Neurodiversity Training
with a Difference
Create a culture of awareness, acceptance and active allyship
Are you looking for neurodiversity training that…
Instils curiosity and motivates your employees to learn more about neurodivergence and neuroinclusion.
Gives your employees the confidence and the tools to be neuroinclusive without the need to go into too much depth into each neurodivergent presentation (autism spectrum, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and more).
Focuses on taking action and implementing simple but effective best practices.
Look no further — it sounds like I might be just the right person.
Training that inspires action
“After this meeting I think I will disclose to my manager that I experience neurodivergence. I have never disclosed at a workplace before for fear of it being used against me.”
“There were really tangible actions that I can take away such as reminding people it's okay to turn their cameras off, to give more space and time for people to process and respond to a question.”
“I've learnt so much from attending the session today and feel more confident about what I can do to better support the wellbeing of my neurodiverse colleagues.”
“Following this session, I’ll reflect on the language that I use. I want to be an advocate for neurodiversity in the workplace, by calling out poor narratives and inappropriate language.”
Flexibility to meet the needs of your organisation and neuroinclusion strategy
I offer three types of training solutions to suit your needs:
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Go wide
General neurodiversity training for all employees, delivered live remotely.
Best for
Organisations aiming for better awareness across the company.What it involves
A series of 60-minute ‘lunch and learn’ style sessions via Zoom, Teams or Google Meet on a variety of topics:Enabling neurodivergent employees to thrive at work
How to talk about neurodiversity in the workplace
What actually is the autism spectrum
And more
Investment
Packages starting from £1,500 -
Stay focused
Specialist neurodiversity training targeted at specific employee groups.
Best for
Organisations wishing to build on neurodiversity awareness and inspiring acceptance and active allyship.What it involves
Hybrid (with pre-work) or fully live training tailored to the specific needs of a group:Neurodiversity training for line managers
Neurodiversity and mental health: upskilling training for Mental Health First Aiders
Optional follow-on group coaching
Investment
Packages starting from £1,500 -
Go holistic
A blend of general and focused training sessions and more.
Best for
Organisations with significant commitment to neurodiversity and neuroinclusion.What it involves
A combination of ‘go wide’ and ‘be focused’ approaches, personalised to your needs alongside other services, for example:On-demand coaching and mentoring for neurodivergent employees and their allies
Co-production of neurodiversity resources and policies
Community engagement via Slack or email
Investment
Please enquire. Note a 12-month minimum commitment required
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About Me
My name is Alicja (‘A-lee-tsya’) Nocon,
I deliver neurodiversity training that is accessible, relatable and actionable. I empower neurodiverse self-advocacy and inspire active allyship, allowing you to harness the power of neurodiversity in your organisation.
In my work as a neurodiversity trainer, I draw onto:
My corporate experience: I’ve got a first-hand experience of working in the corporate environment as a neurodivergent professional. Prior to creating Expand the Circle, I enjoyed a diverse career as a Consulting Actuary (FIA CERA) for 10 years.
My own lived experience of autism spectrum and late-life diagnosis: I know what it’s like to process, experience and interact with the world differently. I’m always very happy to share my own experience, including the difficulties I experienced but also the amazing support that enabled me to play to my strengths.
The lived experience of my coaching clients: As well as my own experience, you’ll get insight into real life experiences of neurodivergent professionals (while protecting their identity). I’ve positively impacted more than 25 neurodivergent coaching clients, across a range of neurotypes, ages, gender identities and career levels.
My evidence-based knowledge: Since discovering I’m autistic, neurodivergence and neurodiversity have become my new interest: I have consumed books, lived experience accounts and scientific research papers on the topic. I have even published my own original research on character strengths of autistic adults in the UK.
My professional qualifications: I hold an integrated Master’s degree in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology (MAPPC) from the University of East London (2021, Distinction). I’m also accredited with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) at the Senior Practitioner level (see the certificate here).
What my clients say about the training
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Further Learning
Looking for something else to complement and embed neurodiversity training?
I also provide neurodiversity coaching for employees and bespoke consulting services.
You can choose the service(s) that are most relevant to you right now. As your needs evolve, you’ll be able to upgrade to other services easily without having to find another partner.
