Creating a community where neurodivergent adults can feel supported and seen.
A Time to Belong is founded on the yoga philosophy of equanimity—a sense of balance and steadiness. We strive to create a space where members have the freedom to be themselves, make choices, and exercise their autonomy while also benefiting from a daily rhythm that is consistent, supportive, and predictable.
We believe that balance comes from honoring both individuality and structure. Our program offers opportunities for creativity, connection, movement, nature, and meaningful participation within a routine that members can come to know and trust.
See our daily rhythm below to get a better sense of how this philosophy comes to life each day.
Today's Rhythm
Daily Schedule
- 9:00 - Gather together
- 9:30 - Constructive activities
- 12:00 - Community meal
- 1:30 - Recreational activities
- 2:30 - Relaxation activities
- 3:30 - Gather together
Morning Gather Together
- Check-in
- Program goal
- Daily goal
- Quote of the day, fun fact of the day, song of the day, etc.
- Review choice board for constructive activities
Afternoon Gather Together
- Review of the day
- Feedback
- Plans for next week: meal, volunteer for learn a skill, and supplies needed
- Community goal
Meet the people behind the program.
Willow Swan
Willow is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and Registered Yoga Teacher with more than six years of experience supporting adults through therapeutic, wellness, and community-based programming. She is the founder and facilitator of A Time to Belong at Stoney Hill Wellness, a nature-based community program created to support neurodivergent adults in building meaningful relationships, exploring their interests, developing practical and vocational skills, and connecting with nature. Willow brings together her background in occupational therapy, yoga, mindfulness, and experiential learning to create welcoming, engaging spaces where each person’s strengths, interests, and goals are valued. Her approach is relationship-centered, inclusive, and grounded in the belief that everyone deserves opportunities for connection, purpose, growth, and belonging.
Lauren Seale
Lauren Seale was born and raised in Charlotte, NC and currently lives in Durham, NC. She graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Go Tar Heels!) and has her Master of Science in Human Behavior Studies. She was raised by her mom, aunt, and grandmother. They were all teachers who specialized in English and Special Needs. Autism has always been a part of her family’s life, not just a day, a ribbon, or puzzle piece. Lauren’s uncle is diagnosed with Autism. Her grandmother, grandfather, and uncle were pioneers of TEACCH in the beginning stages of the program’s development.