Using Minecraft to create an accessible therapeutic space for neurodivergent clients

This Friday 20th October I’ll be presenting at the Onlinevents conference ‘Living and Working with Neurodivergence: Mental Health and Wellbeing’. My workshop will be on ‘Using Minecraft to create an accessible therapeutic space for neurodivergent clients’. My slot is 3pm-3.45pm BST and I can’t wait to check out the other presentations and workshops. Hope to see you there! You can register for the event here: https://www.elliefinch.co.uk/post/using-minecraft-to-create-an-accessible-therapeutic-space-for-neurodivergent-clients

Ellie Finch

Ellie Finch, MA MBACP (Accred), is a clinical supervisor, counsellor, and social worker specialising in support for neurodivergent clients and families of children with additional needs or complex conditions.

Her work is rooted in a neurodiversity-affirming approach, which values neurodivergence as a natural variation in human experience and focuses on building supportive, respectful environments rather than 'fixing' difference.

Ellie is known for her innovative use of creative digital tools and videogames like Minecraft in therapy to create accessible, engaging support. She is founder of PlayMode Academy, a non-profit social venture that trains professionals in the therapeutic use of creative digital tools.

PlayMode® Academy is part of Ellie Finch Counselling, Consultancy and Training Ltd, a non-profit company limited by guarantee (a structure often used by social ventures in the UK).

Ellie is also part of the University of Cambridge research team behind Bridging the ChASM: Creating Accessible Services using Minecraft - a project funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) that explores the therapeutic potential of videogames and how they can be used to create more inclusive mental health support.

NOT AN OFFICIAL MINECRAFT SERVICE. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG OR MICROSOFT

https://www.playmodeacademy.org
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