About Divergent Futures

Divergent Futures, education, training, neurodiversity affirming practice, Anna Clarke, Monique Mitchelson, neurodiversity affirming therapy, training, consultation, psychology, EMDR, EMDRAA, psychologist, play therapy, core elements, peer supervis

Welcome to Divergent Futures! Our work is based on the principles of the Neurodiversity Affirming Movement, where difference is seen as normal, not disordered. Co-founded by Anna Clarke (Psychologist & Play Therapist) and Monique Mitchelson (Clinical Psychologist) Divergent Futures is your hub for comprehensive resources, training, and consultation for supporting Neurodivergent people through a strengths-based lens.

Our primary focus is to empower therapists and other professionals in integrating principles of the Neurodiversity-Affirming Movement into their work with Autistic and ADHD people. We embrace the unique strengths of Neurodivergent individuals while acknowledging the inherent challenges faced in a world misaligned with Autistic and ADHD neurocognitive differences. Our passion for this area stems from our clinical work and own lived experience as Neurodivergent people.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or embarking on the early stages of your journey, join us in rewriting the narrative surrounding Neurodiversity. Together, we can shape a world where we recognise the value of every brain, and provide appropriate support for challenges that can arise from being different.

Our Team

  • Divergent Futures, education, training, neurodiversity affirming practice, Anna Clarke, Monique Mitchelson, neurodiversity affirming therapy, training, consultation, psychology, EMDR, EMDRAA, psychologist, play therapy, core elements, peer supervis

    Anna Clarke

    CO-FOUNDER & CO-DIRECTOR

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  • Divergent Futures, education, training, neurodiversity affirming practice, Anna Clarke, Monique Mitchelson, neurodiversity affirming therapy, training, consultation, psychology, EMDR, EMDRAA, psychologist, play therapy, core elements, peer supervis

    Monique Mitchelson

    CO-FOUNDER & CO-DIRECTOR

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Monique & Anna are sought after speakers and advocates

  • Conferences

    EMDRAA Hybrid Conference 2023

    APS Trauma and Neurodiversity Symposium 2023

    Spectrum Space Symposium 2023

    Yellow Ladybugs Conference 2023

    AADPA Conference 2023

  • Training

    Neurodiversity Affirming EMDR workshops

    Trauma-informed therapy with Autistic & ADHD people

    Neurodivergent women’s health

    Supporting Neurodivergent children and parents

    General Neurodiversity-Affirming education

  • Advocacy

    Monique successfully advocated for addition of stimulant medications to the PBS for adults with late-diagnosed ADHD

    Anna has presented evidence at two Royal Commissions regarding abuse of Neurodivergent people in health-care settings

    Monique is on the Diagnosis, Supports and Services Committee for the National Autism Strategy