Mindfulness for Autistic Teens

Yoga Story Time

Heather Cook

Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(113)

Short mindfulness and body awareness activities for teens on the autism spectrum and led by an autistic woman.

Class Experience

Mindfulness isn't something most people associate with autism, and yet I believe mindfulness in daily life is essential to a happy autistic experience of the world. I'm not talking about meditation; that's simply one way to do mindfulness. I'm talking about becoming aware of the signals in your body that you need something, or that you're getting upset, or need a break, before those feelings get too big to deal with.

At it's core, mindfulness is simply being fully present in whatever you are...

This class is taught in English.

I've been engaging in my personal mindfulness practice for many years, and have built up a large library of relaxation exercises, interoceptive activities, and awareness and centering exercises. I used this experience to lead a weekly mindfulness session for teens for several years at the high school where I taught, and now do the same one-on-one for my coaching clients (youth on the autism spectrum and their families).

Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Available times

Pacific

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Meet the teacher

Heather Cook

Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(113)

Hi. I’m Heather. I'm a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), licensed teacher, and I’m Autistic. And I’m building a life I truly love. It wasn’t always that way. Well, I was always Autistic. But the life I love part, that’s had its ups and downs....