October 14, 2025
Beyond Behaviour: Understanding Trauma and Neurodivergence
Exploring Trauma-Informed Approaches Through the Lens of Neurodivergence
Are you a teacher, SENCO, therapist, social worker, or professional supporting children and young people? Do you want to deepen your understanding of how trauma and neurodivergence intersect — and develop practical tools that truly make a difference?
Join us in Essex for a one-day, in-person trauma-informed neurodivergence conference on Wednesday 14th January 2026 at Jobserve Community Stadium Colchester hosted by Inspire Wellbeing Services in partnership with Kids Inspire. With a full programme of expert keynotes, interactive workshops, and evidence-based strategies, this event is designed to give you practical skills you can apply immediately in your work.
Conference Details
Spaces are limited – register your interest today to secure your place.
Date and time
14th January 2026
Time
9am to 4:30pm
Location
Colchester Football Stadium
Price
£175 per delegate
Learn from Leading Experts
Our keynote speakers bring extensive clinical expertise and lived experience to the topics of trauma, neurodivergence, and therapeutic support at our trauma-informed neurodivergence conference 2025:
Kieran Rose, The Autistic Advocate – internationally recognised for his work in autism advocacy and neurodivergent lived experience.
Sue Bell OBE DL – Chief Executive and Clinical Director of both Kids Inspire and Inspire Wellbeing Services, with decades of clinical practice in trauma-informed care.
Hands-On Workshops
Throughout the day, you’ll engage in interactive sessions focused on key areas of trauma-informed practice and neurodivergence, including:
Recognising and supporting neurodivergent burnout
Facilitating non-verbal communication through small world play
Embodied self-regulation strategies to help professionals co-regulate with children
Understanding and supporting sleep challenges in neurodivergent children
Connect and Collaborate
The conference also offers valuable opportunities to connect with fellow professionals, share experiences, and build your support network in a safe, supportive environment.
You'll leave with
Whether you’re experienced in trauma-informed work or beginning your learning journey, this conference will provide fresh insights, inspiration, and confidence to enhance your practice.
Confidence
Greater confidence in recognising the subtle signs of distress in children who mask
Understanding
Practical understanding of neuro-affirming language and its importance
Strategies
Child-centred, trauma-informed strategies you can use immediately
Tools
Tools for working collaboratively with families, schools, and wider support teams
