In the context of romantic or platonic relationships, I provide practical strategies with individuals or couples struggling with communication barriers, difficulties in understanding social cues, managing sensory sensitivities within relationships, and navigating conflict resolution. Through individual sessions, we can explore personal challenges and goals related to relationships, while couples sessions offer a collaborative approach to addressing shared concerns and strengthening relationship dynamics. My approach in this area is rooted in fostering deeper connections, enhancing communication skills, setting boundaries, and promoting mutual understanding and respect.

Immersing ourselves in the natural environment can promote new discovery of perspective, mindful grounding and shift focus to the body and surroundings. The gentle rhythm of walking engages our senses and promotes nervous system regulation, while the non-confrontational nature of being side by side encourages a sense of safety, creating an ideal setting for open conversation. If you're drawn to the benefits of outdoor settings, this approach is a good fit for those who want to connect with nature while working toward goals.

Executive function is how our brains manage and regulate mental activities, including organization, time management, task initiation and prioritization. Neurodivergent folks experience differences in executive function compared to neurotypical folks. I will work with you to understand the unique executive function strengths and challenges associated with your neurotype, and offer tools that resonate with your individual needs and learning style. Whether its breaking tasks down into manageable steps, implementing visual aids and reminders, or creating routines, we can work on ways to navigate daily tasks.

Maybe you’re an ex-evangelical like me, have left another religious community, or are just wanting more support in an area related to spirituality or deconstruction. We may explore beliefs, identity shifts, or reclaim and rebuild aspects of your life that have been impacted by harmful religion. I approach these issues with a trauma-informed perspective and provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to land.

The way we feel about ourselves has a huge impact on multiple aspects of our lives. If you are struggling in this area, I would love to help empower you to celebrate and embrace your neurodivergent traits and strengths, and identify barriers to that in a world that is often not designed to support neurodiversity. Maybe this looks like working toward unmasking with safe people, or getting in touch with what is most important to you. Together, we can explore your values, help you grow supportive relationships, and develop a deeper sense of self compassion.

Chronic tension, overstimulation, and stress can impact day-to-day functioning, possibly leading to meltdowns, shutdowns, and burnout. Work, school, relationships, masking, executive dysfunction, the pandemic- all of these things can heighten our body’s stress response. In our work together, learning to manage stress may look like identifying your sensory needs, increasing sources of support, and developing skills to regulate your nervous system.