Healing Without Harm: Rethinking Neurodiversity & Ableism in Healing Practices

Friday November 6 - Saturday November 7, 2026

Arvada Community Room, 7601 Grandview Ave, Arvada, CO 80002

Course Description:

Disability, Neurodivergent, Chronic Illness, those that diverge from the societal standard for what is “normal”, “right”, or the “way to be” find themselves susceptible to the systemic and individual perpetuation of ableist beliefs and processes. Our collective understanding of neurodivergent and disability-related concepts holds varied, and sometimes intense, opinions and emotions. With all the potential inclusivity offered by affirming movements to embrace the umbrella of differences among humans, we still have to unshackle ourselves from ableist entrenchment in order to fully embrace the freedom offered by an understanding of inclusive and appreciative ideals.

This training for healers will address ableism and provide opportunities for exploration through experiential activities and guided dialogue.

What To Expect:

Two full days of deep exploration. This will include personal reflective exercises, expressive exercises, small group activity, multi-sensory creation and expression, large group processing, and resource sharing.

Learning Objectives:

1. Explore and deepen your understanding of systemic ableism, neurodivergence, and disability terminology and constructs through a cultural humility lens.

3. Increase your awareness of and introspective work on ableist beliefs (are you ableist?), masking, the social model of disability, and micro and macro aggressions.

4. Focus on moving from ableism to affirming, being affirming in application, advocacy, and creating an ongoing action plan.

Designed For:

Healers (all neurotypes) who work in a variety of settings serving neurodivergent children and adults which may include (but is not limited to) educators, mental health practitioners, medical professionals, case managers, clergy, etc.

Hosted By: Rooted Rhythm Therapy, Liliana Baylon & Experience Change

Date/Time: Friday, November 6 – Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 9:00am-4:30pm each day with a lunch break

Location: Arvada Community Room (7601 Grandview Ave., Arvada, CO 80002)

Cost: $570 for 2-Day Workshop. Light breakfast and snacks provided.

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Meet Your Facilitators

Marshall Lyles, LMFT-S, LPC-S, EMDRIA Approved Consultant

Marshall Lyles has 25 years of practice in family and expressive therapies. He has extensive speaking and training experience and has worked in a variety of mental health settings. Most of Marshall’s clinical practice has focused on attachment trauma and its effect on family relationships. Marshall conducts consultation sessions with counseling professionals and leads training for both parents and professionals; much of his consultation and training focuses on the use of sand tray and other expressive therapies for those impacted by trauma. As a person with a disability, Marshall also feels passionate around the topics of disability advocacy, the impact of ableism and accessibility for all.

Dr. Robert Jason Grant

Dr. Robert Jason Grant is the creator of AutPlay® Therapy. He is a therapist, supervisor, and consultant and utilizes several years of advanced training and his own lived neurodivergent experience to provide affirming services to children and their families. He is an international trainer and keynote presenter and multi-published author of several articles and books.

Refund Policy

Cancellations received at least 30 days before the workshop will be refunded 100%. Cancellations received less than 30 days before the workshop will receive no refund or credit. Your registration may be transferred to another participant if needed.

Certificate of Completion

No CEs are offered for this event. A certificate of completion, which may be used to satisfy your state’s continuing professional development requirements (see your state’s profession and rules), will be emailed to every participant who attends the full 12-hr workshop. Certificates will not be provided for partial attendance of the workshop.

Accommodations

To request accommodations for this event or to inquire about accessibility, please email joshua@experiencechange.net, at least two weeks in advance of the event date.

Your Hosts

Liliana Baylon, LMFT-S, RPT-S, is a bicultural and bilingual psychotherapist recognized for her expertise in expanding cultural perspectives, cultivating cultural humility in mental health, and illuminating the complex psychological dimensions of global migration. Her work helps professionals understand the world’s clients carry, their histories, identities, nervous system adaptations, and the relational patterns shaped by movement across cultures.

Rooted Rhythm is a group practice that provides mental health therapy for children, teens, adults & holistic parent coaching. They are a space for people to feel fully understood, met in their brilliance, and empowered to truly thrive. Specializing in High Sensitivity, Giftedness, 2-E, Attention Difficulties, and Sensory Sensitivities.

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Event: Healing Without Harm: Rethinking Neurodiversity & Ableism in Healing Practices