Groups
The A.C.C.E.P.T. Program™ is a suite of groups for neurodivergent youth and adults that promotes understanding, communication and connection.
All A.C.C.E.P.T. Series groups are ideal for those who want to live an authentic and meaningful life and have the following goals:
Increase understanding of self as a neurodivergent youth or adult (traits, experiences, sensory perceptions, exceptionalities)
Become more skillful in cross-neurotype communication (translating yourself to others, self-advocacy)', bold communication
Build authentic connections through self-knowledge, self-regulation, and self-compassion
“The A.C.C.E.P.T. program draws on my unique skill set as a therapist with over ten years of academic teaching to offer unique opportunities for self-understanding and connection between and across neurotypes. In 2022, I offered the first A.C.C.E.P.T. group for neurodivergent adults over 30. Amber Riehl played a key role in developing the concept during her MSW student practicum, including the awesome name! I am very proud of the A.C.C.E.P.T. program we developed and are now expanding into other areas to serve youth and couples.”
Wendy McGuire (she/her)
MSW, RSW, PhD
Registered Social Worker
A.C.C.E.P.T. Series for Neurodivergent Adults
The A.C.C.E.P.T. Series for ND Adults provides unique spaces for neurodivergent people to meet, explore their identities, unpack myths about their brains and nervous systems, connect with other neurodivergent people, and build skills to navigate a neurotypical world.
The Series consists of three modules based on the three pillars of the A.C.C.E.P.T. Framework: Understanding, Communication, and Connection. Each module consists of a pre-recorded introduction to the module, four online sessions, a workbook with activities and resources, membership in an ACCEPT members-only Facebook group, and a six-month drop-in follow-up.
Module One: Understanding Your Neurodivergent Operating System
Facilitator:
Wendy McGuire (she/her)
MSW, RSW, PhD
Registered Social Worker
The ND Room
An activity-based group for neurodivergent individuals in grades 7-12. The group provides a space for individuals to explore neurodiversity, self-expression, sexuality and gender.
Facilitator:
Robyn Livingston (he/him)
BSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker and Group Facilitator
A.C.C.E.P.T. Group for Couples
A virtual support group for ND/NT and ND/ND couples who want to explore and understand how neurodivergence impacts your relationship.
Facilitator:
Wendy McGuire (she/her)
MSW, RSW, PhD
Registered Social Worker
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