Group-based services are an excellent intervention and support for young adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I have been working in the field of ASD since 1999 and have facilitated many dynamic social/emotional skill building groups with teens and young adults.  

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*Two group session are available each year: fall session and spring session*

Dates for the 2023-2024 school year: 

 

#1 Fall session starts on Thursday October 12, 2023 and ends on Thursday February 8,  2024. 

No group the week of Thanksgiving break or winter break.  

 

#2 Spring session starts on Thursday February 15, 2024 and ends Thursday May 30, 2024.

No group the week of spring break.  

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Group Information 

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The group dynamic in and of itself is a powerful source of therapy in many ways:  (1) group members are able to learn from each other and experience relationship building skills, (2) there is instant (in real time) feedback for behavior and group members can talk openly and navigate deeper social dynamics, (3) group members often learn a lot from each other and have personal epiphanies or breakthroughs with their behavior which they might have struggled to achieve in a individual setting.

 

Some of the many topics covered throughout the 15 weeks. 

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• Autism and the brain 

• ADHD and Autism - the differences and similarities 

• Autism and Anxiety - learning about anxiety 

• Values and beliefs identification 

• Behavior and habit loop identification 

• Identification of personal goals  

• Social skill training weaved throughout group 

• Communication skill building (assertive, aggressive, passive aggressive) 

• Relationships (healthy vs. unhealthy) 

• School or work struggles 

• The pursuit of joy and purpose 

• Find an organizational system that works best for you

• Art therapy activities 

• How you fit into your family system

• Strengths identification 

• Social media and use of electronics 

• How to cope with big emotions 

• Increase emotional literacy 

• Social behavior mapping 

• Coping skills