Empowering conversations, helping children and their families understand their neurodivergent identity
A practical course for teachers and school staff focused on building confidence in having supportive, compassionate, and neuroaffirmative conversations with families about noticing differences in children and young people.
Course Focus:
This training explores how to sensitively approach conversations around developmental, learning, social, emotional, and neurodevelopmental differences without pathologising children or placing families on the defensive. Participants will develop practical strategies for discussing concerns kindly and confidently, understanding parent responses such as overwhelm, fear, denial, or guilt, and learning how to “plant seeds” of support early so children do not continue to fall through gaps year after year.
The course will also focus on:
• Neuroaffirmative language and communication
• When and how to approach difficult conversations
• Supporting families through uncertainty and next steps
• Timelines for communication and ongoing collaboration
• Emotional support for teachers navigating these discussions
• Building stronger partnerships between schools and families
Speakers:
Dr Rea Powell – Licenced Psychologist
Dr Denika Campbell-lee – Licenced Clinical Psychologist
Date and Time:
Tuesday 20th May 2026
3:30pm – 4:30pm
Location:
Online
Zoom Link:
Registration Information:
Attendance is free
KHDA certificate available: 150 AED
Register through the link above
Important Information:
We look forward to welcoming school professionals for an afternoon of learning, reflection, and practical skill-building that supports more compassionate conversations and better outcomes for children and families.
Please register to secure your place.
We are not an emergency service, if you or someone you know is in crisis, please go to the emergency department at Al Jalila Children’s Hospital or Rashid Hospital
