Autistically YOU!
“Empowering and Supporting Autistic and Neurodivergent Women to Thrive and Embrace their Authentic Self”
A mental health and autistic wellbeing self-paced program, journal and workbook, informed by evidence-based research, and underpinned by self-compassion, autistic connectedness, & autistic wellness.
Welcome to the “Autistically YOU!” self-paced program, journal + workbook, specifically designed for Autistic and Neurodivergent Women.
This journal + workbook is grounded in research and focuses on using strengths-based strategies to enhance mental health and wellbeing. Nat has studied the literature specifically on autistic women/autism in women, and picked out the importance ‘you-outta-know-stuff’ on HOW we can flourish as autistic women.
Created and facilitated by Nat, an Autistic ADHD woman with a BA in Psychology, Grad Cert in Autism Studies, and Grad Cert in Mental Health, and with extensive experience in mental health coaching and trauma-informed practices, the program is all about celebrating YOU!
The Autistically YOU! Journal + Activity Book fosters self-compassion, autistic wellness, and connectedness. Here’s a breakdown of the topics:
Introduction to SMART goals, setting intentions, and self-care: Learn how to set realistic goals and prioritise self-care.
Boundaries and Self-compassion: Understand the importance of setting boundaries and practicing self-kindness in a neuro-affirming way.
Discovering your Ikigai: Dive into life audits and value assessments to find your true purpose.
Finding your purpose: Use affirmations to reinforce your newfound purpose in life as your authentic self.
Neurodivergent in Nature: Explore the benefits of nature and the positive impact it has on our mental health and wellbeing.
Positive Psychology: Focus on positive psychology techniques to enhance your overall wellbeing, that you can easily incorporate into your daily life.
Please note: these sessions are designed to support autistic / neurodivergent women. The sessions are not meant to replace any professional therapy, but rather, to give autistic women an opportunity to discuss topics related to being an autistic woman on the spectrum, whilst learning how to feel empowered as an autistic woman.
Autistically YOU! will transform your neurodivergent journey… for the better!
This program is specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of Autistic / ADHD/ AuDHD women, drawing on Nat’s personal experiences and extensive research. The core philosophy of Autistically YOU! is to celebrate, embrace and nurture your true self.
This holistic program/journal + workbook is designed to support the mental health and wellbeing of autistic women in a 100% neuro-affirming environment. It proves a safe, non-judgmental space for exploring your autistic identity, whether you are newly diagnosed, further along in your autism journey, or simply questioning your neurodivergence. The program emphasizes the importance of self-love and self-honour, encouraging participants to celebrate their uniqueness and thrive as autistic individuals.
Autistically YOU! is ideal for autistic women who are eager to learn about self-care, mental health, and wellbeing from an autistic perspective. It offers valuable tips, techniques and strategies to help you flourish. While these sessions are designed to support and connect autistic women, they are not intended to replace professional therapy. Instead, they provide an empowering space for discussion and connection, fostering a sense of belonging and understanding in a neurotypical world.
Whether you are newly diagnosed, self-diagnosed, or formally diagnosed, you are never alone on your neurodivergent journey.
What you will gain from the Autistically YOU! self-paced program/journal + workbook
This is a program that has the potential to change your life as a neurodivergent woman.
Once you have completed the self-paced program/journal + workbook, you will gain:
Clarity and insight on WHY it is important to celebrate and embrace your uniqueness - connect with other autistic women, your neurokin, and feel empowered in a community that truly understands you.
How to SELF-CARE the neurodivergent way! Understand the importance of self-care, the what, the when, the how and the why.
Strategies that will help you REDUCE your anxiety, stress and depression - learn effective techniques to help manage your mental health.
Increased SELF-CONFIDENCE and ACCEPTANCE - gain a deeper understanding of yourself to help you flourish.
Enhanced QUALITY of LIFE - this is a biggy for us neurodivergent folk. Research shows our mental health and wellbeing is generally lower than the non-autistic/neuro-normative population. This program will help to IMPROVE your overall QOL by using tools and strategies specifically for autistic women.
STRENGTH in IDENTIFYING as autistic - Identify and celebrate your individual strengths, allowing yourself to SHINE in your OWN WAY.
SELF-COMPASSION - Learn how to give yourself more self-kindness that you deserve!
SUPPORT and BELONGING - find support and learn from other autistic women, through a shared lived experience and belonging. Belonging is more than just fitting in!
EMBRACE your IDENTITY -Accept and embrace your autistic identity, so that you can flourish.
EXPERT GUIDANCE - I GET YOU! I truly do. Who better than to facilitate a program for autistic women BY an autistic woman! As well as lived experience, Nat also has qualifications in psychology, autism and mental health.
Find you TRIBE - Hallelujah! Know that you ARE NOT alone in your neurodivergent journey, no matter what age or stage you are at.
The finer details…
Autistically YOU! is a self-paced program, that also includes the journal + workbook.
Once you enrol in the program, you will receive the Autistically YOU! Journal + Workbook as a PDF
Topics include self-compassion, autistic wellness, mindfulness techniques, practical exercises and more
The program is neuro-affirming, meaning, it affirms your neurotype and embraces you for who you are
The program may be funded under the NDIS, if it aligns with your goals (e.g. understanding autism, building self-awareness, engaging in the community, improving your mental health…) but it is highly recommended that you check with your support coordinator or NDIS planner
The program must be paid in full to gain access. An invoice will be emailed for confirmation. If you are an NDIS participant, please email the invoice/receipt as proof of enrolment, for reimbursement.
The cost of the self-paced program and Autistically YOU! Journal + Workbook is $50
Join Nat today!
Invest in your mental health and wellbeing today!
What you receive:
~ Access to the self-paced program, allowing you to learn at a pace that suits you
~ Access to one free online Zoom session with the author and creator of the program, Nat Garmson
~ a PDF of the Journal + Workbook, available for you to print and fill out
The program may also be funded through the NDIS (your goal/s must align with the programs content). Please refer to your Support Coordinator/NDIS planner for confirmation.
Sign up now and embark on a journey of self-discovery, connection, and empowerment with “Autistically YOU!”
Session 5.
Books (or Apps) that Inspire Us.
Bring along a book (or books/eBook/audio book) or share an App that inspires you if you would like to share with the group. Maybe it is a book or App that has helped you along your autistic journey of self-discovery, or maybe it is a book or App about autism, belonging, empowerment, self-care. I have a few favourites I will bring along! It might help to have a notebook and pen if you would like to write them down! I love a good book (or App!)
Session 4.
Support Groups in Australia for Autistic Women
In today’s session, we discuss support groups for autistic women. Both in Australia and overseas, including online, and through social media. How can we gain the most benefit from joining (or following) support groups and other professionals without becoming overwhelmed with tmi (too much information)!
Session 3.
The importance of self-care (health and wellbeing)
What is self-care? What does self-care look like and feel like for you? What do you do for yourself?
In todays session we discuss self-care and the importance of finding the time to de-stress, relax, and ground yourself… however, the first step in your self-care routine is knowing yourself! Self-care for autistic women is an important part in helping to prevent overflow, that point of exhaustion and shutdown.
Session 2.
Passions and Interests
Today we share our passions / interests.
What are your strengths? What makes you light up or get super-excited? Lets explore what this means to you further…
Autistic people often have a special interest or passion, something we usually have in-depth knowledge of. Mine is gardening (lets talk all things plant related), psychology & researching!
Please bring along an example of your special interest/passion!
Session 1.
Meet & Greet.
Come and say ‘hi’. In todays session, we introduce ourselves. Share as much or as little as you like. By sharing our stories, in a relaxed, safe and non-judgemental environment, we help others to know you are not alone, through empowerment, support and connection.