STEPS
groups for neurodivergent children
Therapy groups for neurodivergent children, teens, and adults with neurodevelopmental differences including autism and/or ADHD.
“Neurodiversity is the idea that neurological differences like autism and ADHD are natural variations of the human genome, and that these differences should be recognized and respected as any other human variation.”
— Judy Singer
We provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy groups for children, teens, and adults with neurodevelopmental differences, including Autism and ADHD. Our work is centered on understanding, supporting, and honoring each person’s unique way of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world.
Our team is highly trained in working with neurodivergent individuals and is committed to helping each person live in a way that feels authentic, sustainable, and aligned with their strengths and goals.
Rather than trying to change who someone is, we focus on helping individuals better understand themselves, reduce stress, and build environments and supports that truly work for them.
our STEPS groups
First Steps
for children ages 4-6 
Small steps
for children ages 7-9
big steps
for children ages 10-12
Next steps
for teens ages 13-17First Steps
ages 4-6-
First Steps is an in-person group informed by the DIR-Floortime® model. It is designed for young children experiencing challenges with connecting and relating to peers due to neurodivergence, social anxiety, and/or emotional regulation difficulties.
This group also includes bi-weekly parent education sessions to support with implementing DIR-Floortime strategies in the home environment.
Our First Steps group is facilitated by Dr. Savannah Sweet. To learn more about Dr. Sweet, you can read her bio on our website.
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First Steps focuses on:
Strengthening emotional identification and regulation
Increasing reciprocal peer interaction and shared attention
Supporting flexible thinking and problem-solving
Building peer connection through play-based engagement
Promoting self-advocacy in peer interactions
Fostering joy in relating with others
Supporting parents in learning about DIR-Floortime strategies that can be implemented at home to further support their child’s development
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DIR-Floortime® is a relationship-based approach that focuses on a child’s Developmental level, Individual differences (such as sensory processing and regulation), and Relationships to support emotional and social growth. This model uses child-led play to build connection, regulation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Dr. Sweet’s role as the group facilitator is to meet group members at their developmental level and support with expanding interactions to promote shared attention, emotional engagement, and problem-solving with their peers.
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Our First Steps group meets on Thursdays from 5:00pm-6:00pm
Session fee is $90 per week. Superbills are provided weekly after each group session.
small Steps
ages 7-9-
Small Steps is an in-person group informed by the DIR-Floortime® model. This group supports school-aged children experiencing challenges in relating with peers, initiating or maintaining friendships, or navigating group dynamics due to neurodivergence, social anxiety, and/or emotion regulation difficulties.
Our Small Steps group is facilitated by Dr. Savannah Sweet. To learn more about Dr. Sweet, you can read her bio on our website.
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Small Steps focuses on:
Strengthening emotional identification and regulation
Increasing reciprocal peer interaction and shared attention
Supporting flexible thinking and problem-solving
Building peer connection through play-based engagement
Promoting self-advocacy in peer interactions
Fostering joy in relating with others
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DIR-Floortime® is a relationship-based approach that focuses on a child’s Developmental level, Individual differences (such as sensory processing and regulation), and Relationships to support emotional and social growth. This model uses child-led play to build connection, regulation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Dr. Sweet’s role as the group facilitator is to meet group members at their developmental level and support with expanding interactions to promote shared attention, emotional engagement, and problem-solving with their peers.
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Our Small Steps group meets on Mondays from 4:30pm-5:30pm
Session fee is $90 per week. Superbills are provided weekly after each group session.
Big Steps
ages 10-12-
Big Steps is an in-person group informed by the DIR-Floortime® model for neurodivergent children ages 10–12. This group is designed for children who experience challenges with peer relationships, emotional regulation, flexible thinking, self-confidence, or navigating increasingly complex social situations due to neurodivergence, anxiety, and/or social-emotional differences.
As children enter late elementary school, social interactions become more nuanced and expectations for independence, self-awareness, and problem solving increase. Big Steps provides a supportive environment where children can strengthen their understanding of themselves and others while building genuine connections with peers.
This group includes regular parent consultation and education sessions designed to help caregivers better understand their child's developmental profile and support continued growth at home and in everyday settings.
Big Steps is facilitated by Dr. Ashlee Reid. To learn more about Dr. Reid, please visit her bio on our website.
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Big Steps focuses on:
Strengthening emotional awareness, insight, and regulation
Expanding reciprocal peer interaction and collaborative problem solving
Supporting flexible thinking and perspective taking
Building confidence in social situations
Increasing self-awareness of how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors impact relationships
Promoting self-advocacy and communication skills
Developing resilience following social challenges and disappointments
Encouraging peer connections through shared experiences
Supporting parents in understanding and reinforcing developmental strategies at home
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DIR-Floortime® is a relationship-based approach that focuses on a child's developmental level, individual differences, and relationships to support emotional, social, and cognitive growth.
For older children, DIR-Floortime® emphasizes helping children reflect on their experiences, understand their own emotions and perspectives, consider the thoughts and feelings of others, and engage in increasingly complex problem solving and social interactions.
Dr. Reid's role as group facilitator is to create opportunities for connection, support emotional growth, and help group members develop greater flexibility, self-awareness, confidence, and problem-solving abilities within the context of real peer relationships.
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Our Big Steps group meets on Thursdays from 4:00pm-5:00pm
Session fee is $90 per session. Superbills are provided weekly following each group session.
next Steps
ages 13-17-
Next Steps is an in-person group informed by the DIR-Floortime® model for neurodivergent teens ages 13–17. This group is designed for adolescents who experience challenges with peer relationships, social confidence, emotional regulation, identity development, or feelings of belonging due to neurodivergence, anxiety, and/or social-emotional differences.
The teenage years are a time of increasing independence, self-discovery, and social complexity. Many neurodivergent teens find themselves wanting connection but struggling to find peers who share their interests, understand their experiences, or appreciate them for who they are. Some teens feel isolated, misunderstood, or unsure of where they fit in.
Next Steps provides a supportive environment where teens can connect with peers who share similar experiences, explore their developing identities, build confidence in relationships, and strengthen their understanding of themselves and others. Rather than focusing on changing who teens are, this group emphasizes self-understanding, authentic connection, and developing relationships that feel genuine and fulfilling.
This group includes regular parent consultation and education sessions designed to support caregivers in understanding adolescent development, neurodivergence, and the skills teens are building within the group.
Next Steps is facilitated by Dr. Ashlee Reid. To learn more about Dr. Reid, please visit her bio on our website.
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Next Steps focuses on:
Strengthening emotional awareness and regulation
Supporting identity development and self-understanding
Building confidence in initiating and maintaining peer interactions
Exploring belonging, connection, and community
Increasing perspective taking and understanding of others
Developing self-advocacy and communication skills
Supporting flexible thinking and problem solving
Processing social challenges, rejection, and disappointment
Encouraging authentic relationships based on shared interests and values
Helping teens recognize and build upon their strengths
Supporting parents in understanding and reinforcing developmental strategies at home
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DIR-Floortime® is a relationship-based approach that focuses on a person's developmental level, individual differences, and relationships to support emotional, social, and cognitive growth.
For adolescents, DIR-Floortime® emphasizes developing deeper self-awareness, understanding the perspectives of others, navigating increasingly complex relationships, and building the emotional and problem-solving capacities needed for independence and healthy connections.
Dr. Reid's role as group facilitator is to create a safe and supportive environment where teens can explore who they are, develop genuine relationships, strengthen emotional resilience, and build confidence in themselves and their interactions with others.
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Our Next Steps group meets on Mondays from 7:00pm-8:00pm
Session fee is $90 per week. Superbills are provided following each group session.
we support neurodivergent people with:
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Identity & Self-Understanding
Exploring what it means to be neurodivergent, building self-awareness, and developing a sense of identity that feels authentic and affirming. -
Sensory Experiences & Overwhelm
Understanding and navigating sensory sensitivities, overload, and the impact of environments that may feel too much or not supportive enough. -
Executive Functioning & Daily Life Skills
Challenges with organization, planning, time management, and follow-through, as well as building systems that support everyday functioning. -
Burnout, Masking, and Fatigue
Experiences of exhaustion from trying to meet neurotypical expectations, masking or camouflaging neurodivergence, and the impact this can have on well-being. -
Emotional Regulation & Self-Advocacy
Support with understanding emotions, managing overwhelm, communicating needs, and advocating for oneself in different environments. -
Health, Relationships & Life Transitions
Navigating concerns related to eating, sleep, hygiene, relationships, school/work, and major life changes in a way that supports overall well-being.
Sensory & Communication Considerations
We aim to adapt therapy sessions to support each individual’s unique way of communicating, processing, and experiencing the world to the best of our ability. Rather than expecting individuals to adjust to therapy, we shape the therapeutic space to better meet their needs.
We are intentional in how we design each session so that it feels accessible, respectful, and responsive. Our goal is to create a space where individuals feel understood, supported, and able to engage in ways that are natural to them.
This may include:
Honoring different communication styles, including verbal and nonverbal expression
Supporting sensory preferences and sensitivities
Adjusting pacing to align with processing speed
Working within each person’s executive functioning strengths and challenges
Creating an environment that feels predictable, structured, and safe
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