GROUPS FOR AUTISTIC PEOPLE AND THEIR LOVED ONES

At Seven Corners Psychotherapy, we provide groups for neurodivergent folks of all ages to help them understand themselves and find connection with others. We do not provide social skills groups - we believe that the best way for people to find connection is through being themselves. Our younger autism groups use the Neurobears program to help them understand what autism actually is, understand themselves and their own needs, and find autistic joy and true connection with others. Our parenting groups also use Neurobears so that caregivers can have the same language and understanding as their children. Our teen and young adult groups have the same goals and use resources that are more age appropriate.

Please see below for our current specific group offerings.  In general, our groups start with an intake with the therapist running the group and can be either time limited or ongoing.  An individual session is also offered at the end of the group to discuss any recommendations from the therapist.  Please reach out to the individual therapist listed below or submit the online form for more information.

Neurobears - Group for Autistic Young People- Grades 1st-4th

Wednesdays beginning September 18th 6:15-7:15

Investment is $920 ($115 per group session)

Led by Izzie Moreno-King, Resident Therapist

This is a 8-week group for supporting autistic children in understanding and navigating their autistic experiences. This group follows the Neurobears curriculum. We will explore topics such as neurodiversity, sensory and emotional needs, masking, burnout, autistic meltdowns/overwhelm/ shutdowns, communication preferences, and promoting emotional regulation. And most importantly, celebrating this awesome identity of being autistic as an inclusive, affirming and positive group!

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Group for Parents of Autistic Young People

Wednesdays beginning September 18th 6:15-7:15

Investment is $800 ($100 per group session)

Led by Andrea Andrews, Resident Therapist

Families raising children with diverse neurological profiles, such as Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorders, and others, will find a warm and understanding space at our Parenting Support Group. This compassionate community offers a listening ear, shares experiences, and exchanges valuable insights. Parents of neurodiverse children will benefit from one another's support and empowerment as we navigate the unique challenges and joys of parenting. Join us as we foster positive insight into what it means for your child to be Autistic, offering the

opportunity to explore and authentically understand who they are and how to support them as they learn how to advocate for themselves.

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Neurobears - Group for Autistic Young People- Grades 5th-8th

Thursdays beginning September 5th 6:00-7:00

Investment is $920 ($115 per group session)

Led by Sydney Smedley, Resident Therapist

This group is structured around the Neurobears Course for Autistic Young People. Each week the group will watch a clip from the Neurobears model and discuss the content as a group.The goal is to help foster positive insight into what it means to be Autistic, offering the opportunity to explore and authentically understand who they are and how to advocate for yourself .

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Neurospicy Teens- Grades 9th-12th

Wednesdays starting September 11th 5:30-6:30

Investment is $950 ($95 per group session)

Led by Laura Phillps, LCSW

A 10-week group for neurodivergent teens (grades 9-12) to experience community, learn more about themselves, and find space to embrace their neurospicy identity. Self-diagnosis/ identification is respected.

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Autistic Young Adult Groups

Fill out the above form to be on the list for future groups!

This in-person group promotes a positive and individual understanding of what it means to be Autistic. The group includes a mix of psychoeducational content as well as opportunities for self-exploration on a variety of topics, such as school/work, sensory needs, and relationships.