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This panel is designed for individuals or partners navigating kink with a neurodivergency such as ADHD, Autism, or depression. Exploring kink can be daunting, especially with the unique challenges neurodiversity presents. This community Q&A and discussion will cover the basics of consent, negotiation, and play, all through the lens of neurodiversity. Our goal is to create an inclusive discussion for everyone. This panel will primarily center on ADHD, Autism, and depression/anxiety due to time constraints and the needs of most attendees. We invite everyone to participate and value the unique perspectives you bring to the conversation.

Do you dream of being ravished (consensually, of course) by a dashing Mr. Darcy type? Join professional actor, improviser, and sex educator Catieosaurus for an interactive workshop that combines her two master’s degrees in theatre to help build your sexy, kinky, and playful roleplaying skills. This session will feature basic improv exercises, guidance on navigating boundaries and consent “in character,” and spicy scenario exploration. Great to attend with a partner or come solo to meet someone new!

This panel is tailored for tops, Doms, daddies, and switches who have a neurodivergency such as ADHD, Autism, or depression. If you’re on the left side of the slash, this session is for you. Join a community discussion and Q&A exploring how to navigate the challenges, frustrations, and triumphs of being a Dom-type with neurodivergence. Discover clever and creative strategies to support both your own and your partners’ mental health. Our goal is to create an inclusive discussion for everyone. This panel will primarily center on ADHD, Autism, and anxiety/depression due to time constraints and the needs of most attendees. We invite everyone to participate and value the unique perspectives you bring to the conversation.

This panel is for subs, brats, switches, and anyone else on the right side of the slash with a neurodivergency like ADHD, Autism, or depression. In this informal community discussion and Q&A, we’ll dive into the nuances and challenges of navigating consent, boundaries, and negotiation. Gain tips and tricks for managing mental health and supporting yourself and your partners. Our goal is to create an inclusive discussion for everyone. This panel will primarily center on ADHD, Autism, and anxiety/depression due to time constraints and the needs of most attendees. We invite everyone to participate and value the unique perspectives you bring to the conversation.

This hands-on workshop explores strategies and techniques for effective communication, negotiation, and intimacy-building when living with sensory issues common, but certainly not exclusive to, neurodivergencies like ADHD & Autism. We will address issues specific to the neurodivergent community, such as Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, time blindness, and learning/communication challenges, and their effects on kinky play. This workshop is ideal to attend with a partner but is also welcoming to solo participants. Our goal is to create an inclusive discussion for everyone. This panel will center on the lived experience of sensory issues in neurodivergent individuals. We invite everyone to participate and value the unique perspectives you bring to the conversation.

What is it really like being a full-time content creator? How do you know when to stop working? How do you balance leveraging social media with supporting your own mental health? And, most importantly, what’s it like when Grandma knows your boobs are on the internet? Join prominent mental health advocate and ADHD content creator Catieosaurus for a candid Q&A about the realities of life as a full-time spicy content creator.

This workshop explores sensory play as a tool for pleasure and connection, focusing on how neurodivergence may enhance or complicate these experiences. Topics include sensory sensitivities, using sensory tools in play, and techniques to maximize comfort and enjoyment for all parties.

Feeling confident in scene negotiation can be tough, especially for neurodivergent individuals. This interactive session provides tools and techniques to navigate consent conversations with clarity, advocate for your needs, and build trust with partners. Learn to turn awkward or nerve-wracking conversations into empowering moments. This experience is designed to actively build communication skills through practice. Participants will be invited to step into the role of top or bottom and role-play conversations and ask questions, take suggestions and empower themselves to better communicate as their most authentic selves. 

Aftercare is essential in kink, but neurodivergence can bring unique needs. This workshop covers the basics of aftercare, with a focus on neurodivergent experiences such as overstimulation, emotional regulation, and communication challenges. Learn how to create tailored aftercare plans that ensure comfort and connection post-play. Our goal is to create an inclusive discussion for everyone. This panel will primarily center on ADHD, Autism, and anxiety/depression due to time constraints and the needs of most attendees. We invite everyone to participate and value the unique perspectives you bring to the conversation.