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ADHD, Productivity, and Self-Compassion: Finding What Works for You

As a neurodivergent-affirming therapist, I’ve worked with countless clients who feel frustrated by productivity and self-care strategies that don’t fit their brains. In this post, I share personal experiences and practical approaches to help you honor your ADHD brain, embrace your natural rhythms, and create routines, relationships, and self-care practices that actually work—for you—without shame or comparison.

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5 Signs Your Anxiety Might Be Masking Something Deeper

If you’ve tried all the coping tools and still feel overwhelmed, your anxiety might be more than it seems. In this post, we explore how anxiety often masks deeper struggles like trauma, masking, or missed neurodivergence—and how the right kind of therapy can help you feel safe, seen, and supported.

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ADHD, Kink, and Sexuality: Exploring Neurodivergent Desire

ADHD shapes how many experience sexuality and kink, blending heightened curiosity, sensory sensitivity, and impulsivity. This post delves into the joys and challenges of neurodivergent desire, the role of kink in fostering safety and agency, and the importance of compassionate, non-shaming support for LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse individuals seeking authentic sexual expression.

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When Fawning Feels Like Safety: Learning to Relate to the Part That Keeps You Small

The fawn response often goes unseen—but it’s one of the most deeply ingrained survival strategies many of us carry. In this personal reflection, I explore how fawning shows up in perfectionism, people-pleasing, and emotional shape-shifting—and how real healing starts not with “fixing” ourselves, but by gently relating to the parts that tried to protect us.

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ADHD, Autism & LGBTQIA+ Identity: Insights from a Neurodiverse Therapist

Many neurodivergent individuals—especially those who are queer or trans—face unique challenges accessing diagnosis, care, and community support. This post explores the complex overlap of ADHD, autism, and LGBTQIA+ identities, highlighting systemic barriers and the importance of compassionate, tailored therapeutic care. If you’re navigating these intersections in Fort Collins or beyond, you’re not alone.

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