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Autism

Education and Therapy

Educate Yourself

Understanding Autism

Autism is a neurodevelopmental difference that affects communication, sensory processing, routines, and social interaction—often in ways that are misunderstood. We help you make sense of your unique profile, identify strengths and support needs, and reduce shame from years of “masking” or feeling out of place. The goal is clarity, self-understanding, and practical strategies that fit your life.

Understand Behavior

Behavior is Communication

When stress is high, behavior often communicates what words can’t—fatigue, sensory overload, anxiety, confusion, or unmet needs. We’ll identify patterns and triggers, improve emotional awareness, and build safer ways to express needs and boundaries. For parents/partners, we also focus on interpretation and support strategies that reduce conflict and increase connection.

Coping Strategies

Manage Overwhelm/Overload

Autistic overwhelm can build quietly and then hit hard—especially with sensory input, transitions, or social demands. We’ll create an early-warning system for overload and develop coping tools that actually work: pacing, recovery time, grounding, sensory supports, and clear planning. You’ll learn how to reduce burnout risk and recover faster when stress spikes.

Changing the Environment

Know your Needs

The environment can either drain you or support you. We’ll identify your sensory, social, and routine needs and make realistic adjustments—at home, work, and in relationships. This might include accommodations, communication scripts, predictable routines, and “energy budgeting” so daily life becomes more sustainable and less exhausting.

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