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Learning and Development

Early Childhood, Primary School, Adolescence, Childhood Development, Child Health and Wellbeing, Trauma Informed Care

Neurodivergent children and young people in care: Understanding, Behaviours & Strategies

Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm (3 hours)

Date: Tuesday 08 September 2026

Location: Online (Zoom)

Presented by: Christina Keeble

This webinar will provide carers with the latest, up to date, lived experience research around neurodivergence – Autism & ADHD – including Monotropism, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), the Double Empathy Problem, and more.

The session will:

  • Facilitate a carer’s understanding of the neurodivergent child/teen’s internal experiences and processes
  • Support carers to understand the ‘why’ behind behaviours they may encounter
  • Provide a sound understanding about the intersection of trauma and neurodivergence along with practical strategies on how to support the child in care when the challenges arise.
  • Build the carer’s confidence in supporting the neurodivergent child or teen in their care

A PDF copy of the slides will be provided to all attendees. There will be time for discussion and Q&A at the end of the presentation.

This session is presented by Christina Keeble, an Autistic ADHDer and proud parent to two neurodivergent children. Christina blends her lived experience with extensive professional expertise across education, psychology, and inclusion. She has a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), a Master’s in Special Education, and a Graduate Diploma in Primary and Early Childhood Teaching. Christina has delivered impactful keynotes, training, and workshops to diverse audiences across Australia for almost 10 years.

The session is designed for kinship, foster and permanent carers.

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