Autistic Adults Support Group
ABOUT THE THERAPIST Nahime Aguirre, MA, LSW will be hosting a virtual social support group for autistic adults throughout Illinois. After her own diagnosis as an autistic adult, Nahime has learned and applied research-based mental health supports for other autistic adults. Together with her clients, Nahime works to support sensory integration into mental health therapy. She helps ASD adults feel better in their own skin by working on integrating disability empowerment, sensory affirmation, and community in their daily lives.
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Astute Counseling & Wellness Services
3001 North Southport Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
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Astute Counseling & Wellness Services
3001 North Southport Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
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Mindfullness Groups- Meditation, Movement and Yoga
Mindfulness exercises are ways of paying attention to the present moment using techniques like meditation, breathing, and yoga. Training helps people to become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and body sensations so that instead of being overwhelmed by them, they’re better able to manage them. Allowing the mind to slow and settle through meditation and present moment awareness. Also facilitating the mind-body connection creating a safe, calming and warm atmosphere with guided relaxation. Conscious breathing practices that are calming for body, mind, and heart and activate the relaxation response and allow for emotional release.