Panel: Supporting our Neurodivergent Learner

Supporting Our Neurodivergent Learner

Panel Discussion for Parents and Clinicians

Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM | Fusion Academy

Join us for an evening of thoughtful conversation and collaboration focused on supporting neurodivergent learners across home, school, and clinical settings. This panel brings together clinicians, advocates, and parent support professionals to explore practical strategies, common challenges, and ways families and professionals can work together more effectively.

Designed for parents and caregivers as well as clinicians, this event offers both professional insight and lived experience, with time for audience questions and shared discussion.

To preserve a meaningful, discussion-based environment, attendance is limited to 30 participants.
Advance registration is required.
This event is free to attend.

What We’ll Explore

• Understanding neurodivergence through a strengths-based lens

• Supporting emotional regulation, confidence, and identity

• Navigating school and clinical systems more collaboratively

• Bridging communication between families, educators, and providers

• Practical strategies parents can apply immediately

Panelists

Dr. Susannah Scearce
Clinical Psychologist
Scearce Psychological Services
Dr. Scearce brings extensive experience supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and families through comprehensive psychological evaluation and care.

Dr. Brittany Bate
Founder and Psychologist
Be Bold Psychology
Dr. Bate specializes in strengths-based assessment and support for neurodivergent learners, with a focus on helping families better understand and advocate for their children.

Gaile Valcho
Co-Founder
Brady Valcho Autism Foundation
Gaile is a parent advocate and co-founder of the Brady Valcho Autism Foundation, bringing a powerful family perspective and deep community involvement to the conversation.

Nili Zahrony
Parent Peer Coach
ADHD Parent Peer
Nili supports parents navigating ADHD and neurodivergence through coaching, education, and lived experience, helping families feel informed, confident, and supported.

Kristin Rouse
Next Chapter Project
Educational Consulting
Kristin Rouse is the founder of Next Chapter Project and brings a strong background in school counseling, learning differences, and trauma-informed support. She holds graduate degrees in School Counseling and English and is a licensed North Carolina School Counselor. Kristin’s work centers on supporting neurodivergent learners through emotional regulation, advocacy, and systems that promote student success and belonging.

Event Format

• Welcome and framing

• Panelist introductions

• Moderated discussion

• Audience Q&A

• Closing reflections

Who Should Attend

• Parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children

• Clinicians and mental health professionals

• School professionals seeking deeper family-centered insight

Registration
Registration is required and available via the link below. Space is limited to 30 participants.

If you have accessibility needs or questions about the format, please contact us in advance so we can best support your participation.