- 2A Lalupon Close, Off Keffi Street, Ikoyi Lagos
- info@thecicn.org
- +234817 944 0956
The Centre for Developmental and Neurodiversity Services (CDNS) is a specialist centre of the Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria (CICN) dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, adults, families, schools, and organisations affected by developmental and neurodevelopmental conditions.
We believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential through evidence-based assessment, counseling, education, intervention, and family support.
Our multidisciplinary approach combines counseling, psychoeducation, consultation, training, and professional collaboration to improve outcomes across the lifespan.
We provide services for:
Our team provides professional support for individuals experiencing or living with:
1. Assessment & Diagnostic Services Understanding is the first step toward effective support. Our Assessment & Diagnostic Services provide comprehensive screening, psychological assessment, and developmental evaluations to identify strengths, challenges, and appropriate intervention pathways. Our goal is to deliver accurate, evidence-based recommendations that guide individuals, families, schools, and professionals.
Services Include:
2. Counseling & Therapeutic Services
Supporting individuals and families beyond diagnosis. We provide evidence-based counseling and therapeutic interventions that promote emotional wellbeing, behavioural development, healthy relationships, resilience, and improved quality of life for neurodivergent individuals and their families.
Services Include:
3. Educational & School Support Services
Helping schools create environments where every learner can succeed. We partner with educational institutions to improve inclusive education, strengthen teacher capacity, and ensure that learners with developmental and neurodiversity needs receive appropriate educational support.
Services Include:
4. Professional Training & Certification
Developing competent professionals through evidence-based education. The Centre equips counselors, educators, healthcare professionals, and other practitioners with practical knowledge and specialized skills in developmental and neurodiversity counseling.
Programmes Include:
5. Community Outreach & Inclusion Services
Creating awareness, reducing stigma, and building inclusive communities. Through advocacy, education, and strategic partnerships, we promote understanding of developmental and neurodiversity conditions while empowering families, schools, workplaces, and communities.
Services Include:
6. Research, Innovation & Policy Development
Advancing knowledge to improve practice. The Centre is committed to research, innovation, and policy development that strengthen professional counseling, improve service delivery, and influence developmental and neurodiversity practice across Nigeria and Africa.
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Whether you are a parent seeking answers, an adult looking for professional support, a school requiring consultation, or a professional needing expert guidance, we are here to help.
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We welcome partnerships with:
Together, we can build a more inclusive society where developmental differences are understood, supported, and respected.
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Whether you need counseling, consultation, training, school support, or professional development, the Centre for Developmental and Neurodiversity Services is committed to helping individuals, families, professionals, and organisations thrive.
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