Our Classes and Groups

Each therapy group needs to be booked through the provider hosting them. If it can be booked through the center, you will find a link for booking under the class description.

All classes and groups are held at the NeuroBloom Center unless specifically noted it is in another location. Please always double check your appointment reminders or contact your group leader.

AAC Foundations for Families

Andrea, MA, CCC, SLP - Peak Speaks

Introduction and overview to all things AAC Whether you are brand new to using communication devices or you are wanting more information, this is the 101 course you are looking for!

TD &TS Support Group

Calial, MA, LMHC, CAS

2nd Saturday of the Month 2-3pm

Starts: November 14th

Cost: $25 per family

Register: calial@mccartytherapysolutions.com

Support group for individuals and their families with Tourette Syndrome or Tic Disorders. Through art therapy and narrative approaches we will work together to build confidence, resiliency and copings skills.

Communication for All

Play communication group for young AAC, ASL, PECs and more users who want applied communication use with interaction and play with other communicators like themselves.

Coming Soon 

Neuro-Complex PCIT

Calial, MA, LMHC, CAS

October 17th, 24th, November 7th, 14th

9am-10am

Located in NeuroBloom Group Space

Cost: Course total $200

Register: calial@mccartytherapysolutions.com

This 4 session course is for parents/caregivers and their child to gain a deeper connection and understanding with each other. We are going to gain love and understanding through neurodivergent play, practice compassion through connection, build lasting affirming skills, and learn neuro-affirming social development.

Makeup for all Faces

NeuroBloom Staff

October 24th, 2026

2pm-4pm

Register: https://neurobloomcenter.pike13.com/group_classes

Make up class for all levels, all faces, and all ages! This will be held by NeuroBloom Center with the help of many amazing individuals of all skilled backgrounds. Make up is for every face and every person. Let’s get fabulous.

Lauren Barkley, LDT, CALT

Every Other Friday 11:30am-12:30pm

Starts: October 15th, 2026

Cost $25 per group (see membership info for more details)

Books Included

Register: horizons.learning.solutions@gmail.com

Book Club

Book club can be accessed in person and through an interactive board at the center. Meetings will be held once a month and if you would rather follow along without joining the meetings that works too! Books will be provided free of charge to those who have Bloom Memberships.

Reading Support for Youth

Lauren Barkley, M.Ed, CALT, LDT and certificated elementary educator

Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30am-11am

Starts: October 13th, 2026

For Ages: All

Register:

horizons.learning.solutions@gmail.com

Does your child struggle with reading acquisition, written expression, and/or spelling? If your child needs a different approach, this class is for them! Lauren Barkley is a seasoned educator and Certified Academic Language Therapist who specializes in using the Orton-Gillingham approach in order to make literacy skills memorable and accessible regardless of diagnosis. Please reach out if you have questions as classes will be designed specifically for your child’s needs.

PDA Parents and Caregivers Support Group

Sara Ayars, SLP 

Tuesdays 11am-12pm

Starts: September 22nd, 2026

Register: sweeney.sara@gmail.com

This is a support group for parents and caregivers of kiddos who have a PDA profile. Your child can be of any age and at any stage, and with or without an official recognition of the profile by a professional. This is led by a professional who specializes in the profile, but is a parent to a PDA child themselves! If you know, you know!

Neuro-affirming play group for professionally or self identified PDA youth from 6-10 years old. Hosted by PDA specialist, parents are encouraged to stay and engage with the group but it is not required. Parents need to stay in the building but are not required to join group. This group will be held in the play room located at NeuroBloom Center.

Calial McCarty, LMHC, CAS

Sundays 10am-11am , Starts Oct 18th

Register: calial@mccartytherapysolutions.com

Play and PDA

Youth Autistic Support

Neuro-affirming support group for autistic youth who are looking for connection and understanding. In this group we will help you learn about yourself, strategies for things that you find hard in your everyday life, and skills for navigating a world that is not always affirming for all neurotypes.

This is for Ages 12-15 and 16-18

Host coming soon

Late Identified/Adult Autistic Support Group

Shlomit Smargon, PsyD

Starts: October 8th

Every other Thursday 4pm-5pm

Cost: $25

Register: shlomitsmargon542@gmail.com

Support Group for all adults who have had their neurodivergence identified later in life, self-identified, or have been well understanding of their autistic neurotype for a long time.

We know the difficulty, grief, and relief that comes with finding the constant flow of new information about yourself and the constant changes that we navigate daily. We are here to support and walk this journey with you.

New to Parenting Disabilities

Calial, MA, LMHC, CAS

Coming Soon

Support group for parents who are brand new to parenting kids with disabilities of all types. Whether you are navigating autism for the first time, or medical complexities, this is a great place to start.

Teens & ADHD

Being a teen with ADHD comes with unique strengths and challenges; you don’t have to navigate these alone. Our teen ADHD support group provides a fun, supportive, and neuro-affirming space where teens can connect with peers, build confidence, share experiences, and learn practical strategies for school, friendships, emotions, and everyday life.

This group celebrates each teen’s individual way of thinking and culture, all while fostering connection, self-understanding, and resilience.

Ages 13-17

Becca Pope, LMHCA

Trans & Gender Diverse Support Group

A welcoming, affirming space for transgender, non-binary, gender-diverse, and gender-questioning individuals to connect, share experiences, and build community. This group offers a supportive environment where all can explore identity, celebrate authenticity, navigate challenges, and receive encouragement from others who understand and come from lived experience. Whether you’re newly exploring your gender or have been on your journey for years, you are welcome here - just as you are.

This is for Ages 18-25

Grace Nyblade, LICSW
Grace Nyblade, LICSW

Mondays or Tuesdays 4-5pm

Begins September 21st, 2026

Location: NeuroBloom Group Room

Cost: $75 per group session

Neuro-affirming DBT

Our Neuro-Affirming DBT group reimagines Dialectical Behavior Therapy through a neurodiversity-affirming lens. Rather than focusing on changing who you are, this group helps you build practical skills for navigating emotions, relationships, stress, and everyday challenges while honoring your neurotype and lived experiences.

Together, we’ll explore mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness in a supportive, inclusive space where authenticity is encouraged and differences are celebrated.

Becca Pope, LMHCA

Adult ADHD support group

Living with ADHD can be both rewarding and challenging. Our adult ADHD support group offers a welcoming, judgement-free space where adults can connect with others who understand the unique experiences of ADHD in adulthood. Together we will share strategies, celebrate strengths and wins, navigate the everyday challenges, and build an affirming community. Whether you are newly diagnosed, self-identified, or have been living with ADHD for years, you’re welcome here and we can’t wait to meet you.

Kids Dungeons & Dragons

Trans & Gender Diverse Support Group

Calial McCarty, MA, LMHC, CAS

Starts: November 3rd

Every other Tuesday 3pm-4pm

Cost: $25 per session

Register: calial@mccartytherapysolutions.com

A welcoming, affirming space for transgender, non-binary, gender-diverse, and gender-questioning youth to connect, share experiences, and build community. This group offers a supportive environment where all can explore identity, celebrate authenticity, navigate challenges, and receive encouragement from others who understand and come from lived experience. Whether you’re newly exploring your gender or have been on your journey for years, you are welcome here - just as you are.

This is for Ages 12 and under

Neuro-affirming DBT

Have a love for Pokémon? So do we! Come join others who have a special interest in the things you do. This is a safe place to learn about Pokémon, talk about cards, talk about your card collection with others and so much more.

This is For Ages 18 and under

Knit, Crochet, and Stich like a…boss

Bryli Blankenship 

Starts: October 24th

Every other Saturday 10am-12pm

** 10am Beginner friendly with learning and guided projects

**11am Social Time and space to work on any project you like, for all skill levels

Cost: One time material fee $8

Register: <a href="https://neurobloomcenter.pike13.com/group_classes/366927?utm_campaign=ClientReferral&utm_medium=website&utm_content=button&utm_term=FD%20Share&utm_source=neurobloomcenter" target="_blank">Crochet and Knitting for Beginners</a>