A supportive group for LGBTQ+ Neurodivergent Adults to access peer support. Led by a Queer Female Neurodivergent Psychotherapist.

Although some LGBTQ+ Neurodivergent people do take care of their emotional wellbeing and seek help if and when they need it, others face a range of barriers when doing so which can make them reluctant to reach out.

Negative past experiences when working with professionals or being in social situations, can also have a huge impact on whether someone chooses to reach out. There is also a distinct lack of provision specifically for Neurodivergent people. The additional barriers to accessing appropriate support as a Neurodivergent LGBTQ+ person are huge even though evidence suggests that neurodivergent people are more likely to identify as LGBTQ+ than their neurotypical peers.

The Hosts

My:ND Space CIC is a supportive peer led space, specifically for the Neurodivergent community. We feel that this is especially important to be able to fully empathise, truly understand, and to be able to offer the right kind of appropriate support.

The Session

It's important to note that this session IS NOT COUNSELLING OR THERAPY of any kind. In this session there is no 'activity' as such, but simply a space for Neurodivergent LGBTQ+ people to come together, chat, have access to peer support and talk about whatever it is they want to chat about, in a safe, judegement free space.

The group is facilitated by a Queer Female Neurodivergent Psychotherpaist who specialises working with Neurodivergent people and Neuro-affirming education. You do not need a formal diagnosis to attend these sessions, nor do we ask for you to be referred by any 'agency'. As this is a relatively new group, we will ask attendees to help shape this group to make sure we meet people's needs.

The session will run from 7pm - 8:45pm. Please arrive on time so we can get the most out of the session without being disturbed.

Refreshments are provided for you to enjoy - donations towards these are always welcome.

This session is for anyone who identifies as being Neurodivergent and considers themselves to be part of the LGBTQ+ community. Age 18+

(We are looking to host sessions for teenagers in the near future so watch this space)

PLEASE NOTE - We ask for a £3 ticket contribution to help towards our operational costs as a not-for-profit organisation. Spaces for these sessions are limited. If you do book and can't make it for any reason please do let us know in advance so we can offer the space to someone else. There is a huge demand for this session and whilst we appreciate life does get in the way sometimes, we want to be able to use the time and space to provide support to as many people as possible.

It is important again to stress that this IS NOT counselling or therapy. Simply a safe space for Neurodivergent LGBTQ+ people to be their unmasked, authentic selves, to make new connections and meet likeminded people. Thats it!

We are a proud member of the Safe Space Alliance 🏳️‍🌈

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