Brains at Work - Neurodiversity in the Legal Community
Hosted by Chelsea Bergeron, Erin Peters, and Claire Marchant
This program qualifies for 3.75 CPD credits
- October 7 - 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
- October 14 - 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
- October 21 - 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
- October 28 - *No workshop - see below
*October 28: Options Webinar - “Hidden Work - Masking, Burnout, and Well-Being in Legal Practice” - click here to register.
This workshop series will explore neurodiversity in the legal community and its impact on well-being, workplace culture, and professional success. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of neurodivergent experiences in legal practice and learn practical strategies to support inclusion, communication, and sustainable performance. Through discussion and reflection, the series highlights the strengths that diverse ways of thinking bring to the legal profession.
Chelsea Bergeron is an ADHD and executive functioning coach, educator, and speaker who is passionate about helping people better understand neurodiversity through practical, evidence-informed strategies. Drawing on both professional expertise and lived experience, she translates complex research into approachable, real-world tools that people can apply immediately. Chelsea's presentations combine current research, relatable stories, and practical strategies to help reduce stigma, improve communication, and recognize both the strengths and challenges of neurodivergent ways of thinking. She is passionate about creating workplaces where diverse minds can thrive and everyone has the opportunity to do their best work.
Erin Peters is a psychotherapist and former lawyer based in Vancouver, BC. Erin genuinely likes lawyers, and believes that life in the legal profession can change for the better. She runs a private counselling practice, and engages with the legal community providing training, workshops, and mentorship to support the wellbeing of lawyers and those who live and work with them. One of her areas of interest is neurodivergence. You can find out more about Erin at www.erinpeterscounselling.com.
Who should attend? All members of the legal community (lawyers, legal support staff, articled students, law students, judges, judicial staff) are welcome.
Registration
Please fill in the form to register to participate in this online workshop.
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