Therapy for Autism & ADHD

Here, it’s safe to
take your mask off.

ONLINE ACROSS VERMONT, MARYLAND, & NEW YORK

It seems like no matter what you do, people are constantly misunderstanding you.

Sometimes, the way others respond to you makes you feel like an alien—out of place and ashamed that you can’t just be like everyone else. This has led to learning to hide behind carefully constructed personas, and you’ve been wearing those masks for so long that you’re not sure who you really are.

Maybe you…

  • Feel like everyone else got the rulebook for how to do life, and you’re stuck wondering why even simple things feel so hard.

  • Are burnt out and over it—finding it harder and harder to keep up with expectations at your job or school.

  • Used to be the “gifted kid,” but now you just feel like a fraud who can’t figure out why everything feels so exhausting.

  • Keep having the same arguments with your partner or always end up in relationships—romantic or platonic—that seem one-sided.

  • Are just starting to explore what it might mean to be neurodivergent—and feel a mix of clarity, grief, and frustration that no one noticed sooner.

  • Want to be able to unmask and lean into your authentic self, but don’t really know how to stop after all the social conditioning you’ve internalized over the years.

  • Have worked with therapists in the past, but left feeling misunderstood, dismissed, or like you had to tone yourself down to be taken seriously.

My approach

If you’ve ever felt like therapy wasn’t built with you in mind, you’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to be that way.

As someone who identifies as neurodivergent myself, I know how important it is to feel truly understood and supported without needing to mask or explain every little thing. I tailor therapy to you—your brain, your needs, your pace. That might mean meeting with the camera off, communicating by text during session, using fidgets, or moving around while we talk. We work together to make the space feel safe and accessible, so you can show up just as you are. I’ve intentionally sought out additional training to better support neurodivergent folks, and I continue to learn and adapt all the time. 

We’ll collaborate on what you want to get out of therapy, whether that’s understanding your brain better, navigating relationships, finding ways to self-accommodate and advocate for your needs, or grieving all the years you didn’t feel seen or accepted. Growing up in a world that isn’t designed for you is a traumatic experience in and of itself, and we can explore trauma treatments to help you heal those wounds, too.

We’ll also unpack the messages you’ve internalized about neurodivergent people that could be contributing to the shame you may feel around owning your identity. This can show up in your thoughts as “I should be able to do this like everyone else” or “I don’t need to ask for accommodations, it’s not bad enough for that.” Together, we’ll discredit those beliefs and begin building a life that actually works for you.

imagine A life where you…

Understand your brain and what it needs

You’ve got a better sense of how your neurodivergence shows up in everyday life, and you’ve figured out ways to work with it instead of constantly fighting it.

Feel less shame and more self-acceptance

The old “shoulds” and internalized judgments lose their grip, and you start to believe that your needs are valid just as they are.

Set boundaries and speak up for yourself

Whether it’s at work, in relationships, or with family, you feel more confident asking for what you need and holding space for yourself.

Show up more fully as yourself

You’re able to unmask, embrace your identity, and feel more authentic in your relationships—and things start to feel lighter and more aligned overall.

Move through life with more clarity

Instead of feeling lost, you’ve got a clearer sense of who you are and what truly matters to you.

You deserve to feel like you belong.

Take the first step toward becoming your truest self.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Not at all. You don’t need a diagnosis, paperwork, or permission from anyone to get support. If you identify with some of the traits associated with neurodivergence or life is feeling harder than you think it could be, that’s enough of a reason to reach out. I’m here to meet you where you are and help you identify what could make things easier.

  • Neurodivergent is an umbrella term that includes things like ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, sensory processing differences, and more. It can also include folks with OCD, Tourette’s, and even those who’ve experienced brain injuries or trauma that affect how they think and process. Everyone’s brain works a little differently—and being neurodivergent just means yours works in a way that doesn’t fit the typical mold. I offer a space that affirms and understands those differences, so you don’t have to translate or explain yourself the whole time.

  • Maybe you’ve always felt kind of out of sync with the people around you, or like everyday things just take more effort than they seem to for others. You might have intense interests, be really sensitive to sounds or textures, struggle with focus or transitions, or feel totally drained after social interactions. Some people start wondering about neurodivergence after learning more about it through others or noticing patterns that suddenly make their past make more sense. Whether you’re deep into self-discovery or just starting to ask questions, therapy with me can be a supportive space to explore it all—without judgment, pressure, or needing to have it all figured out.