# Event Details

- **Event Name**: An Introduction to Alexithymia
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us to explore alexithymia, a neurodivergent personality trait characterised by emotional processing difficulties.

In this insightful online webinar we'll be exploring alexithymia, a personality trait often associated with autism and characterised by difficulty identifying, understanding, and expressing emotions.

Often described as "emotional blindness," alexithymia can affect a person’s ability to identify, distinguish and describe their emotions, which in turn can impact relationships, mental wellbeing, communication, and self-awareness.

Led by Cathy Wassell, founder and CEO of Autistic Girls Network and founder of The Haven, we will examine what alexithymia is, how it presents in everyday life, its connections to mental health and neurodiversity, and practical strategies for improving emotional awareness and connection.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- What alexithymia is and how it differs from other emotional challenges
- Common signs and characteristics
- The impact of alexithymia on relationships and wellbeing
- Links with autism, trauma, anxiety, and other conditions
- Tools and strategies to build emotional awareness and communication

Whether you are a mental health professional, caregiver, educator, or simply interested in learning more about emotional processing, this webinar will provide valuable knowledge and actionable insights.

MEET YOUR SPEAKER
Cathy Wassell is the CEO and founder of the Autistic Girls Network (AGN) charity and a passionate advocate for neurodivergent individuals, particularly girls and women. With a deep understanding gained through both personal and professional experience, and neurodivergent herself, Cathy is committed to fostering a world where neurodivergent individuals are understood, accepted, and empowered.

Driven by a desire to create more inclusive and supportive educational environments, Cathy founded The Haven online school under the AGN umbrella. This innovative school provides a tailored and nurturing learning experience for neurodivergent girls and non-binary young people, recognising and celebrating their unique strengths and needs, and prioritising their wellbeing.

Cathy is also the author of the highly acclaimed book, Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person: A Parent’s Handbook to Supporting Newly Diagnosed Teens and Pre-Teens. This essential resource offers practical advice, insights, and strategies for supporting autistic young people through adolescence and beyond, drawing on Cathy’s extensive knowledge and empathetic approach.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/derby/an-introduction-to-alexithymia/200030767543041
- **Event Categories**: art, nonprofit, workshops, health-wellness, virtual, webinar, fine-arts, literary-art, charities, mental-health
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 3

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Derby
- **location**: Online event
- **full address**: Online event, Conference Centre, 814 London Road, Derby, DE24 8, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is An Introduction to Alexithymia being held?
  - **A:** An Introduction to Alexithymia takes place on Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Online event, Conference Centre, 814 London Road, Derby, DE24 8, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing An Introduction to Alexithymia?
  - **A:** An Introduction to Alexithymia is organized by Sunshine Support.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** An Introduction to Alexithymia is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Derby, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If An Introduction to Alexithymia sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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