Module 1: Introduction to Finding What Matters

In this session we explore: Introduction to inclusion and what it means in practice Neurodiversity and what it includes Medical and social models of disability  Preparing to listen – embedding listening and what helps you listen Dual listening skills exploring the approach This video gives a good overview of the reasons why neurodiversity is important for the human race and why it needs to be celebrated (3 mins): This is a further optional video a woman gave on Imagining Neurodivergence (31 mins): 

In this session we explore: Parents with ‘children who experience the world differently’ – what that means What different child’s needs mean for families How that feels for different family members What parents need Importance of listening

This session explores: Parenting when there is a disability or illness or trauma Biggest challenges There are solutions Different possible interventions The benefits of coaching The role coaching has in supporting family life For anyone who would like to try out Rowan's idea of painting with bubbles, that she described in her coaching session below, here are some instructions: https://artful-kids.com/2012/02/02/paint-with-bubbles-3-ways/

In this session we explore: The emotional journey of parents with children who experience the world differently  Different emotions at different stages Transformational listening  How and when to use your own experience 

In this session we cover: The common coaching topics for parents Common reasons parents reach out for support Deciding on the parameters for coaching Professional boundaries Establishing coaching goals Signposting Deciding when coaching is appropriate What can be achieved through coaching The biggest fears new coaches have How this course addresses these fears There is the main video and 2 supporting videos giving an overview of the Global Code of Ethics and the pre-coaching questions.

This review session has no pre-recorded video. We used some of the time to discuss contracting and the examples of different contracting options are below. We also discussed paperwork and will be simplifying the paperwork in coming weeks.