D&D Groups (Roleplaying Games)

About the D&D Groups

Our Dungeons & Dragons groups are for neurodivergent adults and teens who are interested in joining a fun, welcoming, neurodivergent community. Dungeons & Dragons, often called D&D, is a collaborative role-playing game where players create characters and work together to build a shared story. The Dungeon Master guides the adventure, presents challenges, and supports the group as they make choices together.

Groups Offered

Groups are for neurodivergent individuals (autism and ADHD). All D&D experience levels are welcome, from beginners to experienced players.

We offer three different groups based on stage of life:

- Adults
- College Students/Young Adults
- Teens (ages 15-17 )

The focus is on exploration, fun, and connection, not winning. D&D offers a relaxed and engaging environment where participants can build friendships, practice teamwork, explore self-identity and strengths, and develop resilience, self-esteem, and self-advocacy.

About the Group Facilitator

JJ Campbell

The DnD group is run by JJ Campbell. JJ is a proud Autistic individual with a master’s degree in Curriculum Development and is a highly experienced DnD Dungeon Master. He is compassionate, warm, funny, and sensitive to participant needs.

As a young Autistic person, JJ found role playing games (especially D&D) to be a vital tool for connecting with others and exploring social nuances without fear. D&D helped him make lifelong friends, learn about myself, and have fun.

Benefits

D&D groups can offer a range of social, emotional, and practical benefits, especially for neurodivergent participants.

Group DnD offers unique benefits:

- Builds social connection and sense of belonging through a shared activity and recurring group experience
- Reduces pressure in conversation because interaction is structured around the game rather than open-ended socializing
- Supports identity exploration through characters, roles, values, and strengths
- Builds confidence by giving participants meaningful roles and opportunities to contribute
- Supports teamwork and collaboration as players make decisions and solve problems together
- Provides opportunities to practice problem-solving in a low-stakes environment
  Can strengthen resilience by allowing players to encounter setbacks, recover, and try new approaches

How do I know the group is a good fit for me?

Who May be a Fit

Individuals who may be a good fit for this group are:

- Teens or adults who are neurodivergent (e.g., Autism, ADHD, Gifted, Highly Sensitive Person or HSP)
- Interested in peer connection and group participation
- Able to participate safely and respectfully in a small group setting
- Able to commit to attending weekly sessions and missing no more than 1 to 2 sessions

Who May Not be a Fit

This group may not be the right fit at this time for individuals who are experiencing concerns that would make safe participation in a Dungeons & Dragons group difficult, including:

- Psychosis
- Suicidality
- Severe depression
- A personality disorder
- Other concerns that would impact group safety

Program Details

Group Size:

Groups are kept small, between 4-7 people.

Location:

Groups are held online via Zoom.

Schedule:

- 12 sessions total
- Meets once per week for 2 hours
- Groups offered throughout the year
- Contact us for days and times, usually a weekday evening

Program Fee:

- $85/Session
- Sliding scale spots may be available

Cancellation Policy:

No refunds once the group begins
Missed sessions are charged at the full session fee.
Participants are expected to miss no more than 2 sessions