If you have, or suspect you might have, ADHD and/or Autism, you may have received overt and subtle messages throughout your life that you’re not smart enough, don’t work hard enough, don’t care enough, are too sensitive, or are not capable. The way your brain works is not always compatible with the way the world works, but that doesn’t mean there is something wrong with you.

While it is true that you may have unique struggles, you also have unique strengths. I have found that neurodivergent individuals often possess creative problem solving skills, intense curiosity, and varied skills and interests. Starting from a place of appreciation, identifying strengths, and acceptance, will make any skill-building or emotion regulation we incorporate more effective. We will also to work to identify how masking shows up in your life and any changes you would like to make in order to get you closer to the life you want.