We SHINE

in Our Own Way

Through collaborative activities and open discussions, participants will explore self-advocacy, navigating friendships, and understanding their unique communication strengths.

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SHINE IN OUR OWN WAY

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Shine in Our Own Way is a fortnightly therapy group designed specifically for neurodivergent teenage girls, led by a certified Speech-Language Pathologist.

This group provides a safe, welcoming, and sensory-friendly space where girls can connect with peers who truly understand them. Rather than focusing on "masking" or forcing neurotypical standards, we celebrate communication differences and build genuine social connections. Through collaborative activities and open discussions, participants will explore self-advocacy, navigating friendships, and understanding their unique communication strengths.

Details:

  • Who: Neurodivergent teenage girls (Ages 13–17)

  • When: Fortnightly (Every two weeks) Starting in 2027 Term 1

  • DAY : TBC- afterschool 3.45pm-5.15pm

  • Led by: Certified Speech-Language Pathologist

  • Focus: Neurodiversity-affirming connection, self-advocacy, and peer support

    • Session 1: Welcome & Creating Our Safe Space – Setting group agreements, exploring shared interests, and defining what "shining in our own way" means to each person.

    • Session 2: Unpacking My Neurodivergent Profile – Exploring individual communication styles, sensory profiles, and uncovering unique personal strengths.

    • Session 3: Energy Budgets & Sensory Needs – Identifying sensory joy, recognizing triggers, and learning how to manage emotional and physical energy banks to prevent burnout.

    • Session 4: Unmasking & Authentic Self-Expression – Discussing what "masking" feels like, the safety of dropping the mask, and celebrating diverse communication styles.

    • Session 5: Navigating Friendships on Our Own Terms – Understanding what a healthy, fulfilling friendship looks like and finding peers who appreciate the real you.

    • Session 6: Decoding the Social World – Exploring double-empathy (how neurodivergent and neurotypical people misunderstand each other) and navigating mixed social dynamics without losing self-identity.

    • Session 7: The Power of No (Boundaries & Consent) – Practising how to set clear personal boundaries with friends, family, and schools comfortably.

    • Session 8: Self-Advocacy Toolkit – Learning how to ask for accommodations at school, work, or in public spaces clearly and confidently.

    • Session 9: Executive Function Hacks – Sharing collaborative, low-demand strategies for managing time, tasks, and overwhelming routines in a neurodivergent-friendly way.

  • Session 10: Celebrating Our Shine – Reflecting on growth, exchanging peer appreciations, and hosting a low-demand, sensory-friendly graduation celebration.

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