Hi Geek Therapy Family!!
We are so excited to unlock the gates and begin letting you into the Geekdom, one cohort at a time. As the spiderwebs get dusted and the lights flicker on, the magic will come to life, and you can all be a part of it.
What does this magic look like, you might ask? And who is your guide through this magical kingdom? Well, read along and keep up. You don’t want to miss any special spells along the way…
What is the Geek Therapy® Volunteer Program?
The Volunteer Program is how our community helps build Geek Therapy from the inside. It launched in 2026, and volunteers join in small groups we call cohorts, so nobody walks into the castle alone. You get a crew, a guide, and a clear place to start.
You choose how much time you give and which part of the castle you want to help build. Our interest areas are:
- Community Engagement: helping our online spaces feel welcoming and alive
- Content & Media: social media, podcast, and library content
- Events & TAGGS Support: helping our events and summits run smoothly
- Education & CEU Support: supporting our learning programs
- Research Support: helping the field of geek and gaming culture in practice grow
- Administrative Support: keeping the gears behind the scenes turning
You don’t need to be a clinician or an expert. If you love geek culture and care about mental health, community, or learning, there’s a seat at the table for you.
Meet Your Guide
Hi, I’m Jaitesha Janeen (Jai to most of you), the Volunteer Program Coordinator here at Geek Therapy. Every new volunteer starts with me: I’ll welcome you in, walk you through orientation, and make sure you have no unanswered questions before you meet the rest of the team.
A little about me: I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, GT Certified, and the founder and resident mad scientist of The Alchemist’s Lab, where I specialize in neurodiversity and assessment. I’m ADHD and autistic myself, so I know firsthand what it means to need a different kind of looking. Pattern recognition is the foundation of everything I do, and play is one of my favorite tools for it. You may have caught my Sims Clinical Sandbox at TAGGS!
Some of my favorite spells and potions:
- Fandoms I live in: The Sims, open-world games like Palia and Aniimo, and Steam indie games of every kind (first-person shooter, open world, or Mario Kart, I’ll try it). On the page, give me fantasy books, especially anything where humans get powers.
- Favorite magical world: Harry Potter, of course, with Avatar: The Last Airbender, the world of Phantasma, and a good haunted hotel close behind
- Fuel of choice: I love all food, but pho and ice cream with chocolate sauce win. When winter hits, my Cajun favorites come out to thrive (though I’ll make gumbo in the summer too)
- When I’m not at the castle: gaming, gardening (hello, homegrown tomatoes), getting outside, and hanging out with Thor Thunder, my husky and head of Lab security, plus our friendly iguana
Why I’m here: I believe clarity creates the shift, not force, and I want every volunteer to have a clear, welcoming path into this community.
Meet Our Cohorts
Every new cohort gets its own welcome, just like a first-year class arriving at the castle. Follow along on our socials, where we introduce each new group of volunteers and the fandoms they bring with them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can volunteer?
Anyone who loves geek culture and wants to help our community grow: helping professionals, educators, students, creators, and fans. You don’t need a clinical background.
How much time does it take?
About 2 to 5 hours a month. Consistency matters way more than intensity, you’re never on call, and if anything ever feels like too much, you can always say so. No judgment.
What happens after I apply?
We read every application and match volunteers to what the organization needs right now. If it’s a fit, you’ll get a welcome email, an orientation with me, and then a one-on-one with your Chair.
I applied and haven’t heard back. Does that mean no?
Not at all! Silence doesn’t mean rejection. We bring volunteers in one cohort at a time, so your application may be waiting for the right cohort or role. We keep every application on file.
Will I hear from you?
Yes. We like to follow up, and we’ll reach out when a cohort opens that fits your interests.
Can I lead something?
Yes! When you apply, you can choose the general volunteer path or the leadership pathway. Everyone starts as a Phase 1 General Volunteer for their first six months, then can grow into a Phase 2 Core Volunteer. We’re also building state chapters, which could one day mean leading a group in your state or region. If leading is on your wish list, tell us in your application.
When does the next cohort start?
We welcome new cohorts as the program grows. Applications stay open year-round, so apply anytime and we’ll reach out when there’s a cohort that fits you.
What’s coming in the future?
Perhaps more cohorts, new roles, and state chapters. The kingdom is still being built, and our volunteers help shape what it becomes.
Ready to Walk Through the Gates?
Questions before you apply? Reach out at jaitesha@geektherapy.org and I’ll get back to you.
The castle doors are open, the candles are lit, and we saved you a seat. See you inside the Geekdom!
Geek Out. Do Good.
Jaitesha Janeen
Volunteer Program Coordinator, Geek Therapy
