Neurodivergent Support Groups for ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD
In-person in San Jose, California & Virtual across California and Florida
Find Your Neurodivergent Circle
Our small, 60-minute support groups offer a space to connect with others who share similar lived experiences. Each group is intentionally designed to feel safe, affirming, and grounded—so you can show up as yourself without masking or performance.
Current & Upcoming Group Offerings
For Teens (Middle & High School)
Support for navigating social dynamics, identity development, emotional regulation, and self-advocacy.
For Young Adults
Groups focused on transitions into independence, college, career, and building a sustainable sense of self.
For Adults
Spaces to process burnout, relationships, identity, and creating a life that aligns with your needs and capacity.
For Parents & Caregivers
Community-centered groups for building your toolkit, sharing experiences, and feeling supported in your parenting journey.
Interested in a specific group? Email us at info@brightmane.com with the group you’re interested in to be added to the waitlist and be the first to know when it launches.
Investment: $150 per 60-minute session. Groups are limited to 4-6 members.
Testimonials
"Me uní al grupo de padres de habla hispana sin saber qué esperar. Lo que encontré fue un espacio lleno de padres que me entendían — las preocupaciones, los logros, el agotamiento, la alegría. He aprendido tanto de sus experiencias, y por primera vez, no siento que estoy navegando esto sola."
- Madre, Los Ángeles
"For a long time, I struggled to connect with other kids. Something always felt off. In the group, being around others who have similar interests as me just felt... natural. I didn't have to try so hard. I actually made several new friends."
- Teen, virtual group
"I didn't feel any pressure to perform — the group was intimate and relaxed, nothing like those large settings where I usually feel overwhelmed. I learned I'm not the only one with this operating system: the pattern recognition, deep empathy, social battery that drains fast. Even the stigma I carried about medication started to fade. It's been a genuinely great experience."
- Adult, in-person
FAQ
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All of our groups are led by Brightmane Neurodivergent Guides — facilitators who have lived experience as someone with ADHD, autism, or AuDHD. They get it because they live it. Our guides are located across Florida, the Bay Area, and Los Angeles, and many of our groups are also offered in Spanish.
Todos nuestros grupos son guiados por Guías Neurodivergente de Brightmane — facilitadores con experiencia vivida como personas con TDAH, autismo o AuDHD. Lo entienden porque lo viven. Nuestros guías están ubicados en Florida, el Área de la Bahía y Los Ángeles, y muchos de nuestros grupos también se ofrecen en español.
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Both! We offer in-person groups in various locations and virtual groups so you can connect from wherever you are. Groups are available in both English and Spanish — just let us know your preference.
¡Ambos! Ofrecemos grupos en persona en varias ubicaciones y grupos virtuales para que puedas conectarte desde donde estés. Los grupos están disponibles tanto en inglés como en español — solo dinos tu preferencia.
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Not at all. Our groups are for anyone who resonates with the neurodivergent experience — whether you're formally diagnosed, self-identified, exploring, or simply know this space feels like home.
Para nada. Nuestros grupos son para cualquier persona que resuene con la experiencia neurodivergente — ya sea que tengas un diagnóstico formal, seas autodientificado, estés explorando, o simplemente sepas que este espacio se siente como hogar.
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Our groups are offered in both English and Spanish. When you email us about a specific group, just let us know your language preference and we'll get you connected to the right one.
Nuestros grupos se ofrecen tanto en inglés como en español. Cuando nos escribas sobre un grupo específico, solo dinos tu preferencia de idioma y te conectaremos con el grupo adecuado.
