Autism Kent

07/10/2025

Many autistic girls grow up feeling isolated, never having the chance to meet another autistic girl who truly understands them.
Through our peer support groups, we’re changing that: building safe, affirming spaces where autistic girls and non-binary young people can connect, share, and thrive.
From 8–15 October, your donation will be DOUBLED thanks to the Big Give, meaning you can make twice the difference in helping us take peer support even further.

Find out more here - https://bit.ly/AGNBIGGIVE
Together we can change the story!

Big Give

03/10/2025

What we see on the outside doesn’t always reflect how someone feels inside. We work to create safe spaces where individuals are able to unmask if they wish and educate about differences in being and communicating.

02/10/2025

02/10/2025

Join us for Harbour Hangout!

A place for neurodivergent adults to come and relax, play games, chat or just take part in your own hobby alongside others.

There is food and drink available to purchase at the cafe downstairs.

No need to book - just turn up!

30/09/2025

🌟 Free Talk: Supporting Autistic Young People with Becoming Independent 🌟
Are you the parent or carer of an autistic young person who’s preparing to leave home for University, College or independent living? Or maybe you’d like to help your young person grow more independent while still living at home?

It’s natural to feel both hopeful and worried about this transition. This free one hour talk with Dr Sirja van Zyl will give you practical advice and clear next steps to support your young person on their journey.

✨ What we’ll cover:
✔️ Common worries parents have when a young person leaves home
✔️ The key skills to focus on before the move
✔️ Supporting your young person in making friends and settling in
✔️ Managing money and spending
✔️ Understanding what support they’re entitled to
✔️ Staying connected after the move
There will also be time for your questions.
📅 Wednesday, 1st of October. 1pm – 2pm (GMT+1)
📍 online
💡 Open to parents and carers of neurodivergent young people
Booking link in the comments: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1325073774329?aff=oddtdtcreator

24/09/2025

We were very pleased to receive this review today, and wanted to share it here.

"It took me a while to write this review, I couldn't find the right words to explain just how amazing Autism Kent are, I still can't to be fair, nothing I say does them enough justice.

After fighting for a diagnosis for so long and not getting anywhere we were feeling rather deflated. Dr Robb and her team went above and beyond and were very thorough but also very calming and patient at the same time.

If anyone finds themselves in a similar situation and you don't know where to turn for assistance, Autism Kent are truly phenomenal."

05/09/2025

We've updated our 'Back to school' online hub with new resources for this year 👇

If you're a parent or carer of a child with SEND, our hub is full of useful legal guides and resources to help you navigate the start of a new school year. From what to do if your child doesn't have a school place, to transport and exclusions, we cover a range of topics all in one easy place.

🔗 Explore the hub here: https://www.ipsea.org.uk/pages/category/back-to-school-hub

Plus, join our free 'Back to school' webinar this Wednesday (27 August). Places are still available, or you can request the recording if you can't make it live: https://www.ipsea.org.uk/join-our-free-webinar-back-to-school

04/09/2025

SNAAP Youth Group Zone Out, will be on this evening, if you want to come along, book via, bookwhen.com/snaap

Any questions, please contact Katie at clubs@snaap.org.uk

04/09/2025

We still have quite a few spaces left on this workshop on Monday! If you or someone you know is struggling to find work that suits their strengths, struggling with the interview and recruitment process, or would just like to get some insight into how to find a career that fits, please do book a place! Recommended for neurodivergent young adults 18-25 but if you're a lil older, it will be ok to join!

Anto is such a brilliant psychologist, so knowledgable about autism and ADHD, she takes a really neuroaffirming approach.

For only £3 (+ Eventbrite fee), this is such a great opportunity!

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1551987760169?aff=oddtdtcreator

04/09/2025

Due to popular demand Forest School is back!!

Thank you to Dartford Masonic Club for subsidising this event.
Please using the link or QR code below.

01/07/2025

What’s beneath the surface?

When a child masks their true thoughts or feelings, what we see on the surface may only be a fraction of the story.

They might appear calm, quiet, compliant — even thriving — but underneath?
There could be a tangle of worry, exhaustion, overwhelm and unmet needs.

The Iceberg Model helps us explore what’s driving that anxiety below the surface:
• Fear of being judged
• Sensory overload
• Perfectionism
• Social exhaustion
• Need for control in an unpredictable world
… and so much more.

This week, we’re diving deeper into the invisible struggles of children who mask — because understanding what’s underneath is the first step in helping them feel truly safe.

Watch this space for our range of posts by and gentle strategies to support what’s unseen.

01/07/2025

We can be found on the National Autistic Society services directory

Diagnostic assessment therapy service for children (age 8+) and adults. The multidisciplinary assessment includes screening, face to face interview, observations, review of information from education/other services, and a detailed report of our findings and recommendations tailored to individual nee...