inclusive environments for diverse populations.

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Adapt grief-informed approaches for neurodivergent populations.

  • Apply evidence-informed somatic regulation strategies to support stabilization and emotional processing in grief contexts.

  • Integrate somatic frameworks ethically into professional roles.

Target Audience

  • Addiction Professional
  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Psychologist
  • Social Worker

Presenters

Alex Ament, PhD, BCBA, RYT-200 is a licensed psychologist who specializes in supporting neurodivergent youth experiencing mental health challenges, including grief and trauma. She has experience working in hospital, school, and private-practice settings, where she strongly believes in integrating movement and somatic tools. This extends into her love for teaching and practicing yoga as a way to strengthen the mind-body connection and build self-awareness.

Financially Sponsored By

  • LIGHT Movement