The Gaming Club at The Social Space Psychology Clinic in Mascot is a welcoming weekly social hub for children and teens who enjoy technology, gaming, and creative digital activities.
Guided by experienced IT mentors participants connect with like-minded peers through shared interests in a structured and supportive environment.
This club offers more than just screen time - it provides opportunities to engage, collaborate, and build confidence through shared digital experiences.
FFor many neurodivergent children and teens, traditional social settings can feel overwhelming or difficult to navigate.
The Gaming Club uses shared interests as a starting point for connection, creating a relaxed and accessible environment where participants can engage with others in a way that feels natural and enjoyable.
By focusing on connection first, participants are supported to build confidence, explore social interaction, and feel a sense of belonging within a group of peers who share similar interests.
*No parent involvement is required, but you are welcome to stay and join in!
Duration: 10 weeks (School Term)
Format: Weekly 90-minute sessions
Activities: Minecraft, coding, and collaborative gaming
Support: Experienced digital mentors
Fostering connection through a shared digital language:
The Gaming Club at The Social Space Psychology Clinic, Mascot is a safe, welcoming space for children and teens who love technology. Guided by psychologists and skilled mentors, participants connect with like-minded peers while exploring coding, Minecraft, game design, and digital creativity. This club provides more than just screen time it’s a structured, supportive environment where social confidence grows alongside technical skills.
Benefits
Communication, teamwork, conflict resolution
Coding, building, creative design
Trying new challenges in a safe setting
Managing frustration, sharing success, resilience
Participation Requirements
Why It Matters
For many neurodiverse children and teens, traditional social settings can feel overwhelming. The Gaming Club turns a shared passion into a bridge for learning essential social and emotional skills in a relaxed, engaging way. It’s not just about games it’s about building confidence, connection, and belonging.
10 Weeks
Weekly 90 minute Sessions
Minecraft building, coding, video editing, collaborative gaming
No parent involvement required, however you are more than welcome to stay and join in!
