Find Serenity & Empathy - ASD Men's Group
We're dedicated to helping men on the autism spectrum find serenity and reduce frustration and overwhelm.
We facilitate conversations so you will be understood on a much deeper level than you experience in your day-to-day life.
General Information
GROUP LEADER:
Dates and times:
8 weeks
Thursdays @ 5pm PST
Begins May 30th, 2024
Cost:
$75/session
Group sessions:
90 minutes
Inclusion:
All neurodiversity and genders are welcome.
Next step:
Reach out on our contact form and Stephen will give you a call.
In our Zoom Group, we will
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learn how to protect ourselves from overwhelming stress
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explore how to have uncomfortable conversations while holding boundaries
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discuss how to have relationships with allistic partners and NOT lose yourself
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get concrete tools
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identify the differences between real and imagined threats
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learn about motivation, where it comes from, and how motivation differs from capacity
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get unstuck and gain clarity on how to live a better life.
Group Schedule
Thursday May 30 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Thursday June 27 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Session 1: Understanding Autism
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Introduction to the group and participants
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What is autism? Shared experiences and individual perspectives
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How does autism affect me personally?
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Advice and insights for other autistic men
Session 5: Setting and Achieving Goals
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Reflecting on personal achievements and setbacks
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Identifying personal goals and aspirations
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Developing a framework for setting and maintaining healthy goals
Thursday June 6 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Thursday July 11 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Session 2: Navigating the World of Work
Session 6: Follow Through on Life and Relationships
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Exploring individual experiences in the workplace
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Identifying challenges and strengths in the work environment
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Developing strategies for effective communication and problem-solving at work
Thursday June 13 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Session 3: Family Dynamics and Autism
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Introduction to the group and participants
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What is autism? Shared experiences and individual perspectives
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How does autism affect me personally?
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Advice and insights for other autistic men
Thursday July 18 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Session 7: Navigating the Neurotypical World - Masking
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Reflecting on personal experiences with family as an autistic man
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Sharing coping mechanisms and successful strategies
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Discussing challenges and finding support within the family dynamic
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Understanding societal rules and norms (masking)
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Exploring individual experiences with masking and fitting in
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Strategies for managing situations when choosing not to fit in
Thursday June 20 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Session 4: Building and Managing Relationships
Thursday July 25 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Session 8: Celebration and Empowerment
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Examining the development and maintenance of significant relationships
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Sharing success and challenges in social interactions
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Strategies for effective communication and connection
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Reflecting on personal growth throughout the sessions
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Celebrating individual strengths and achievements
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Empowering each other to thrive as autistic men in the world
