Holistic approach to supporting neurodivergent young people
The session offers practical, neurodiversity-affirming insight into autism, ADHD, PDA (Pervasive drive for autonomy), sensory needs and more equipping participants with the understanding and tools to make a genuine difference in everyday moments. By pairing the school's completion of: 'Teaching for Every Mind: Neurodiversity Training for Inclusive Classrooms' with your participation in 'A Whole Community Approach to Inclusion Training' A cohesive and well-rounded support system is created - ensuring the young person benefits from a consistent, inclusive approach across both educational and community settings. Together, these trainings form a wider support network the “everyday army” that helps neurodivergent children and young people feel safe, seen, and truly supported.
What You’ll Gain:
✅ Deep insight, empathy & understanding of neurodivergence ✅ Clear understanding of sensory, interaction & daily process needs ✅ Practical accommodations and everyday strategies that work ✅ Simple, effective communication tools for connection ✅ Tools to create truly supportive environments ✅ Ways to make the most of sensory resources and natural strategies All grounded in the McAleer Regulation Framework, featuring the Three Anchors of Regulation model — a powerful, practical approach to support and wellbeing.
Ready to start your learning journey?
Book your team or community training to deliver meaningful, practical learning that builds confidence, strengthens capacity, and creates lasting impact.
£900.00
Event Details
In-person group training for your team or community, delivered privately at your location of your choice in Northern Ireland. For training outside of NI please contact us for a quote Maximum of 40 people. This training can be delivered over 1 or 2 days. 🗓️ We’re flexible: Daytime, evening, and weekend options available to suit your schedule. Book now and we will contact you to confirm time and dates that work for you and your team If unsure please contact us on [email protected] or 02890 319 360
Meet your trainers
Lorraine McAleer, a former teacher and late-identified woman with autism, has over 25 years of experience. She co-founded Learning SPACE and Diverse SPACE to empower children and their key adults with effective, compassionate support. Her journey is rooted in family experience and shaped by years of hands-on practice, training, and continuous learning. Andy Hazley brings both personal and professional insight as an adult with autism, ADHD, PDA, and Dyslexia/Dyspraxia and proud father of three adult children, all on the spectrum. For over 20 years, he has been passionately advocating and supporting families and organization through training. His work is grounded in empathy, real-world experience, and ongoing research to help children be better understood and supported.
What people are saying
Lorraine and Andy were incredible! I laughed, cried and learnt so much. The most raw, honest and open thinking and minded course I have attended relating to autism, ADHD and neurodiversity. Thank you and keep up the great work
Enniskillen Our Generation Project May 2025
“I’ve been in this job for 20 years and I don’t think anyone really told me what to do with these sensory tools. It was fabulous. Thank you for facilitating.”
Glengormley High School
Thanks to Andy I have learnt how to get into the mind of my son and why he does the things he does!
Parent
This training workshop has helped me: 1. Reflect and build a deeper understanding of my ASD, 2. I feel more confident to help other people to help support and encouraging positive interactions as part of building their confidence
Enniskillen Our Generation Project May 2025
It was really informative and Lorraine & Andy were so passionate about what they were teaching us. Thank you! More of this needed for all staff in schools
Enniskillen Our Generation Project May 2025
Excellent, very personable training, well done and thank you to both trainers
Enniskillen Our Generation Project May 2025