Autistically Scott
Scott is an Autistic Trainer, Mentor & Consultant based in Lanarkshire. They have several years of experience supporting Autistic people as well as delivering a variety of training sessions and presenting at conferences to numerous professionals and groups. Scott also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Autism. Additionally, they work with organisations such as AUsome Training and GROVE Neurodivergent Mentoring & Education. Scott is a co-author of Creating Safe Spaces for Autistic People and the children's book Gabby's Glimmers.
“I have went along to the training. Scott was amazing, and the course was delivered brilliantly”
“Autistically Scott is Amazing. Had the pleasure of attending a training day scott lead and it was fantastic!”
We are really excited to have Scott deliver sessions for DIFFERabled, if you would like to attend please click on the links below:
Wednesday 27th August, 10am - 12.30pm
In person @ Saracen House or Zoom Online
or
Thursday 28th August, 7pm - 9.30pm
Zoom Online
An introduction to Autistic experience that provides insight into Autistic communication, sensory needs, processing styles, amongst other aspects. It will help participants to develop neuro-affirming practices for supporting Autistic people. Attendees will also gain insight into Autistic-led theories and Autistic experiences through immersive activities.
(We kindly request that professionals check our website for available workplace training, this session is a safe space for families and carers only).
Wednesday 10th September, 10am - 12.30pm
In person @ Saracen House or Zoom Online
or
Thursday 11th September, 7pm - 9.30pm
Zoom Online
Neurodivergent communication is multi-faceted and there are many ways we express ourselves. This session will showcase how communication is valid and not disordered or a deficit. In addition, it will provide potential adjustments and accommodations to enhance Neurodivergent people’s opportunities to communicate in the way they need to, thereby allowing them to advocate for themselves.
(We kindly request that professionals check our website for available workplace training, this session is a safe space for families and carers only).
Wednesday 24th September, 10am - 12.30pm
In person @ Saracen House or Zoom Online
or
Thursday 25th September, 7pm - 9.30pm
Zoom Online
In this session there will be an overview of the numerous senses all humans being have and the ways this can present with Autistic people.
It will then explore how Autistic people’s sensory needs are influenced in various environments. Managing energy levels, understanding sensory profiles, and prioritising self-care will be some of the areas covered to help support the sensory needs of Autistic people.
(We kindly request that professionals check our website for available workplace training, this session is a safe space for families and carers only).
Wednesday 8th October, 10am - 12.30pm
In person @ Saracen House or Zoom Online
or
Thursday 9th October, 7pm - 9.30pm
Zoom Online
The topic of this session will be based on the needs of the group that has been attending Scott’s sessions to date, a topic will likely be decided during the Sensory Needs session and could be one of the following: Burnout / Shutdown; PDA; Trauma; Anxiety
(We kindly request that professionals check our website for available workplace training, this session is a safe space for families and carers only).