EP 70: Is it really neuroaffirming?
From Sensory Classroom Podcast by Jordan Garratt
March 22, 2026 · 53 min · Season 2 · Episode 50
About this episode
Jordan and Milan discuss the differences between compliance-based and neuro-affirming approaches in education for neurodivergent learners.
Jordan and Milan discuss the differences between compliance-based and neuro-affirming approaches in education, particularly for neurodivergent learners. They explore how compliance-based practices often prioritise standardisation and deficit-focused methods, while neuro-affirming practices celebrate individual differences and promote agency. The discussion emphasises the importance of validation, adapting communication methods, and implementing strategies like RISE therapy to create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment. This punchy 50 minute episode is packed to the brim with useful insights and tips to bring in to your own home and classroom. Links mentioned in this episode: Rise Therapy: https://risetherapysessions.com/ Intensive Interaction: https://www.intensiveinteraction.org/ and Jordan's course here: https://sensoryclassroom.org/products/intensive-interaction Have you been following Jordan @sensoryclass on social media for a while and want to hear more behind the scenes stories from inside her sensory classroom, then you're in the right place. LISTEN/ SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://sensoryclassroom.org/pages/podcast Subscribe to support the pod, so we can continue…
People in this episode
Host: Jordan Garratt
Guest: Milan
Topics covered
- neurodivergent education
- neuroaffirming practices
- compliance-based approaches
- inclusive learning
- communication strategies
- RISE therapy
Keywords
- neurodiversity
- education
- inclusion
- agency
- validation
- communication
- RISE therapy
- Intensive Interaction
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Rise Therapy, Intensive Interaction, Sensory Classroom
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