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Keeping it Crafty
About the Program Do you like crafting and want to engage with like-minded people? Then this group might be for you. This program is designed to create a sense of community and connection amongst autistic peers. All sessions are conducted face-to-face in Albury, facilitated by a Neurodivergent Therapy Assistant (TA) with guidance from our practitioner.…
Lego-based therapy group
Our Lego Therapy Program is a structured, play-based intervention designed to support social communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in a fun and engaging environment. Participants
Minecraft cosy gaming club
The Minecraft Cozy Gaming Club is a welcoming online community for gamers who enjoy a relaxed and creative approach to the world of Minecraft. Whether you’re building picturesque cottages, designing lush gardens, exploring scenic biomes, or crafting intricate interiors, this club celebrates the joy of slow-paced, mindful gaming.
Supporting Autistic Individuals Through Pregnancy
Supporting Autistic Individuals Through Pregnancy Introduction Pregnancy is a significant period of physical, emotional, and social transformation. For autistic individuals, these changes often interact uniquely with sensory processing differences, communication styles, and co-occurring conditions, creating distinct challenges that are underrepresented in research. While pregnancy has long been explored through the lens of neurotypical experiences, recent…
Virtual Reality and Autism
Virtual reality (VR) is beginning to be more widely adopted in a therapeutic setting, but has been used and researched for its therapeutic support in autism intervention and therapy since as early as 2011, with promising results. It has been used successfully both clinically and in research settings to help with a range of challenges…
Autistic Masking
The Double Life of Autistic Masking: What Others See In the realm of autism, masking refers to the conscious or unconscious act of hiding one’s authentic traits and behaviours to blend in with societal expectations. The visual titled “In Front of the Mask: What Do Others See?” provides a striking overview of how masking manifests…
Autism +
Autism +: Understanding Co-Occurring Conditions in Autism The term “Autism +” reflects the reality that many autistic individuals experience co-occurring conditions that significantly shape their daily lives. These additional challenges often get grouped under the umbrella of “autism”. However, this framework encourages us to reframe this understanding—not as a single entity but as an autistic…
Autism + Environment = Outcome
Autism + Environment = Outcome: Shaping Lives Through Understanding and Adaptation Luke Beardon’s concept, “Autism + Environment = Outcome,” provides a powerful framework for understanding how the interplay between an autistic individual’s neurology and their environment determines their quality of life. It emphasises that while autism is an intrinsic neurological difference, the environment significantly influences…
Autism and the Allostatic Load Cycle
The Allostatic Load Cycle and the Monotropic Mind: Understanding Stress, Regulation, and Resilience in Autism Autistic individuals often navigate life with heightened sensitivity to sensory, cognitive, and social demands. These challenges can lead to cycles of stress and dysregulation known as the allostatic load cycle. This model, explained by Melanie Martinelli, highlights the cumulative impact…
AutPlay® Therapy Program
AutPlay® Therapy is an integrative play-based approach designed to support autistic individuals and children with developmental or neurodivergent conditions. It combines the therapeutic benefits of play with evidence-based practices to address emotional regulation, social skill development, and sensory processing challenges.
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