We all know the pandemic has been tough for all of us, and has been especially difficult for young adults who struggle with social anxiety. We have noticed there is a need for social groups for trans teens who struggle with social anxiety, particularly for those who are neurodivergent, and need a safer space to work through their social anxiety. We are facilitating a 6-week IN PERSON space for social connection for neurodivergent transgender teens aged 14-17. This space will be an opportunity for these young adults to practice initiating social contact with peers in a gender-affirming, highly structured environment that celebrates neurodiversity. We are building this space with neurodivergence in mind, providing multiple options for levels of engagement based on participants comfort and desire. 

Requirements for those interested in participating are:

• Must identify as transgender or gender-expansive/non-binary
• Be between ages 14-17
• Be currently engaged in individual mental health therapy
• Be vaccinated against COVID-19 and able to wear a mask in the group
• Be able to join the group in-person
• Be able to commit to participating in the full 6-weeks of the group
• NO formal diagnosis of neurodivergence is necessary!! If when reading this description you feel like this group would be helpful for you, reach out!! 

Dates: 
Thursdays from 6:30-7:45
Jan 26, Feb 2, 6, 16, 23, March 9, 2023

Location:
2207 NE 65th St, Suite 204
Seattle, WA 98115

ACCESS NOTE: Space is up a flight of stairs with no elevator :(
This will be a fragrance-free space. More information on this available upon request.

Fee: $60 per session

If you have clients interested in joining this group, please contact both Emmett and Naomi here:
Emmett@emmettstanfieldmsw.com, Tenderhearttherapywa@gmail.com 

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