Beyond Words:

Evaluating Social-Emotional Communication in Children and Youth

Deepening Clinical Insight into Social-Emotional Functioning for Speech Pathologists

Assessment and formulation in complex neurodiverse presentations, focusing on communication and social-emotional functioning in childhood and adolescence.

This advanced-level professional development workshop facilitated by Kym Robinson, Advanced Speech Pathologist in Mental Health, is designed for Speech Pathologists supporting upper primary and adolescent clients with social-emotional and communication challenges.

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26 September 2025

About The Facilitator

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Kym Robinson | Director, Advanced Speech Pathologist (Mental Health)

Kym is an advanced clinician in mental health and neurodivergence, with more than 30 years of clinical practice as a Speech Pathologist, with a special interest in social-emotional and communication challenges within mental health.

Her work spans childhood to adulthood, with a particular focus on neurodiversity, trauma-informed care, and mental health. Drawing from her extensive training, and ongoing commitment to professional development, Kym brings a rich, holistic perspective to assessment and intervention. A seasoned presenter and passionate advocate for the profession, she’s known for delivering practical, evidence-based insights grounded in empathy and inclusion.

Development

Assessment

Functional Impact

⋆ Development ⋆ Assessment ⋆ Functional Impact

Learning Outcomes

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  • Describe key foundations of social-emotional development in childhood and adolescence, including attachment, co-regulation, and the neurobiological underpinnings of emotional and interpersonal functioning.

  • Discuss current models of social-emotional learning and intervention, including CASEL, Zones of Regulation, Social Thinking, and the SCERTS framework, with consideration of their practical relevance in clinical and educational settings.

  • Identify common clinical presentations where social-emotional functioning is impacted, such as Autism, ADHD, Developmental Language Disorder, intellectual disability, trauma-related conditions, and internalising and externalising disorders.

  • Understand and apply core principles of assessment and formulation of social-emotional functioning, including the use of both formal and informal tools, contextual information, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

  • Explore the impact of social-emotional difficulties on academic performance, social relationships, mental health, adaptive functioning, and family dynamics.

  • Differentiate the concepts of neurodiversity and neurodivergence, and understand how language and framing influence practice, inclusion, and support pathways for children and adolescents.

Who Should Attend

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This is an advanced training with the following prerequisites:

  • Experience working with upper primary and adolescent clients

  • Familiarity with neurodivergent presentations

  • Interest in social-emotional learning and diagnostic formulation

What’s Included

  • 6 hours of face-to-face learning

  • Morning tea and lunch

  • Case-based discussions and applied learning

  • Certificate of attendance (CPD-ready)

  • Invitation to join a Special Interest Group (SIG) focused on formulation and treatment

“This workshop is grounded in evidence, clinical experience, and consumer voice. It is not affiliated with or promoting any specific program or methodology.”

Friday 26 September

  • 9:00am - 3:00pm

  • Brisbane, QLD (Venue TBC)

  • In-person only

  • Fully Catered

  • Contact Therapywell for a reduced rate when purchasing for groups of 3 or more.

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