Professional Development Training
Last year we hosted a professional development training on Working with Autism and ADHD, which sold out within weeks. Due to the strong interest and excellent feedback, we are running a second session on 26 February 2026.
Training will explore:
- Key Traits of Autism and ADHD
- What are the differences and similarities
- Comorbidities of Autism and ADHD
- Inclusive Skills and Practical Strategies to support individuals
- Approaches for schools, counselling spaces, and community settings working with neurodiversity in teens, young adults and adults
- Regulation tools and emotional forecasting
- Impact on relationships when one person is neurodiverse
- Understand the Trauma and Challenges for Parents of Neurodiverse Children
- Navigating diagnosis: grief, stress, and systemic barriers
- Available supports and resources
Participants will gain:
- Greater Awareness: Building inclusive communities that reduce stigma.
- Practical Confidence: Tools to recognise and nurture the strengths of neurodivergent individuals.
- Family Support: Insight into the systemic impacts on parents and carers, with pathways to resources.
- Empowered Neurodivergent Voices: Helping neurodiverse people feel seen, valued, and supported to thrive.
ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:
MJ & Denise, from Diverse City (www.diversecity.co.nz) and Spectrum Connections (www.spectrumconnections.co.nz), are highly respected in the Tauranga community for their expertise, dedication, and contributions in supporting and advocating for neurodiverse individuals.
MARY-JANE (MJ) DU TOIT
BA Hum Psych (Psychology & Industrial Psychology)
Prosci Certified Facilitator and Trainer
The upcoming training is filling quickly, but we still have spaces available. If you would like to attend, we encourage you to register soon – www.stpetershouse.co.nz/training
COURSE DATE: Thursday 26 February 2026
TIME: 9am – 12.30pm (Registration open from 8.45am – training starts at 9am)
VENUE: St Peters Church, 130 Spring Street, Tauranga
COST: $95+gst
Course costs include morning tea and course materials.
