Action for Neurodiversity

27/05/2026

Looks an interesting share from across the pond (USA): Hi there,
My name is Gisella Farkas, and I am a Clinic Coordinator with the UCLA PEERS® Clinic. I'm reaching out to share information about PEERS® for Dating, a 20-week, evidence-based online program designed to help neurodivergent adults (18+) build practical skills for finding and maintaining romantic relationships.
Given your work with neurodivergent adults during the diagnostic process, you may encounter individuals who are newly diagnosed and looking for structured, skills-based support—particularly around social connection and relationships. PEERS® for Dating may be a helpful resource to share with those clients.
Topics include but not limited to:
Starting conversations and expressing romantic interest
Navigating online dating and dating etiquette
Reading social cues and identifying mutual interest
Handling rejection and conflict
Building and maintaining healthy relationships
Sessions are held virtually via Zoom, welcoming participants across the U.S. and internationally. Concurrent sessions are also provided for dating coaches or support people.
We are currently enrolling participants for our groups which begin August 2026. I would be happy to provide additional information or enrollment materials, and am glad to answer any questions about program fit. Attached is more information on lesson topics and payment details!
Warm regards,
Gisella Farkas
Clinic Coordinator
UCLA PEERS® Clinic
UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience & Human Behavior
300 Medical Plaza Suite 1268
Los Angeles, CA 90095
[email protected] | 310-267-3377
teams.semel.ucla.edu/peers

24/05/2026

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21/05/2026

20/05/2026

We are currently reviewing this book for jkp.com - it comes out tomorrow. https://uk.jkp.com/products/working-with-autistic-people-in-mental-health-settings

Mental health services support many Autistic people - whetheror not they are formally identified - and have a vital opportunity to embrace neurodiversity-affirmative approaches that truly meet their needs. Too often,traditional therapies, even when well-intentioned, can overlook Autistic ways of thi...

14/05/2026

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08/05/2026

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07/05/2026

Wonderful feedback on the Autism and Shame talk from last Saturdays annual conference

- I learned so much from this talk and was genuinely blown away by how neurodiversity‑affirming it was. Elaine highlighted how the ways autistic people are treated can give rise to deep shame, and why urgent systemic change is needed. She also emphasised the importance of compassion, and of supporting autistic people not to internalise harmful societal messages. Together, this made for a vital and compelling call to action.

Laura Crane
Professor of Autism Studies�Director, Autism Centre for Education and Research (ACER)
Director of Research, School of Education
University of Birmingham
Department of Disability, Inclusion and Special Needs (DISN)
School of Education
College of Social Sciences

Elaine’s talk on autism and shame was deeply moving and insightful. She articulated complex autistic emotional experiences with such wonderful clarity and humanity, offering a perspective that felt both clinically informed and personally resonant. The talk creates space for autistic people to feel seen, understood, and treated with genuine compassion rather than judgement. Elaine speaks with true warmth, wisdom, and authenticity.

Dr John Galvin Assistant Professor (Teaching Focussed) of Psychology at the University of Warwick

07/05/2026

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