State of the Science: Neurodiversity and Gender Diversity

Title of Event: State of the Science: Neurodiversity and Gender Diversity

Description of Event:

Many clinicians have noticed — or fielded questions from clients about — higher rates of neurodiversity in gender diverse populations. These perceptions are accurate. We now have more reliable evidence than ever before showing significant associations between neurodiversity and gender diversity, and this training brings clinicians up to speed on what the research actually shows, what remains unknown, and what it means for clinical practice.

This one-hour live training presents the most current research on the relationship between neurodiversity and gender diversity in accessible, common-sense language that clinicians can use directly with clients. Dr. Diamond will review what is now known — and not yet known — about higher rates of neurodiversity among trans and nonbinary individuals, and higher rates of gender diversity within neurodiverse populations, situating these findings within current scientific definitions and conceptualizations of the neurodiversity spectrum. The training then turns to clinical implications, exploring how providers can work more effectively and affirmingly with clients who exist at the intersection of both gender diversity and neurodiversity — a population that is increasingly present in clinical settings and deserving of care that honors the full complexity of their identities and experiences.

Date of Event: 11/24/26

Time of Event: 2:00 PM MST

Location: Online Synchronous

Sex Therapy (ST) Training: 

ST1. Theory and methods of sex-related psychotherapy, including several different models.

Presenter/Speaker: Dr. Lisa Diamond

Contact Name: The Healing Group

Contact Email: institute@thehealinggroup.com

Event Website: thehealinggroupinstitute.com

AASECT Approved CEs: 1