If you have recently started learning about autism, ADHD, or neurodivergence, you may have come across words like neurotype, masking, sensory processing, accommodations, and neurodiversity-affirming therapy. For many people, discovering this language feels like finally finding pieces of a puzzle they have been trying to solve for years. As a therapist, I often see that…
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As a parent, watching your child struggle with a paralyzing fear or constant “what if” worries is heartbreaking. You want them to feel safe, brave, and free to explore the world. If you’re searching for a way to help your child find calm, you may consider Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for Children. While…
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How can I support a teen experiencing depression? You can help a teen with depression by prioritizing “connection over correction” and normalizing their feelings. Start by creating a “judgment-free zone” for open venting, ensuring they feel separate from their struggle. Help them name the feelings and let them know they are not alone. Many teens…
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Many parents come to us feeling exhausted by the constant cycle of meltdowns and power struggles with their big feeling child. You might feel like you are failing because traditional parenting advice just has not worked. Perhaps you have been told or made to feel like your child is too much or too sensitive. We…
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Hey beautiful. Do you ever feel like you have your life together for several weeks, only to watch it all crumble before your period? For many neurodivergent women, the monthly cycle feels less like a gentle dance and more like a roller coaster. This is neurodivergent hormones for ya. If you have ADHD or autism,…
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You have done the work. You sat on the therapy couch and talked through your childhood. Probably even processed your triggers and practiced your deep breathing. Yet, you still feel like you are vibrating at a different frequency than everyone else. Many trauma therapists are great at healing old wounds. They look for the “why”…
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Are you constantly striving for an unreachable “perfect,” feeling like you are always on a never-ending treadmill? We see you, queen. You are that brilliant, hardworking millennial wife/mother, navigating a million demands while quietly battling the relentless pressure to be flawless. This constant chase for perfection often leaves you feeling drained, anxious, and like you…
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Being the parent of an anxious teen is a whole different ballgame. You’re exhausted. You’ve probably read all the books, tried a million techniques, and spent hours listening, but you still feel like you’re doing all the emotional labor. It is a lot, Momma (or Papa). This post is for the high-achieving, sensitive parent who…
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You know that moment when your heart starts racing, your mind feels foggy, and suddenly you can’t think straight? Most people assume that’s anxiety. But what if what you’re feeling isn’t anxiety at all?What if it’s sensory overload and your nervous system is quietly begging for relief? When Your Senses Turn Up the Volume Many…
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If you’re a sensitive, driven, neurodivergent woman, chances are you know the trap well. Anxiety whispers, “What if you mess up?” Perfectionism chimes in, “You’d better get it right or else.” And suddenly, you’re stuck, working twice as hard, second-guessing yourself, and feeling like it’s never enough. This cycle isn’t just about being a “high…
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