Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy CE Hours | Louisiana

2027

9:00 am - 1:30 pm CST

LIVE WEBINAR - INTERACTIVE DISTANCE LEARNING

4 CE DIAGNOSING HOURS NBCC APPROVED

4 CE CLINICAL HOURS ASWB ACE APPROVED

$80 for 4 CE Hours

This live training is designed for licensed mental health professionals seeking structured, evidence-informed education on neurodivergence in therapy. The course integrates diagnostic clarity, ethical practice standards, and neurodiversity-affirming clinical frameworks aligned with NBCC and ASWB ACE continuing education requirements.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Neurodivergence describes variations in cognitive functioning that differ from dominant societal norms. This includes autism spectrum presentations, ADHD, OCD, anxiety disorders, sensory processing differences, learning variations, and related neurodevelopmental profiles.

For clinicians, understanding neurodivergence in therapy continuing education contexts is essential for accurate assessment, differential diagnosis, and ethical treatment planning. Research continues to demonstrate that neurodivergent clients are frequently misdiagnosed, particularly across gender, race, and marginalized populations. Misinterpretation of neurodevelopmental differences can lead to ineffective or harmful interventions.

This neurodivergent CEU provides foundational and applied knowledge to strengthen clinical decision-making. Participants will examine historical diagnostic models, emerging neurobiological research, and contemporary neurodiversity-affirming practices. Emphasis is placed on ethical application within scope of practice and evidence-based frameworks.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain neurodiversity within historical, biological, social, and ethical contexts.
Describe how neurodivergence impacts contemporary psychotherapy theory and clinical practice.
Identify key considerations for differential diagnosis involving autism, ADHD, OCD, trauma, and anxiety disorders.
Distinguish between neurodiversity-affirming and non-affirming therapeutic approaches.
Apply ethical standards in assessment and treatment planning consistent with NBCC and ASWB ACE guidelines.

Learning objectives are measurable and structured in accordance with ACE continuing education standards.

WHY THIS TRAINING MATTERS

Mental health professionals are increasingly encountering neurodivergent clients across settings. Yet many graduate programs provide limited formal instruction on neurodevelopmental variation in adulthood, gender-diverse presentations, or co-occurring trauma.

Neurodivergence in therapy continuing education strengthens:

Diagnostic accuracy
Ethical clinical reasoning
Treatment planning grounded in neurobiology
Client alliance and therapeutic attunement
Reduction of misdiagnosis and over-pathologizing

This course supports clinicians in integrating biological foundations, lived experience perspectives, and practical therapeutic strategies.

KDH COLLECTIVE - ACEP NO. 7323

KDH COLLECTIVE HAS BEEN APPROVED BY NBCC AS AN APPROVED CONTINUING EDUCATION PROVIDER, ACEP NO. 7323. PROGRAMS THAT DO NOT QUALIFY FOR NBCC CREDIT ARE CLEARLY IDENTIFIED. KDH COLLECTIVE IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ASPECTS OF THE PROGRAMS.

KDH COLLECTIVE PROVIDER #2506, IS APPROVED TO OFFER SOCIAL WORK CONTINUING EDUCATION BY THE ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORK BOARDS (ASWB) APPROVED CONTINUING EDUCATION (ACE) PROGRAM. REGULATORY BOARDS ARE THE FINAL AUTHORITY ON COURSES ACCEPTED FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT. ACE PROVIDER APPROVAL PERIOD:. 09/30/2025 - 09/30/2026. SOCIAL WORKERS COMPLETING THIS COURSE RECEIVE 4 CLINICAL CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS.

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KDH Education Director & KDH Counselor

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KD Holmes, MS, LPC, EMDR Certified, BTTI Trained

Founder of KDH Collective & KDH Counseling

KD (she/her) is a practicing therapist at KDH Counseling for the past 20 years. She specializes in Anxiety Disorders, Phobias, OCD, and PTSD. She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and trained in BTTI for OCD treatment. KD utilizes biology as a foundation to guide behavioral approaches to mental health treatment, using DBT, RODBT, and ERP to address issues through tangible steps. Trauma reprocessing techniques like EMDR, and Deep Brain Reorienting are valuable tools to transform the nervous system and address trauma responses. The wisdom of biology, practitioner experience, data, and protocols lead to the best outcomes for clients and professional development.

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For LPCs, LMHCs, LCPCs, PLPCs, LMSWs, LCSWs, LMFTs, and other state-credentialed counselors

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KDH COLLECTIVE has been approved by NBCC as an approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP NO. 7323. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. KDH COLLECTIVE is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

We work hard to ensure the quality of our courses and educational materials. If you would like a refund, please email your request with an explanation to kd@kdholmeslpc.comwithin 48 of the live course, and we will review the refund request.

KDH Collective, 2506, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 09/30/2025-09/30/2026. Social workers completing this course receive 4 clinical continuing education credits.

To successfully complete this course and receive a certificate of completion / continuing education credit, participants must:

Attend the full live webinar course from start to finish.
Submit evaluations forms. (Completion of the evaluation is a required step before certificates are issued.)
CEU certifications will be emailed within a week of attending course and completing evaluations.