Independent Specialist Practitioner And Consultant
CurrentAn independent consultant and therapeutic practitioner working with a wide variety of disciplines, in particular, to include specialist work with people with a learning disability and autism (formerly, Head of Engagement and Practice Development at Talkback for 10 years). With over thirty years experience in working with people with a learning disability, a skilled and experienced practitioner having led engagement, training and advocacy projects. Trained in Behaviour Coaching, Positive… Show more An independent consultant and therapeutic practitioner working with a wide variety of disciplines, in particular, to include specialist work with people with a learning disability and autism (formerly, Head of Engagement and Practice Development at Talkback for 10 years). With over thirty years experience in working with people with a learning disability, a skilled and experienced practitioner having led engagement, training and advocacy projects. Trained in Behaviour Coaching, Positive Behaviour Support, Gentle Teaching Intensive Interaction, Advocacy and Therapeutic Touch and Listening.Having worked both in England and abroad as a facilitator and trainer in educational, health and community settings, Alex has conducted local and regional consultations with people with a learning disability and/or autism, empowering people to have their voice heard and for their experiences to inform and transform the services and communities they depend upon. Show less