Creating Neuroaffirming Treatment Plans: A Strengths-Based Approach

Presenter: Sara Barth, LCSW-C & Aniya Robinson

Course Description:

Examine how traditional deficit-based models influence goal development and learn to create person-centered treatment plans that leverage client strengths, support self-determination, and align interventions with the needs and experiences of neurodivergent individuals.

Learning Objectives:

• Differentiate neuroaffirming and deficit-based treatment approaches and apply core neuroaffirming principles to clinical practice.

• Develop treatment plans that incorporate strengths-based language, collaborative goal setting, and interventions that promote autonomy, self-determination, and quality of life for neurodivergent clients.

• Evaluate and revise treatment plans using a neuroaffirming framework to align goals and interventions with the strengths, preferences, and support needs of neurodivergent clients.

1.5/Category 1 CE's