Neurodiversity and Coaching: Systems We Swim In

by Deborah Shukyn-Plageman, PCC

12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

 CCEs: 1.5 (0.5 core/ 1.0 resource)

This webinaris an introduction to the coaching neurodiversity, reflective practice and the ICF coaching competencies

PRIMARY LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Explore:

• The concepts of neurodiversity and neurodivergence
• Socio-political-economic issues related to neurodivergence including recognition, diagnosis, treatment and workplace adjustments
• Where and how neurodivergence shows up in coaching
• The wisdom from the field as it relates to the ICF coaching competencies
• How the reflective practice of supervision can support neurodiversity and coaching

EXPECTED OUTCOMES:

• Create a plan for how the coach’s reflective practice can support neurodiversity and coaching.
• Define the difference between neurodiversity and neurodivergence.
• Understand   What pathways or systems have brought neurodivergent clients to your coaching practice.
• Learn to align the ICF competencies where it relates to neurodivergence and coaching.

Speaker: Deborah Skukyn- Plageman, PCC is a dedicated ally and member of the neurodivergent community, bringing over 18 years of coaching experience as a credentialed coach (ICF-PCC) and mentor coach (ICF-PCC Assessor trained). As the co-founder and co-host of the podcast and professional development community “Neurodivergently Coaching,” she focuses on empowering individuals who face barriers to full participation in society

With a Master’s Degree and three years of Doctoral candidacy centered on coaching for marginalized communities, Deborah is also a certified ADHD Coach and coaching supervisor (EMCC-ESIA-EIA). Currently, she leads research on diversity, equity, and inclusion in coaching supervision in collaboration with a community employment organization founded by a neurodivergent member.

A program development professional, she supports clients with intersectional identities and is passionate about fostering inclusive coaching practices.

REGISTRATION

ICF Pittsburgh Member/Affiliate – $0
ICF Global Affiliate Chapters – $15
Non-members – $25
Recording only – $25