Groups
The ND Room
This group is part of the A.C.C.E.P.T. Program™
suite of groups for neurodivergent youth and adults that promotes understanding, communication, and connection.
Ideal for individuals in grades 7 to 12 who:
identify as neurodivergent or have traits associated with AD(H)D, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tic disorders and/or other form(s) of neurodivergence (formal diagnosis not required)
Seeking to:
Express and communicate experiences, thoughts, feelings and ideas
Make connections with other neurodivergent tweens and teens
Explore their own identity and interests in-depth
Receive and/or offer peer support within a safe and respectful group setting
The ND Room is a weekly, 8-session, virtual, activity-based, peer support group for neurodivergent-identifying youth of all genders, in grades 7 to 12. Sessions are 120 minutes per week. The group will be exploring and discussing weekly topics surrounding identity and self-acceptance. Weekly topics of discussion include gender, sexuality, neurodiversity, masking, relationships, self-advocacy and more.
Are you a youth-oriented, LGBTQ2SI+ and neurodivergent-affirming person who loves to lead groups? We are seeking a new group facilitator for our Spring group (April/May). Email us with “ND Room Facilitator” in the subject line or to get the link for our Sunday night INFO SESSIONS to get the low-down (yes, every Sunday night).
Weekly Themes
Week 1: IDENTITY What is neurodiversity to you? Who are you right now? What are the labels and language you identify with?
Week 2: SELF-EXPRESSION How do you express your gender? How do you see yourself? What is a unique aspect of who you are? What are your interests?
Week 3: UNDERSTANDING What is your sexuality and how do you identify? What are your needs and boundaries within your personal relationships? What makes you comfortable and uncomfortable in social situations?
Week 4: INTERESTS What is a unique aspect of who you are? What are your interests? What are you passionate about?
Week 5: SOCIAL PERCEPTION How do others see you? What is masking to you? How does masking affect you?
Week 6: COMMUNITY What are your experiences in your daily life (at school, with family and friends, etc)? Who do you relate to? How do you see yourself represented in the world and in media?
Week 7: SELF-ADVOCACY + SUPPORT How do you advocate for yourself? How could you better advocate for yourself? Who or what supports you? How do you self-regulate? (poll for the following week)
Week 8: CONNECT Share, discuss and reflect on the group activities, touching upon each topic. Then the facilitators will receive group feedback.
Weekly Structure
1. Check-in + Group activity (45 mins)
2. Break (10 mins)
3. Group discussion + Break-out rooms (40 mins)
4. Break (10 mins)
5. Close group: final thoughts + feedback (15 mins)
Upcoming dates
We hope to offer a group in April/May 2025. Sign up for CONNECTING THE DOTS, our newsletter, to keep up to date on our programs and services.
Join the Group
Enquire about the Spring 2025 session
Format: Virtual via Zoom
Time: Weekly for 2 hours
Dates: TBD
INFO SESSIONS EVERY SUNDAY AT 7PM!
We welcome youth and/or their parents/caregivers
(Email us for the link)
Enquire about the Spring 2025 session
Format: Virtual via Zoom
Time: Weekly for 2 hours
Dates: TBD
INFO SESSIONS EVERY SUNDAY AT 7PM!
We welcome youth and/or their parents/caregivers
(Email us for the link)
Other A.C.C.E.P.T. Program™ groups
A.C.C.E.P.T. Group for Neurodivergent Adults
A virtual support group ideal for adults who want to explore their Neurodivergent Operating System, build skills, and share experiences.
Click to learn more
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.
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