Neuroqueer Dreamwork Group
Now seeking participants for October!
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Now seeking participants for October! 〰️
As neurodivergent queer people, we often hide the most central parts of ourselves to survive in a world that polices our bodies, our thoughts, and our ways of being. Many of us are engaged in the task of unburdening ourselves from the societal constraints and norms that have been imposed on us. Unlike the waking world, dreams are a place of infinite possibilities, a place where divergent parts of ourselves can make themselves known. Working with our own dreams and the dreams of others can be a liberatory practice for those of us disconnected from our most authentic, creative selves.
In this group, I’ll facilitate various dreamwork practices, guiding you to engage with your dreams and other participants’ dreams. This dreamwork group does not align with any one specific dreamwork tradition. However, as I introduce ways of working with dreams, I will also provide information about where I learned the practice. By the end of our 5 sessions, you’ll have been introduced to a number of ways to work with your dreams and you’ll receive a handout that summarizes any methods and considerations I’ve taught throughout the group.
Click here to for an essay I wrote that describes neuroqueer dreamwork in greater detail.
FAQ
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The group will meet weekly on Tuesday nights from 7:30-9pm for 5 weeks (dates below).
We'll meet on Zoom. You must be physically located in California to participate.
Each session is $75. Ask about a reduced fee if needed.
There will be a maximum of 5 participants in the group.
Dates:
Session 1: October 1
Session 2: October 8
Session 3: October 15
Session 4: October 22
Session 5: October 29
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You're a good fit for this group if you are curious about dreams.
You can bring a playful or imaginative attitude to the group.
You're open to finding wisdom and meaning in unexpected ways & unexpected places.
You can make our time and space together a priority by showing up to all 5 sessions.
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Yes! While many neurodivergent people experience vivid dreaming and high rates of dream recall, there are many of us who are the total opposite, mainly due to our struggles with sleep.
If you remember even a small sliver of a dream or have held onto a memorable dream the past, this group will have plenty to offer.
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Session 1:
We'll collaboratively create some group agreements around boundaries, communication, confidentiality, etc.
I'll guide our first dreamwork practice.
I'll describe some ways to improve dream recall (remembering your dreams when you wake up) if that's something you'd like to do.
Session 2-4:
Participants will be invited to share about dreams and I will facilitate dreamwork practices for all participants to engage in or witness.
Session 5:
We'll do more dreamwork, share about any surprises, discoveries, or memorable moments, and close out the group.
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I recommend a notebook/journal to keep notes during and between sessions.
Simple art supplies (crayons, colored pencils) would be great but are totally optional.