Virtual Minecraft Therapy Groups for Neurodivergent Children & Tweens
Maryland | dc | virginia
What even is going on in the world right now?
That’s what we’re all thinking. Even our kids. We are bombarded with images, audio and messages about how our world is unsafe, unjust and uncaring.
For our kids, especially our autistic and/or ADHD’r kids and tweens, they need - and deserve - a safe place to ask questions, learn more and get connected
without feeling shamed or judged.
WHAT’S DIFFERENT ABOUT GROUPS AT PTC?
Minecraft Groups for neurodivergent elementary and middle schoolers at Playful Therapy Connections are a place where children and tweens can connect in the ways that are most natural for them, with peers who have similar interests and overlapping neurotypes.
We do not ‘teach social skills’. Instead, we honor each child’s way of being by offering a supportive space where they can be themselves and explore the ways in which they want to show up in the world. Instead of providing a set curriculum intended to teach kids how to mask or “pass as neurotypical”, group members join a Minecraft realm where they can show up as the experts in their own stories.
Our neurodivergent licensed therapists and clinical interns focus on building up your child’s strengths and do not operate from a deficit-based model.
All while playing Minecraft, PTC’s groups will provide opportunities for your Autistic / ADHD’r / AuDHDr’ / anxious / depressed child to:
connect
Groups offer a space for positive, affirming & safe peer connections.
Exploring your emotional world alongside peers who get it (and won’t laugh at your struggles or questions) is a powerful tool for healing & change.
learn
Effectively absorb & practice new skills through play, stories & conversation.
Small group content is customized to match the learning styles of group members & to meet your goals.
cope
Groups allow for real time expression of emotions, problem-solving & implementation of coping strategies to build resiliency & positive communication skills.
Ongoing parent/caregiver updates allow you to support your child in using the coping strategies practiced in group at home.
Getting Started is Easy!
1: Schedule Your Free Consultation
Pick a convenient time to talk & complete a brief questionnaire to get ready.
2: Chat with our new client coordinator
Explore how group therapy will help you meet your goals & get matched to a group.
3: complete a virtual intake
Meet your therapist online to dive into your goals.
Let’s work together to move your child from isolated, anxious & frustrated to connected, communicative & understood.
The Details
schedule
Groups meet weekly for 45 minutes.
rolling enrollment
With rolling enrollment, new group members can join at regular intervals so you’ll never have to wait long to get started.
group Investment
45 minute Intake $195 - $280 (rate varies based on clinician)
Current or returning clients may not need an intake or may schedule an abbreviated one.
45 minute Group $75/each
25 minute Parent/Caregiver Sessions, scheduled only as-requested $50/each
Want more details? No problem!
1: INtake
Meet your/your child’s group therapist(s) & explore how your goals will be met in group.
We use this information to craft a unique, personalized plan for your/your child’s group!
2: weekly groups
Each week, you/your child will login to our Google Meet room alongside their peers & therapist.
Topics & activities will vary based on group members’ personalities, goals & interests. No two groups are the same!
3: feedback
Schedule a parent/caregiver session for personalized feedback about your child’s experience in group as well as recommendations for next steps.
Group Policies
Signing up for group is a month-to-month commitment.
Parent/Caregiver sessions are available with our amazing interns, as requested, and will be billed at the current intern rates for 25 minute or 45 minute sessions.
The fee will be waived for up to one session per quarter that is cancelled in accordance with our cancellation policies. Any additional group cancellations and missed sessions will be charged the full group fee.