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Welcome to a different kind of social group—one built for neurodivergent tweens who thrive best under open skies, not fluorescent lights. Here, kids connect through movement, nature, and no-pressure conversation. It’s playful. It’s peaceful. It’s exactly what so many kids have been waiting for.

Helping you and your child  to Thrive

Mandy Casteel-Denney (She/Her) Neurospicy coach/speaker/educator

Hi, I’m Mandy Casteel-Denney—a neurodivergent parent, educator, and coach with nearly two decades of experience supporting kids who thrive outside the box. With a master’s in education, a background in leading youth programs, and two neurospicy kids of my own, I know what works (and what definitely doesn’t). I created this group to be the kind of space I wish existed when my own kids were younger: outdoors, no pressure, and full of real connection.

Where Real Friendships Grow Wild

🌿 What Kids Will Get Out of the Group:

  • 🌱 Build real friendships in a low-pressure, judgment-free space

  • 💬 Practice communication and social skills in natural, playful ways

  • 🌞 Increase confidence through movement, exploration, and shared experiences

  • 🧠 Learn self-regulation and emotional awareness with support and patience

  • 🌳 Connect with peers while spending time in calming, sensory-friendly environments

  • 💡 Discover their strengths and social style without being told to “mask” or “perform”

  • 🤝 Develop collaboration and problem-solving skills through group activities

  • 🥰 Feel seen, accepted, and empowered—just as they are

Our mission is to create a supportive, sensory-friendly space where neurodivergent tweens can build authentic social skills through nature-based exploration, meaningful connection, and complete acceptance of who they are—unscripted and unmasked.

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Nature doesn’t ask kids to sit still, make eye contact, or be quiet. It just welcomes them exactly as they are.

Let's build them up so they can soar

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Shelley Read, CO
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I've had the great pleasure of knowing Mandy for decades and have often witnessed her be a skillful, passionate advocate for her students, her family, and the natural world. As one of the most competent, committed, courageous and kind people I've ever worked with, Mandy's expert coaching is sure to enhance the lives of all of her Blue Tulip clients.  

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