Support Group for Parents of Neurodivergent Teens

Neurodivergent teens experience and interact with the world in beautifully unique ways, which can sometimes bring challenges for parents seeking to support them through life’s twists and turns. This free, bi-weekly virtual support group provides a warm and affirming space for parents to share their experiences, access helpful resources, and connect with others on a similar journey. Whether you’re facing tough conversations or simply looking for a space to feel understood, we are here to support you every step of the way.

This is a virtual group that meets bi-weekly on Wednesdays from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., beginning on January 29.

Group dates: 1/29, 2/12, 2/26, 3/12, 3/26, 4/9, 4/30, 5/14, 5/28, 6/11

*The group will not meet on 4/23 due to FCPS spring break.

About Shannon Wise, Mm, ms

Shannon is a Resident in Counseling with a Master of Music degree in vocal performance and a Master of Science degree in pastoral counseling. She creates a spiritually inclusive and affirming space for individuals, couples, and groups, celebrating the sacred worth and diversity of all people—embracing differences in age, race, culture, gender, and sexual orientation.

She is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).

As a parent of three children, Shannon understands the complexities of parenting, marriage, and career discernment. Through her own experiences—including the transition to almost empty nesting—the arts have been a constant source of strength, self-expression, and healing during times of change and challenge. Shannon integrates this personal understanding into her therapeutic work, using creative approaches to help individuals navigate their own transitions, find meaning, build resilience, and tap into their unique strengths during periods of uncertainty or growth.

Shannon specializes in working with stress management, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, life transitions, neurodiversity, parenting support, marital and family conflict, career and identity discernment, spiritual exploration, religious trauma, and the challenges faced by the “sandwich generation.”

To learn more about this support group or to register for upcoming group sessions, please reach out to us directly.

We look forward to supporting you!