Transforming Support for Neurodivergence: Applying the ICF and Ecological Systems Theory

Transforming Support for Neurodivergence: Applying the ICF and Ecological Systems Theory

Presented by Juazel de Villiers, Clinica Psychologist.

Read more about the presenter below

Transforming support for neurodivergence begins with recognition that meaningful help requires acceptance, assistance, environmental change or often all three. Functioning and participation are shaped not only by diagnosis or abilities, but also by environments, relationships, expectations, and systems. When these are inaccessible or carry negative judgments, differences can become barriers to inclusion and equity.

This workshop examines these dynamics through two complementary frameworks: the WHO s International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) and Bronfenbrenner s Ecological Systems Theory. The ICF, developed by developed by the World Health Organisation, offers a universal lens on functioning, disability, and environmental factors. While Bronfenbrenner s Ecological Systems Theory highlights the dynamic, reciprocal interactions between individuals and their contexts. The workshop will explore these together, to move beyond diagnosis alone, guiding the identification of individual and environmental goals, barriers and facilitators, and supports that foster inclusion, accessibility, and equal rights while acknowledging genuine challenges and the need for appropriate assistance.

Wednesday 28 October 2026

19:00 - 21:00

Online via MS Teams (Recording for delegates that cannot attend the live webinar)

2 Clinical CPDs for Webinar (approved)

2 Clinical CPDs for Article (approved)

Cost:

Webinar only - R 350

Article only - R200

COMBO Discount - R425 *use last ticketing option for combo discount

ABOUT THE PRESENTER:

Juazel de Villiers is a Clinical Psychologist with 14 years of experience in the field of Neurodevelopment. She is currently in Private Practice in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, where she offers intervention across the lifespan from an integrative and systemic approach. Her area of clinical practice is predominantly focused on the assessment, systemic and therapeutic support of those with neurodevelopmental and associated diagnoses. She has a special interest in the prevention and treatment of anxiety and depression in the attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Autistic and wider neurodivergent community. Juazel is passionate about sharing her knowledge and offers training and supervision to other professionals across various platforms.