Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy

What could we explore together?

Everyone is different.
We will work together on what matters most to you.

Here are some things we might explore in our sessions:

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Getting to Know Yourself
Autistic people often share similar traits.
But every person is different.

We can explore:

• your strengths

• your interests

• your differences

• how you like to talk and connect with others

• how your body and brain feel energy and sensory things

Learning about your brain helps you love who you are.
That’s a powerful first step!

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Making Friends and Feeling Connected

Autistic ways of being social are just as important as neurotypical ways.

You might feel best with people who:

• understand your way of socialising

• like similar things

• make you feel safe to be yourself

We can explore what connection means to you.

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Communicating in Your Own Way

You have a unique way of communicating.

Together, we can:

• notice what feels good and safe when you talk with others

• grow your communication toolkit

• help you feel more confident at home, school, work or in public

It’s about staying true to you.

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Understanding Neurotypical Social Skills

Neurotypical social rules can feel like a different language.

We can learn about these rules like we’d learn another language.
You don’t have to use them all the time, just when you choose.

This can help you:

• stay true to yourself

• avoid burnout

• move through the world your way

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Unmasking and Being Real

Masking means hiding parts of who you are to fit in.
It can keep you safe, but it can also be exhausting.

We can explore:

• how and when you mask

• why you mask

• what it feels like to unmask safely

This helps you connect with people who value the real you.

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Speaking Up For Yourself (Self-Advocacy)

It’s not your job to change who you are to fit in.

We’ll build skills so you can:

• speak up for what you need

• explain your communication style

• ask others to meet you halfway

When you know and love yourself, it’s easier to stand up for yourself.

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Executive Functioning

Executive functioning is how your brain helps you:

• start tasks

• plan and organise

• remember things

• manage time

Things like schoolwork, chores, or remembering your stuff all need executive functioning.

We can:

• understand how executive functioning shows up for you

• build strategies that work for your brain

• find tools to help life feel more manageable