Barb Cook
Master of Autism (Education) & Diploma of Health Science (Nutrition)
Developmental Educator, Autism & Neurodiversity Consultant, Adult ADHD Coach, Employment Training, Author, Presenter.
Developing individualised learning strategies, tools and supports with positive outcomes for Neurodivergent people.
Services Barb provides
Barb is a Developmental Educator (DE) and Autism and Neurodiversity Consultant for neurodivergent teens and adults (autism, ADHD and dyslexia). As a Developmental Educator, Barb focuses on developing individualised learning strategies, tools and supports with positive outcomes for neurodivergent individuals across the lifespan.
Employment Training & Business Consulting Services
Training and tailored consulting delivered by NeuroEmploy provides essential knowledge on being a neurodiversity inclusive workplace, how to support neurodivergent employees and how to re-evaluate workplace design, policies and practices for all staff. Webinars, workshops and facilitated programs for neurodivergent people and staff have been designed by leading authorities in neurodivergent conditions and are delivered by neurodivergent people.
Developmental Educators, What do they do?
Developmental Educators are highly skilled multi-disciplinary disability specialists with passion and expertise in fostering the skills, independence and quality of life of individuals with developmental and/or acquired disabilities. They have a practical approach and work holistically across the life span to address issues which may affect the function, independence and social inclusion of individuals with disability, their families and carers.
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Latest from the blog...
Masking and Camouflaging: The Where, When and Why by Barb Cook Developmental Educator
Autistic people often mask and camouflage as they feel uncomfortable about showing their true selves, or, to avoid standing out in the crowd. This occurs due to a lack of understanding and acceptance of difference within society, and the autistic person feeling they must hide who they really are, in fear of being seen as
The Vagus Nerve and the Reason for Starting a New Business
Social Space Community is a social venture. The organization was established as a recreational hub for young individuals on the autism spectrum and other neurodevelopmental conditions to nurture strengths, support social and community participation, facilitate connection with like-minded peers and increase social-emotional well-being for all participants. The idea took shape during my PhD candidature. I
What is Yoga and Why Would it Help People on the Autism Spectrum? – Dr Michelle Garnett
Yoga can be beneficial to people on the Autism Spectrum in a number of ways, including helping us to be more aware of and in tune with our bodies and sense of self. For nearly 30 years, I have specialised in autism, working directly with autistic people as a clinical psychologist. People say to me