Autism, Reframed: Understanding Autistic Experience
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Autism, Reframed: Understanding Autistic Experience Through a Neuro-Affirming LensNeurobrilliance Workshop Series
Date: Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm (AEST)
Format: Live Online Workshop
Facilitators: Clinical Psychologists Rebecca Alexander and Dr Eryn Davies
Cost: $99
Autism is often misunderstood through outdated or deficit-based models. This workshop invites you to step into a modern, neuro-affirming understanding of autistic experience: one that honours strengths, celebrates diversity, and supports authenticity. Whether you’re an autistic person, a parent or caregiver, an educator, or a professional, this session will deepen your insight and give you practical, compassionate tools you can use right away.
What You’ll Learn
🌟 Reframing Autism Beyond Myths and Deficit Models- Gain a clearer, more accurate understanding of autism when viewed through a strengths-based, neuro-affirming lens. We’ll explore common misconceptions, the social/cultural construct of neurodiversity, and what truly matters for wellbeing.
🌟 Making Sense of Sensory Worlds
Learn why sensory processing differences are central to autistic experience. We’ll unpack how the sensory world shapes daily life and share simple, effective ways to support comfort, regulation, and safety across environments.
🌟 Communication That Works for Autistic People
Communication isn’t one-size-fits-all. Discover the range of autistic communication styles, including spoken, written, visual, and nonverbal, and develop strategies that promote genuine connection without pressure or misunderstanding.
🌟 Masking, Stress, and Autistic Burnout
Understand why masking develops and what burnout looks like in autistic people. You’ll learn how to create environments that reduce pressure, support authenticity, and promote long-term wellbeing.
🌟 Practical Tools for Everyday Support and Self-Advocacy
Walk away with actionable strategies you can use immediately: supporting autonomy, reducing overwhelm, strengthening relationships, and nurturing autistic identity, confidence, and self-advocacy.
Who This Workshop Is For
Autistic adults and young adults
Parents and caregivers
Educators and support workers
Allied health professionals
Anyone seeking a deeper, more comprehensive understanding of Autism
Why Attend?
You’ll finish this session with greater clarity and confidence: plus a toolkit of practical supports that truly align with autistic needs and preferences.
Date
Wednesday 11 February 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (UTC+11)Location
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