Supporting Students – Teacher Workshop (Birchip)
Program Details
Program Overview
Perri will lead school staff through an interactive workshop on supporting students with additional needs including understanding neurodiversity. Teachers and aides are welcome to bring along real life examples to explore together to make the most out of the hour.
About Presenter
Perri Ashton
Ages: Across the lifespan & Parents
Perri is a registered Educational and Developmental Psychologist, Board Approved Supervisor, and Clinical Team Support Lead at Solution Psychology. She has experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults across a range of settings.
Perri works from a person-centred, neurodiversity-affirming, and strength-based framework. She has a particular interest in EMDR therapy and is EMDR trained. She draws from modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and trauma-informed care to support clients across the lifespan.
Perri also has a strong interest in neurodevelopmental assessment and is passionate about providing affirming, evidence-based evaluations that promote understanding, self-advocacy, and meaningful outcomes. She conducts cognitive, educational, and neurodevelopmental assessments and values collaborative, respectful assessment processes.
Central to Perri’s work is creating a safe, empowering, and inclusive space for all clients. She values celebrating individuality, highlighting strengths, and supporting each person to work towards goals that matter to them.
Outside of work, Perri enjoys spending time with her dog Twiggy and getting out into nature.
