Workshops & Trainings

Empowering Providers, Educators, and Caregivers Through Neuro-Affirming Education

At Oak & Hive Consulting, I offer engaging, practical workshops and trainings designed to help professionals and caregivers better understand and support autistic and neurodivergent children. Whether you’re an educator, therapist, childcare provider, or parent, my sessions meet you where you are—combining lived experience with clinical insight to foster inclusive, confident care.

Provider Trainings

  • Tailored for speech therapists, OTs, BCBAs, psychologists, and interdisciplinary teams

    • Strengthen collaboration across disciplines

    • Understand neurodivergent profiles, communication styles, and learning differences

    • Improve family-provider partnerships

    • Build more inclusive, neuro-affirming practices

    • Neurodiversity-Affirming Care 101

    • Building Trust with Families Post-Diagnosis

    • The Art of Empathy: Communicating with Parents of Autistic Children

    • The Power of Interdisciplinary Collaboration

    • Supporting Autistic Communication & GLPs

School & Educator Workshops

  • K–12 private and independent schools, these trainings support teachers, administrators, and staff

    • Understanding diverse learning profiles

    • Creating inclusive classroom environments

    • Supporting executive functioning and regulation

    • Communicating effectively with parents and care teams

    • Understanding Autism in the Classroom

    • Reframing Behavior Through a Neurodiverse Lens

    • Practical Tools for Inclusive Teaching

    • Creating a Culture of Support for All Learners

Parent & Caregiver Workshops

  • Families navigating the journey of raising a neurodivergent child

  • Each workshop offers practical, neuro-affirming guidance in a warm, judgment-free space. We’ll break down complex systems like therapies and school placement, walk through real-life scenarios, and give you tools to move forward with clarity and confidence. You’ll leave feeling more informed, empowered, and connected to a community that truly gets it.

    These can be offered privately, in group settings, or in collaboration with providers and community organizations.

    • What to Do After an Autism Diagnosis

    • Building Your Child’s Care Team

    • Advocacy 101: Working with Schools and Providers

    • Regulating Yourself While Supporting Your Child

Customization & Format

All workshops and trainings are customizable and can be delivered:

  • In-person or virtually

  • As one-time sessions or multi-part series

  • For small teams, full staff, or parent communities

Whether you're offering professional development, equipping your school with inclusive strategies, or empowering families, each training is tailored to your audience and goals.

Speaking Engagements

In addition to private workshops and trainings, I’m available for conferences, panels, community events, and podcast interviews focused on autism, neurodiversity, inclusive education, and caregiver advocacy.

As a psychologist by training and a parent to an autistic child, I bring both personal insight and professional perspective to every conversation—bridging the gap between lived experience and clinical understanding.

If you're looking for a speaker who blends heart, honesty, and practical expertise, I'd love to connect.

📩 Inquire about availability: nikki@oakandhiveconsulting.com

"Working with Nikki was actually a life changing experience for me. She helped me navigate barriers, find my purpose and build confidence to achieve aspirations I didn't think were possible. After 4 short months together, I landed my dream career and launched my first business in podcasting. What I loved most is that she doesn't give you the answers, but helps you find them for yourself. That is powerful."