Adaptive Minds for Teens
Strengthening executive functioning, social confidence, and everyday independence.
For Neurodivergent Teens 13+ | Thursdays 6:45-8:15pm
About the Group
Adaptive Minds is a strengths-based therapeutic group designed to help neurodivergent teens develop the executive functioning and social skills they need to become more confident, independent, and successful in everyday life. As teens grow older, they face increasing expectations for organization, planning, independence, communication, and navigating more complex social situations.
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Through hands-on activities, collaborative challenges, strategy games, real-world problem-solving, and guided discussions, participants develop practical skills they can use at school, at home, in the community, and as they prepare for the transition into adulthood.
Adaptive Minds emphasizes learning by doing. Teens work together to solve challenges, plan projects, practise communication, reflect on their experiences, and apply new strategies to meaningful, real-life situations. The group also provides opportunities to build friendships, develop leadership skills, and gain confidence in a supportive, neurodiversity-affirming environment.
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Focus Areas
Organization and planning
Time management and prioritization
Task initiation and follow-through
Flexible thinking and problem-solving
Self Management and impulsivity
Self-awareness and understanding personal strengths
Social communication and conversation skills
Perspective-taking and social problem-solving
Friendship development and relationship skills
Self-advocacy and independent decision-making
Leadership, teamwork, and collaboration
Confidence, resilience, and everyday independence
Teens leave each session with practical strategies they can immediately apply in their daily lives while strengthening executive functioning, building meaningful social connections, and developing the confidence and independence needed to navigate adolescence and beyond.
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Adaptive Minds is grounded in evidence-informed practices drawn from the fields of developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, educational psychology, behavioural science and recent executive functioning research.
The program incorporates practical, experiential learning opportunities that help teens strengthen planning, organization, self-monitoring, flexible thinking, emotional regulation, communication, and problem-solving skills in real-world contexts.
Registration & Program Information
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Location:
Willow Tree Mind & Wellness
145 Main Street, TorontoProgram Schedule:
Weekly on Thursdays 6:45–8:15 p.m.
Fall TermSeptember 17–December 17, 2026
14 weekly sessionsWinter Term
January 7–March 25, 2027
12 weekly sessionsSpring Term
April 8–June 24, 2027
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Adaptive Minds may be a good fit for neurodivergent teens who:
Are 13+
Struggle with organization, planning or time management
Have difficulty starting, completing or prioritizing tasks
Become overwhelmed by changes, setbacks or unexpected situations
Have difficulty understanding social situations or other perspectives
Want to build confidence, independence or self-advocacy skills
Are looking to make friends in a supported environment.
Have ADHD, autism or other exceptionalities.
No formal diagnosis is required, however the group is specifically designed for neurodivergent teens with Autism and ADHD. A brief intake helps us determine whether the program is the right fit for each teen.
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Investment
Our Clinical Groups Start at $100 per 90min Session
Commitment to the full term of enrolment s required upon registration.Fall Term (14 weeks): $1,400
Winter Term (12 weeks): $1,200
Spring Term (12 weeks): $1,200
Save with Annual Registration
Register for the full school year and receive 10% off all sessions.
See our Program Fees & Registration Guide for full term pricing, payment options, and funding information. -
Core Clinical Services / AccessOAP Funding Eligible
Insurance coverage eligible for Registered Social Work (RSW).
Registration
Select your desired program term below (School year or Specific Term) and click Register Now.
Complete the Program Registration Form.
Once submitted, the program will automatically be added to your shopping cart.
Proceed to Checkout to complete your first session payment and reserve your child's spot.
Once we receive your registration form and first session payment, our Intake Team will contact you to complete the remaining intake documentation and onboarding process.
If you have any questions or need assistance at any point, please contact us at intake@willowtree-mindwellness.ca.
Choose Your Registration Options
Please note: The prices displayed below represent the first session payment only, which secures your child's spot in the program.
The Remaining program fees will be invoiced after each session.
School year and Term Based Enrolment available Below
School Year Registration
(September 2026 – June 2027)
Thursdays • 6:45–8:15 PM • September 17th, 2026 – June 24th, 2027 (38 weeks) • Ages 13–17
📍 145 Main Street, Toronto
Includes: all session in Fall 2026, Winter 2027 and Spring 2027 Terms.
A therapist-led social and executive functioning group for autistic and neurodivergent teens ages 13–17 that helps build confidence, independence, emotional regulation, flexible thinking, organization, problem-solving, and meaningful social connections through engaging activities, real-life skill building, collaborative projects, and guided discussions.
School-Year Registration Benefits
✔ Guaranteed placement for the full school year
✔ Consistent support and uninterrupted skill development
✔ Reduced annual rate of $90 per session (Save $190 over the school year.)
✔ No need to re-register each term
✔ Greater opportunity to develop executive functioning, social confidence, independence, and meaningful peer relationships throughout the school year
Please note: Today's payment reserves your teen's place in the program and covers their first session. The remaining program fees will be invoiced after each session.
Thursdays • 6:45–8:15 PM • September 17th, 2026 – June 24th, 2027 (38 weeks) • Ages 13–17
📍 145 Main Street, Toronto
Includes: all session in Fall 2026, Winter 2027 and Spring 2027 Terms.
A therapist-led social and executive functioning group for autistic and neurodivergent teens ages 13–17 that helps build confidence, independence, emotional regulation, flexible thinking, organization, problem-solving, and meaningful social connections through engaging activities, real-life skill building, collaborative projects, and guided discussions.
School-Year Registration Benefits
✔ Guaranteed placement for the full school year
✔ Consistent support and uninterrupted skill development
✔ Reduced annual rate of $90 per session (Save $190 over the school year.)
✔ No need to re-register each term
✔ Greater opportunity to develop executive functioning, social confidence, independence, and meaningful peer relationships throughout the school year
Please note: Today's payment reserves your teen's place in the program and covers their first session. The remaining program fees will be invoiced after each session.
Term Based Registration
First Session Fit Guarantee
We want every child to feel comfortable and supported. If, after attending the first session, you don't feel the program is the right fit for your child, you are under no obligation to continue with the remainder of the term.
Enrol for the Fall 2026 Term
Weekly on Thursdays • 6:45–8:15 PM
September 17th – December 17th, 2026 (14 weeks)
Thursdays • 6:45–8:15 PM • September 17th – December 17th, 2026 (14 weeks) • Ages 13–17
📍 145 Main Street, Toronto
A therapist-led social and executive functioning group for autistic and neurodivergent teens ages 13–17 that helps build confidence, independence, emotional regulation, flexible thinking, organization, problem-solving, and meaningful social connections through engaging activities, real-life skill building, collaborative projects, and guided discussions.
Please note: Today's payment reserves your teen's place in the program and covers their first session. The remaining program fees will be invoiced after each session.
Enrol for the Winter 2027 Term
Weekly on Thursdays • 6:45–8:15 PM
January 7th – March 25th, 2027 (12 weeks)
Enrol for the Spring 2027 Term
Weekly on Thursdays 6:45–8:15 PM
April 8th – June 24th, 2027 (12 weeks)
Thursdays • 6:45–8:15 PM • January 7th – March 25th, 2027 (12 weeks) • Ages 13–17
📍 145 Main Street, Toronto
A therapist-led social and executive functioning group for autistic and neurodivergent teens ages 13–17 that helps build confidence, independence, emotional regulation, flexible thinking, organization, problem-solving, and meaningful social connections through engaging activities, real-life skill building, collaborative projects, and guided discussions.
Please note: Today's payment reserves your teen's place in the program and covers their first session. The remaining program fees will be invoiced after each session.
Thursdays • 6:45–8:15 PM • April 8th – June 24th, 2027 (12 weeks) • Ages 13–17
📍 145 Main Street, Toronto
A therapist-led social and executive functioning group for autistic and neurodivergent teens ages 13–17 that helps build confidence, independence, emotional regulation, flexible thinking, organization, problem-solving, and meaningful social connections through engaging activities, real-life skill building, collaborative projects, and guided discussions.
Please note: Today's payment reserves your teen's place in the program and covers their first session. The remaining program fees will be invoiced after each session.
Not sure which option is best or have additional questions?
Contact our intake team: intake@willowtree-mindwellness.ca
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