Do you struggle with miscommunication, emotional overwhelm, or shutting down when trying to connect emotionally? Many of these challenges stem from executive functioning differences and can be especially difficult when catastrophizing, shame spirals, or rejection sensitivity take over. Dr. Alison Ash and Sebastian Clarke will share tools for navigating these dynamics with more clarity, compassion, and connection - for both autistic and ADHD folks and their partners.
In this experiential workshop, we’ll cover:
Common neurodivergent challenges like time-blindness, decision fatigue, sensory overload, burnout, and masking
How executive functioning struggles can fuel resentment and breakdowns in communication
What catastrophizing, shame spiraling, and rejection sensitivity actually look like in relationships, and how to interrupt and address these painful experiences
Harmful dynamics like parent/child or manager/employee roles that can lead to fawning and resentment, and how to shift into more mutual connection
Strategies for reducing the emotional and logistical toll of neurodiverse and neurotypical differences while fostering teamwork, trust, and intimacy
Whether you're currently partnered or want to prepare for future relationships, you'll leave with strategies and tools to prevent misattunements, reduce conflict, and co-create resilient relationships that honor how each of your unique brains functions best.
Note: This workshop is part of a two-part series. We also invite you to join Neurodivergent Sexuality: Enhancing Pleasure on July 29th — a recommended (but not required) companion workshop.
Reviews
“Dr. Aly’s compassion and confidence puts rooms of strangers at ease, even while her workshops take you boldly to the most intimate of places. With her expert knowledge, personal skills and creative approaches, she is a gifted facilitator and guide.”- J.W.
“I've taken two workshops led by Dr. Aly. Each has been captivating, informative, interactive, and fun. She has given us the tools and confidence to explore previously uncharted territory and forge a deeper connection. Nearly a year later, we are still referencing the invaluable resources from her class.” - J.D.
Additional details
* Tickets are not refundable. They may be transferred to another individual but not to a future event.
* I offer one volunteer ticket per event, and while I appreciate those that love to be of service, I ask that you save this opportunity for those who require financial assistance to be able to attend. You may also apply for a sliding scale ticket.
* Please take an at-home antigen test on the day of the workshop and take a photo of your results. Tests can also be purchased at the door for $10. If you are feeling unwell or develop symptoms, please stay home. Masks will be optional.
*I welcome folks of all genders, sexual orientations, relationship structures, ages, body types, abilities, races, and ethnicities.
*This venue is partially accessible. The workshop space is wheelchair accessible, but the bathrooms are not. There is a gender inclusive bathroom on site.