Creative Space for Autistic Young People
Our Creative Space for Autistic Young People (12–15) is a welcoming online session where autistic young people can explore creativity in a relaxed, supportive environment. The group offers a mindful break from day‑to‑day pressures and encourages imaginative expression.
Each 1‑hour session focuses on an artistic medium and an abstract theme designed to spark ideas and inspire the creative process. Participants are encouraged to interpret the theme in their own way, exploring different approaches and expressing their unique perspective.
Young people are invited to use any form of creative expression that feels right for them, art, music, poetry, crafting, journalling or any other medium they enjoy. Suggested materials are provided as inspiration only, and everyone is welcome to follow their own creative direction.
Gina will offer support, advice and guidance when working with various materials and creative approaches.
Please be reassured that everyone can choose whether to keep their camera and microphone off or on – this is entirely the individual’s choice. The individual is welcome to use the chat facility to communicate if they wish.
Session Details:
- Meets once per month
- Wednesdays, 5:30pm–6:30pm
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Open to autistic young people aged 12–15 across ScotlandThis includes those who self-identify, waiting on an assessment or post diagnosis.
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Parents/guardians consent from sign up required.
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A parent/guardian’s email address must be used for registration.
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Parents/guardians must sit in if while the session is taking place.
Meet the Host
Gina, Community Advisor
Gina lives and works in the Central Belt of Scotland. She loves to explore and experiment with new creative and individual techniques.
She enjoys finding out about how to incorporate new mediums, especially in abstract styles.
She enjoys finding out about how to incorporate new mediums, especially in abstract styles.
She is inspired by nature, especially the sea and woodlands which she investigates with her rescue dog.
She recently studied psychology and counselling and uses creative techniques in sessions.
She has also had a strong passion for words in poems and literature and has begun creative journalling to explore emotions and thoughts.
