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I am auDHD (autistic & adhd) and a neuro-affirming diagnostic clinician & therapist with 19 years of clinical experience. I specialize in working with Autistic adults, most of whom are exploring a late diagnosis.  Many of my clients are women + (non-binary, transgender people) although I work with a few men as well. 

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Through the last five years I have been drawn to this specialization, and have been re-learning everything that I "thought" I knew about Autism. In my self-driven education and speaking with many other autistic adults, I have thrown old diagnostic tools out & adopted a new process to adjust for how Autism actually shows up in people. I don't like using terms such as "high functioning" or "low support needs" as I find that this is dismissive for many of my clients who are silently struggling and living in burnout. 

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In addition to Autism, I also continue to work with individuals who are struggling with chronic illness/pain. I understand the trauma that lies in navigating the medical healthcare system and the depression and anxiety that can accompany it.

 

In our work together we will work on goals that are important to you.  Whether it is completing an assessment for an Autism diagnosis, finding support for burnout, creating a more authentic life or just finding ways to get through depressive episodes. 

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My therapeutic approach is non-traditional in the sense that I know throwing CBT worksheets at a client isn't that helpful. I modify modalities so they are neurodiverse friendly and not shame inducing.

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