IGC Series – Oct 2025

Legendary Change Lab Presents Innovations in Grand Challenges

From Frustration to Flourishing: Clinically Supporting Caregivers with Late Neurodivergent Diagnosis through Trauma-Informed, Neurodivergent-Affirming Care

Presented by: Dr. Haley Beech MSW, LMSW, Ph.D., UA SSW Alumna
6-7pm CST October 22, 2025
1 FREE General Knowledge CE Credit

Haley Beech
Haley Beech
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Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective #1:
Participants will learn to identify key indicators and understand the factors that contribute to delayed diagnosis in adult caregivers.

Learning Objective #2: 
Participants will learn to describe how late diagnosis can affect a caregiver’s emotions, identity, and parenting.

Learning Objective #3:
Participants will learn to apply basic trauma-informed and affirming strategies to support late diagnosed neurodivergent adults.

October is Mental Health Screening Month! Join us for a powerful training designed to help you better support late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults. In this session, you will explore screening resources, recognize the signs of delayed diagnosis in caregivers, and understand how a diagnosis affects emotions, identity, and parenting. You will also receive practical guidance on trauma-informed, affirming strategies that foster resilience and meaningful support.

Speakers

Dr. Haley Beech MSW, LMSW, Ph.D.

Dr. Haley Beech is a trauma-informed therapist, currently under supervision, working towards her LICSW specializing in perinatal mental health, neurodivergent parenting, and the transitions of young adulthood. With a PhD in Social Work and certification in Brainspotting, she integrates mindfulness, somatic techniques, and strengths-based approaches to support healing and resilience. Dr. Beech is passionate about creating safe, affirming spaces for women and caregivers, particularly those navigating late neurodivergent diagnoses. She currently offers individual in-person and virtual therapy through Taproot Therapy Collective in Hoover, Alabama.