WE- NVLD and Navigating Emerging Adulthood

WE LEARN Webinar

NVLD and navigating Emerging Adulthood
Hosted by Turner Syndrome Foundation, Inc.

Date: Thursday, October 8
Time: 8:00 PM EDT
Format: Live Stream

About This Event

Join us for an informative webinar exploring the unique challenges many young adults with NVLD face as they transition into greater independence. Topics would include executive functioning difficulties, social confusion, anxiety, shame, identity development, relationships, motivation, and the overwhelming mental load of daily adult life. The presentation would also discuss how NVLD can impact work, school, emotional regulation, and self-esteem, while offering practical strategies for building structure, resilience, self-awareness, and a sustainable adult life that works with the individual’s brain rather than against it.

All registered participants will receive access to the webinar recording for on-demand viewing.

Why This Matters

While this webinar focuses on Turner Syndrome, it also offers valuable insights for a broader audience. Attendees will gain a better understanding of NVLD and help normalize many of the struggles young adults with Turner Syndrome and NVLD-related profiles often experience while also

What You’ll Learn

• How NVLD traits can impact the transition into adulthood, particularly in areas like independence, relationships, emotional regulation, executive functioning, anxiety, and identity development.
• Practical, actionable strategies for reducing overwhelm, improving daily functioning, and building a more sustainable and fulfilling adult life.
• Parents, professionals, and young adults themselves would gain language, frameworks, and concrete tools to better understand these patterns with less shame and more effectiveness.

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Presenter

Christina J Cummins
MS in mental health counseling

Christina is a therapist-turned-coach who shifted from traditional DBT therapy after seeing how effectively DBT skills helped individuals with NVLD-style neurocognitive profiles make real progress. Her work combines these skills with directive, action-oriented coaching to help clients translate insight into follow-through. She specializes in supporting young adults who are capable but stuck, particularly during major life transitions. Her approach is structured, practical, and focused on helping clients move toward meaningful, realistic personal goals.

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Free. Donations are appreciated.

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