Welcome to In My Mind Psychology Retreats, where transformation and support are at the heart of our mission.
We are excited to welcome you to our Mental Health Retreats, where we offer a distinctive and transformative journey. These retreats are designed to provide you with a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life, creating a space where you can concentrate on developing effective strategies for a better life.
Our retreats are grounded in psychological, evidence-based methods and are tailored to offer specialized learning experiences. We strongly believe in a holistic approach, combining educational sessions with enjoyable activities, nature exploration, exercise and relaxation to reinforce your learning experience.
A unique aspect of our retreats is the constant availability of three experienced psychologists. Their presence ensures that you have access to professional advice and support throughout your retreat, enhancing your experience and aiding in your personal development journey.
Neurodiverse Teen Retreats
Glen Eden Estate- Hunter Valley, NSW
After the resounding success of our two sold-out Neurodiverse Teen Retreats in 2023, the overwhelming demand from both parents and teenagers for more of these transformative experiences has been truly inspiring. We're excited to announce that we've listened to your requests and have secured two additional Neurodiverse Teen Retreats for 2024. The positive impact and growth we witnessed in 2023 have motivated us to continue providing a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for neurodiverse teens. Join us in 2024 for more opportunities to thrive, connect, and embrace the unique qualities that make you extraordinary.
The Neurodiverse Teen Retreat...
has been thoughtfully designed for neurodivergent individuals, offering tailored support and services with the primary goal of fostering personal growth, improving social skills, and enhancing overall well-being. Within a safe and supportive environment, participants have the opportunity to develop essential social skills, including effective communication, navigating social interactions, and understanding social cues and boundaries, enabling them to approach various social situations with confidence.
Moreover, the retreat places a significant emphasis on the development of emotional regulation and adaptive coping strategies, equipping participants with the skills needed to manage emotions, cope with everyday challenges, and effectively navigate distressing situations. Additionally, the retreat serves as a gathering point for neurodiverse teens who share similar life experiences and challenges, offering peer support, validation, and acceptance in a nurturing atmosphere that boosts self-confidence, facilitates skill development, and fosters new social connections, thereby enhancing the overall quality of life
Short-Term Outcomes
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Participants engage in a secure and supportive environment with fellow neurodiverse individuals and specialized professionals, facilitating the exchange of stories and experiences with those who have personal knowledge of neurodiversity or are part of neurodiverse families.
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The retreat environment encourages participants to embrace their neurodiversity and culture, shedding societal norms related to neurotypical life. They engage with positive role models and experience inclusion, acceptance, and autonomy.
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Participants find relief from social isolation and establish fresh social bonds within their neurodiverse community.
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As part of the program, participants access various therapies, educational opportunities, skills development, and peer support, leading to enhanced knowledge, understanding, and training.
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Retreat attendees cultivate confidence, self-reliance, independence, and self-advocacy skills.
Medium-Term Outcomes
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Participants form lasting friendships, communicate with newfound acquaintances, and connect with other members of their neurodiverse community, resulting in increased social support, a heightened sense of belonging, enhanced social cohesion, and improved functioning within their secure neurodiverse community.
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Neurodiverse individuals become more engaged in their work environments, thanks to newfound confidence that helps them navigate the often-confusing intricacies of neurotypical behavior and social situations.
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The feelings of inclusion, acceptance, and autonomy empower participants, transforming their approach, reducing anxiety, and boosting self-esteem, ultimately leading to improved well-being.
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Participants' increased confidence opens up opportunities for them, such as volunteering, work placements, training, apprenticeships, and practical assistance and support.
Long-Term Outcomes
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Participants, supported by their newfound neurodiverse friends, become more adventurous and engaged in mainstream social and community activities. This fosters a stronger sense of connection in their broader community and provides them with the confidence and connections needed to access support networks, community services, and new opportunities for social, civic, and economic participation.
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Over time, participants experience sustained improvements in self- worth and overall well-being, leading to better mental and physical health. They actively engage in self-care and are better equipped to care for themselves and their family members.
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Participants accumulate increased confidence, community
connections, skills, knowledge, training, and independence, enhancing their readiness for economic participation, employment, and education. This also results in reduced reliance on welfare support.
Cost - please register your interest here and an information pack will be sent to you when it's available.
There are limited places!
Neurodiverse Young Adult Retreat
Nov 22-24th 2024
Glen Eden Estate- Hunter Valley, NSW
Coming Soon, a specialty retreat for adults aged 18-28 with Autism and or ADHD
