Dungeons & dragons play therapy for neurodivergent folks at every age.
what is dungeons & dragons for therapy?
Research shows that evidence-based play therapy is highly effective for building self-esteem, developing social skills, and developing personal strengths. I’ve been using Dungeons & Dragons in group therapy sessions online for over a year to help clients explore who they want to be, build self-esteem, practice assertiveness, & improve emotional regulation.
Not only has it been highly effective, it’s been fun for everyone involved.
Role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons help players cultivate communication skills, develop leadership and problem-solving skills, and explore parts of themselves they can’t always access daily.
Meet Your Neurodivergent Dungeon Master & Therapist.
Groups are facilitated online by Cassandra Miasnikov, a four-year Dungeon Master and therapist who has designed the experience to help participants adventure in an empowered, friendly, & supportive environment.
Cassandra has spoken at comic cons across the PNW and brings her years of storytelling experience to the table to help you adventure through anxiety in an empowering, social roleplay experience.
As an LGBTQ+, nonbinary person diagnosed with ADHD-C and ASD, Cassandra is here to provide both clinical support & empathetic understanding.
Adventure Awaits!
In the meantime, daydreaming about or designing your character is HIGHLY encouraged.
Portland Neurodivergent Clinic Services.
Individual therapy
We’ll identify what you care most about and develop a plan that helps you generate hope for your future & achieve personal goals. Our standard fee is $185 for individual clients. A limited number of sliding-scale seats are available.
group therapy
Research shows that evidence-based play therapy is highly effective for building self-esteem, developing social skills, and developing personal strengths. We use Dungeons & Dragons in our group therapy sessions to help you explore identity questions & core values, develop emotional regulation skills, & build a supportive community from the comfort of your home. Groups are $60 per session.
Couples & Family Therapy
Many of us struggle with finding the right words to communicate to our loved ones what we need, when we need it. Conflict can make many neurodivergent people feel lonely, hopeless, and scared. It doesn't have to stay that way. We’ll help you and your loved ones find the right communication tools and emotional regulation skills to help you reconnect. Our standard fee is $200 for couples and families. A limited number of sliding-scale seats are available.