Session 4: Reviewing your toolkit
In session 4 we will talk about the toolkit you have been developing for yourself. Have you been able to practice anything from our last session?
Is there anything you would like to ask about the tools we have discussed?
We wil also go over any other tools you think would be helpful.
As a reminder, the tools we can talk about are:
- Assertiveness: In this toolkit kit you can learn how to tell people what you want or need, and help build confidence in talking to other people
- Thought Challenging: Here you can learn how to cope with thoughts that can be upsetting, make you feel low in mood, or even feel anxious.
- Sensory Regulation: These tools help with learning to cope with different senses that can leave you feeling overwhelmed, and lead to emotional outbursts. Here we talk through different tools such as mindfulness and grounding.
Session learnings and reflections:
We will also talk about what is next for you after your sessions and learning how to adjust to your diagnosis.
My autism symptoms:
The challenges you have:
My autism strengths:
What are the good parts of autism for you?
Toolkit:
What tools will you be keeping in your toolkit?
Short-term goals:
Example: “I will go out for dinner with friends”
Long-term goals:
Example: “I will apply for a new job”
Break long-term goals into smaller steps and review progress regularly.
We hope you have found your sessions on understanding autism helpful. If you have any questions, please do let us know.
Please note: We are not an emergency service, if you are in crisis and need urgent support or are worried about immediate risk of harm to self or others, please call 999. Alternatively, you can contact your GP and ask for an emergency appointment or visit your local A&E department. You can also contact the following services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: NHS Helpline (111) and Samaritans (116 123).