Compass Psychology

Many adults, especially women, recognize ADHD in themselves for the first time when their child is diagnosed, leading them to look back at their own childhood experiences. When were you diagnosed with, or began to suspect that you had ADHD? 🧠🗯️

CBC is investigating the experience of families on waitlists for the Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program as well as families benefiting from FSCD supports here in Alberta.

This is an important opportunity to help build a clearer picture of how access to supports and barriers to access are affecting families, and to ensure these experiences are better understood.

If you are interested in sharing your experience with the CBC, we would encourage you to fill out the CBC's short survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmMs0MBp0c2YLv2hnF-qhFIZ48RmCbYDLFh98z1lYkDYZSMg/viewform?usp=header

We need your survey input!
Are you an adult with or a and have considered disclosing at work in order to receive accommodations?

We're in the process of developing workplace disclosure supports and are welcoming your lived experience in shaping them.

The survey is short, anonymous and we're welcoming stories from all across Canada!

Click the link: Your Workplace Disclosure Experience Survey
https://forms.gle/s2HK5S5NZVfyiqpV6

In our next Women's Group, we will be discussing various aspects of different types of relationships, such as:
💛 Family relationships
💛 Workplace relationships
💛 Romantic relationships
💛 Friendships and making friends
💛 And more!

Join us: Thursday, May 7
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW)

Over 18, Autistic and neurodivergent folks who identify as women or who connect with experiences of women, non-binary, and other 2SLGBTQ+ identities and expressions are welcome.

This is intended to be a supportive, non-clinical space to discuss and share ideas, lived experiences and connect meaningfully with others. Boundaries exist to ensure participants can share openly without explanation, justification or judgement.

Visit our website to learn more and register, if desired: https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/womens-group-peer-support-for-18-3/

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We’re thrilled to offer a group designed specifically for Autistic and neurodivergent adults (18+) who identify as women or who connect with experiences of womanhood.*

In our next session, we'll discuss different aspects of being Autistic and what that means and looks like in daily life.

Participants are welcome to share lived experiences and discuss strategies that have been helpful for them in such areas as:
💠 Regulation
💠 Communication
💠 Lifestyle
💠 Exploring interests
💠 Finding community
💠 And more!

Join us:
Tuesday, April 14
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW)

Visit our website to learn more about this group: https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/womens-group-peer-support-for-18-2/

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Alberta Health Services's Provincial Virtual Children’s Rehabilitation team is hosting an online event in honour of Autism Awareness Day!

Running from March 30th to April 2nd they'll be covering many topics from sleep to social interactions.

Check out their poster for more info or to see their full schedule and register here:
https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Topic/pediatric-rehabilitation/Pages/webinars.aspx

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NEW LEARNING SESSION!

Autism 101
April 1st
11:30 am to 1 pm

This session explores what autism is and how autistic individuals may experience, communicate with, and interact with the world around them.

Autism 101 provides a foundational introduction to autism and neurodiversity. This session explores what autism is and how autistic individuals may experience, communicate with, and interact with the world around them.

Participants will gain a basic understanding of:
• What autism is and common characteristics of autism
• How autistic individuals may experience and process sensory information
• Why communication and interaction may differ
• How visual supports can help with understanding and communication
• Practical ways to support autistic individuals in everyday settings

This session is ideal for parents, educators, service providers, employers, and community members who want to build a stronger understanding of autism and learn simple ways to create more supportive and inclusive environments. This is also an excellent session for recently diagnosed autistic individuals (or people who suspect they are).

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/autism-101-understanding-autism-and-neurodiversity-tickets-1985525553379?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Register for our 8th Annual Practical Tips Event on March 23rd, 2026.

** Presentation: Transition into Adulthood**
This panel, comprised of caregivers of autistic adults, will discuss their experiences and perspective on the barriers and facilitators their family encountered when navigating the transition into adulthood.

Presented by Lori Fankhanel, Dr. Jackie Ryan, Kim Gleason, and Kathryn Burke

All of our in-person spots have been reserved but you can still attend virtually from the comfort of your home!

If you would like to register for our practical tips day on March 23rd, please follow this link:
https://forms.gle/ubmx6SmFMHmRZoS4A
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The experiences of Autistic and neurodivergent women are unique in that many women are misdiagnosed or missed entirely through the diagnostic process until later in life.

We’re thrilled to offer a new group opportunity designed specifically for Autistic and neurodivergent adults (18+) who identify as women or who connect with experiences of womanhood.*

Together, we'll explore:
➡️ Autism and gender differences
➡️ How these things affect presentation, diagnosis, and stereotypes, and
➡️ How we can remove barriers and stereotypes.

Join us:
Tuesday, March 17
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW)

Please note: this is not intended to be a therapy group, but rather, a supportive, non-clinical space to discuss and share ideas, lived experiences, and connect meaningfully with others.

*Participants who are non-binary and other 2SLGBTQ+ identities and expressions are welcome. Our intention is that this is a safe space where attendees are able to share openly without explanation, justification, or judgement.

Visit our website to learn more: https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/womens-group-peer-support-for-18/