Group Type: Support Group
Goals of the Group:
- Create a safe and supportive space for autistic individuals.
- Promote sharing of experiences and exploration of challenges.
- Develop self-advocacy skills and build coping strategies.
- Foster a sense of community and reduce isolation.
- Promote self-understanding and acceptance.
Who Is The Group For?
- Autistic individuals seeking a safe space for expression.
- Those wanting to develop social and communication strategies.
- Individuals interested in learning self-regulation techniques.
- People looking to connect with peers who share similar experiences.
Discussion Topics:
- Personal experiences with autism.
- Sensory sensitivities and emotional triggers.
- Social communication challenges.
- Self-regulation techniques.
- Building long-term resilience.
What Will We Talk About?
- Sharing individual experiences with autism.
- Personal goals for the group.
- Neurodiversity and self-acceptance.
- Sensory sensitivities and emotional triggers.
- Self-regulation techniques (e.g., grounding exercises, sensory tools).
- Social communication challenges and strategies.
- Personal growth and experiences throughout the group sessions.
- Creating individualized self-care and coping strategy plans.
- Celebrating group accomplishments and reinforcing resilience.
Glimpse of the Session:
Session 1: Introduction and Building Trust
- Sharing individual experiences with autism.
- Overview of neurodiversity and self-acceptance.
- Establishing confidentiality and trust.
- Homework: Reflect on personal strengths and challenges.
Session 2: Understanding and Managing Sensory and Emotional Challenges
- Exploration of sensory sensitivities and emotional triggers.
- Group discussion on personal experiences with sensory overload.
- Sharing self-regulation techniques.
- Homework: Practice a self-regulation technique.
Session 3: Navigating Social Interactions
- Discussion on social communication challenges.
- Role-playing social scenarios to practice communication strategies.
- Group sharing on setting boundaries and self-advocacy.
- Homework: Try a social strategy discussed in the session.
Session 4: Building Long-Term Resilience
- Reflection on personal growth and experiences.
- Creation of an individualized self-care and coping strategy plan.
- Celebrating group accomplishments.
- Homework: Continue using strategies learned and reflect on long-term goals.
Please note that the session topics, order, and other details may be subject to change based on the needs and preferences of the group members and facilitators.
Facilitator Bio:
Facilitator: Ishani Ahuja
With over 12 years of experience, 100+ clients, and 1200+ therapy hours, I hold compassionate space for individuals navigating a wide range of emotional and relational challenges. My work is deeply trauma-informed and grounded in an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens—meaning I engage with the many parts of you, each carrying its own story, role, and unmet need. At the core of my practice is the belief that healing isn’t about fixing—it’s about understanding, offering compassion, and creating a safe, supportive presence. I guide clients in gently unburdening long-held patterns, building emotional clarity, and reconnecting with their innate strength and self-leadership.
With over 12 years of experience, 100+ clients, and 1200+ therapy hours, I hold compassionate space for individuals navigating a wide range of emotional and relational challenges. My work is deeply trauma-informed and grounded in an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens—meaning I engage with the many parts of you, each carrying its own story, role, and unmet need. At the core of my practice is the belief that healing isn’t about fixing—it’s about understanding, offering compassion, and creating a safe, supportive presence. I guide clients in gently unburdening long-held patterns, building emotional clarity, and reconnecting with their innate strength and self-leadership.
The above information can change at any time, and aren't verified by us. Feel free to reach out to the facilitator for any queries or clarifications.
