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This ten week programme offers autistic adults the opportunity to explore how autism affects them in a supportive group. An important element of the programme is the chance for participants to share their responses to knowing or discovering they are autistic with peers, and have the space and support offered to process these responses.
You can see a detailed outline of the programme, read some FAQs and an article evaluating the programme by Dr Laura Crane of CRAE.
It will be facilitated by me Caroline Hearst, and I'll be assisted by someone who has previously benefited from this programme.
You can see a detailed outline of the programme, read some FAQs and an article evaluating the programme by Dr Laura Crane of CRAE.
It will be facilitated by me Caroline Hearst, and I'll be assisted by someone who has previously benefited from this programme.
This ten week programme offers autistic adults the opportunity to explore how autism affects them in a supportive group. An important element of the programme is the chance for participants to share their responses to knowing or discovering they are autistic with peers, and have the space and support offered to process these responses. No one is born knowing they are autistic. However autistic people often notice as we grow up that we are different, some of us get diagnosed but others bumble along trying their best to cope with a difference they know is there but they are unable to define or understand.
Many of us are considered bright but still find ourselves experiencing confusion and being misunderstood. If we seek help for our difficulties sometimes the helpers are as mystified as we are about why we are failing to cope despite being apparently capable. Myths about autism abound, so even if autism is diagnosed we are not necessarily given the tools to understand it and possibly because of this if it is suggested to an undiagnosed adult they are as likely as not to reject the description.
This programme provides a safe place to learn complex truths about autism and share life experiences with a group of peers. It is a space where autism is the norm and understood simply, as a way of being, which like all ways of being confers strengths and challenges. It will reassure you that it is possible to live a positive and productive life as an autistic adult.
You can see a detailed outline of the programme, read some FAQs and an article evaluating the programme by Dr Laura Crane of CRAE.
It will be facilitated by me Caroline Hearst, and I'll be assisted by someone who has previously benefited from this programme.
Many of us are considered bright but still find ourselves experiencing confusion and being misunderstood. If we seek help for our difficulties sometimes the helpers are as mystified as we are about why we are failing to cope despite being apparently capable. Myths about autism abound, so even if autism is diagnosed we are not necessarily given the tools to understand it and possibly because of this if it is suggested to an undiagnosed adult they are as likely as not to reject the description.
This programme provides a safe place to learn complex truths about autism and share life experiences with a group of peers. It is a space where autism is the norm and understood simply, as a way of being, which like all ways of being confers strengths and challenges. It will reassure you that it is possible to live a positive and productive life as an autistic adult.
You can see a detailed outline of the programme, read some FAQs and an article evaluating the programme by Dr Laura Crane of CRAE.
It will be facilitated by me Caroline Hearst, and I'll be assisted by someone who has previously benefited from this programme.
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Feedback from previous participants
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Kim who attended the course in 2017
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Caroline who attended the course in 2016
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Parent of man who attended course
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"I couldn't put it any better than it's been truly life changing for me"
"It’s been amazing…I would absolutely recommend it to everyone."
"IThe most precious thing about your group is that it gives me the feeling that it is really okay to be me, and has helped me realise that I am a powerful human being and can be myselr and love myslef just the way I am. Thank-you"
"I value the opportunity to meet other like-minded people. I like the combination of personal stories and academic detail and the breadth of verage. It's become such a highlight of my week."
"Such an amazing programme. Thank you so much for sharing yourself and insights with us."
"What a fantastic amount of insight - thank you from the bottom of my heart."
"I was apprehensive but have felt quite at home in the group, thank you."
“This is the best thing I have ever done in my life to date! It has totally changed my life in the most profound and positive way. “
"It feels like a safe environment to talk about own my experiences. The course leader is very knowledgeable from professional and personal experience, and knows and explains the nuances which you can’t find out about from reading text books. There’s time and space to discuss things that someone brings up and it’s not dismissed. Everyone's contribution is valued."
"When I went along to the groups, I found it a liberating experience to be amongst people who are on a similar wavelength. We each felt comfortable to share our life experiences to discuss current difficulties and work out strategies to help. Caroline has been a patient, supportive and encouraging presence throughout."
"It has been an extremely positive and supportive environment in which to share our experiences and explore further some of the highs and lows of being on the spectrum. All of us have found it most beneficial ."
