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Workshop 6: Thriving Together - Transitioning to University and Greater Independence

Thu 11 Mar 2027 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM EST Online, Zoom
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Workshop 6: Thriving Together - Transitioning to University and Greater Independence

Thu 11 Mar 2027 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM EST Online, Zoom
Register Now

Workshop 6: Transitioning to University and Greater Independence

Help your neurodivergent teens prepare for the transition into adulthood and post-secondary life, with a focus on how to navigate increased independence. This workshop integrates key concepts such as identity, boundaries, burnout, and self-advocacy, applying them to the challenges and opportunities of increased independence.

Topics:

  • Navigating grade 11/12

  • Bridging the gap between structured high school and independence

  • Academic, social, and executive functioning challenges in university

  • Self-advocacy and accessing accommodations

  • Supporting autonomy while staying connected as a parent

Workshop Topics:

  1. Thursday, October 15th: Understanding the Neurodivergent Teen Experience
  2. Thursday, November 19th: Masking, Conformity, and Identity
  3. Thursday, December 17th: Neurodivergent Teens’ Emotional World - Rejection Sensitivity and Invalidation
  4. Thursday, January 21st: Neurodivergent Burnout
  5. Thursday, February 18th: Relationships and Boundaries
  6. Thursday, March 11th: Transitioning to University and Greater Independence
  7. Thursday, April 15th: Caregiver Support and Sustainable Parenting

Workshop Structure:

  • 7:00-8:30 pm - 90 minute presentation and questions
  • 8:30-9:30 pm - OPTIONAL parent led discussion

Workshop Benefits:

  • A unique approach that blends clinical knowledge with real-world autistic parenting experience

  • Learn from a social worker specializing in neurodivergent adolescents and an autistic parent of autistic teens

  • Gain practical, neuro-affirming strategies you can use right away

  • Explore real-life challenges through guided parent discussions

  • Connect to a supportive parent community.

  • Summary notes & recommended resources provided after each workshop

Each workshop can be attended on its own, or as part of a series designed to provide a cohesive, holistic learning experience.

Workshop pricing:

  • All 7 workshops: $378 (a 10% savings)
  • Single workshop: $60