Neurodivergence

What is neurodiversity? Neurodiversity refers to the plethora of ways human brains, aka human beings, can experience and interact with the world. Neurodivergence refers to brains that function differently from what society has deemed the “norm.” When someone identifies as neurodivergent, they are identifying as having a brain the experiences the world in divergent ways.

Living in a ableist society can take a toll on neurodivergent folks and those who parent them. I name society at large as ableist because it has not been set up to accommodate neurodivergent needs. I provide a safe and supportive space to navigate your journey, while making room for your resilience, grief, anger and joy. Stress, anxiety and burnout can all be common experiences as well, and together we will work through them, as you learn more about your own nervous system regulation and emotional needs.  Together, we examine the systems within which you live and their effects on your mind and body.  We work to better understand your own and/or your children's nervous system and sensory needs, and how these needs contribute to personal well-being, family/interpersonal dynamics and regulation.

What is the neurodivergent umbrella? It’s a term used to describe the broad range of neurological differences that impact how individuals process information and interact with the world. Some examples of identities that fall under the umbrella include: Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Sensory Processing Disorder, OCD, CPTSD, PTSD, Synesthesia. This list is not exhaustive.