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  • Home
  • About Us
  • Meet Our Team
  • Place a Referral
  • Clinical Services
  • Group Programs
  • Empowered Connections
  • Spectra
  • Consultation & Training
  • Community
  • BLC Shop
  • Contact Us

Empowered Connections

Supporting Families on the Journey to Understanding, Advocacy, and Connection

Our Mission

Our Mission

Our Mission

Empowered Connections is dedicated to supporting families on their journey of understanding, advocacy, and connection. We provide affirming, accessible resources and expert-led guidance to help caregivers navigate and embrace neurodiversity with confidence and compassion.

Our Vision

Our Mission

Our Mission

Our vision is to create a world where neurodivergent individuals and their families are supported, understood, and empowered to reach their full potential. By fostering education, advocacy, and connection, we aim to reshape the narrative around neurodiversity, ensuring that every family has the resources and support they need to thrive.

Our Services

Personalized Family Program

Our 1:1 family support program provides personalized guidance and tailored strategies to help you navigate your unique challenges and goals.

Connected Caregivers Support Group

This biweekly, clinician-facilitated group provides a compassionate space for caregivers to connect, share experiences, and gain professional insights. Together, we’ll celebrate successes, navigate challenges, and set actionable goals that can be applied at home, fostering a strong and supportive community.

Empowerment Through Understanding Workshop Series

A free, monthly virtual workshop series led by affirming clinicians, designed to equip caregivers with practical strategies, valuable insights, and a deeper understanding of how to support neurodivergent children and teens. These interactive sessions provide a welcoming space to learn, ask questions, and connect with others on a similar journey.

Connections Corner

Connections Corner is the social media hub for ongoing support, resources, and community engagement within the Empowered Connections program. Designed for families of neurodivergent children, it offers a space to share experiences, access practical strategies, and connect with a supportive community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at empowered.connectionsBLC@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question. We look forward to supporting you on your journey!

Empowered Connections is a neurodiversity-affirming family coaching program that aims to provide families with the tools, strategies, and understanding needed to effectively support and nurture their neurodiverse children. The program is designed to recognize individual and family strengths while valuing the expertise of the families themselves.


The program typically runs for 8-10 weeks, with one meeting per week for one hour. 


Our core values include:

  • Validation: Recognizing and affirming the experiences and feelings of neurodiverse individuals and their families.
  • Confidence: Building self-assurance in families and individuals to navigate their unique journeys.
  • Neuro-Informed: Utilizing knowledge and understanding of neurodiversity to guide our approaches and interventions.
  • Education: Providing information and resources to help families better understand and support neurodiverse members.
  • Advocacy: Empowering families to advocate for their needs and rights in various settings.
  • Collaboration: Working together with families to create personalized strategies and solutions.
  • Making Connections: Fostering meaningful connections within families and the broader community.


Empowered Connections offers a variety of support, including:

  • One-on-one coaching sessions tailored to your family's needs.
  • Workshops and group sessions focused on specific strategies and tools.
  • Resources and educational materials to help you better understand neurodiversity.
  • Ongoing support and check-ins to ensure the strategies are effective and sustainable.


The program is designed for families with neurodiverse children of all ages. It is suitable for those seeking to enhance their understanding, strategies, and support systems to better nurture and empower their neurodiverse family members.


Empowered Connections is unique in its neurodiversity-affirming approach, which focuses on:

  • Valuing and leveraging the strengths and expertise of families.
  • Providing a supportive and validating environment.
  • Offering individualized coaching and strategies tailored to each family's needs.
  • Promoting collaboration and connection within families and communities.


We use evidence-based practices and continuously gather feedback from families to refine and improve our approaches. Our goal is to create a supportive and effective program that meets the unique needs of each family we serve.


Families can expect to gain:

  • Increased understanding and appreciation of neurodiversity.
  • Practical tools and strategies to support neurodiverse family members.
  • Enhanced communication and relationships within the family.
  • Greater confidence and advocacy skills.
  • Stronger connections within the family and the broader community.


Empowered Connections Referral Form

Help us make a difference!

Your donations directly contribute to our ability to offer free and low-cost programs and events, ensuring accessibility for all families. Together, we can create a supportive community where every family can thrive. 


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