What is the Safe and Sound Protocol?
The Safe and Sound Protocol: A Gentle, Science-Based Approach to Regulating the Nervous System Many of the people I work with—whether they’re autistic, living with anxiety, recovering from trauma, or […]
Demand Avoidance in PDA
Why Do I Avoid Things I Actually Want to Do? A neurodiversity-affirming look at demand avoidance in PDA Have you ever looked forward to something, only to find yourself avoiding […]
What Actually Helps a PDAer Feel Safe? Understanding safety from a nervous system perspective
What Actually Helps a PDAer Feel Safe? Understanding safety from a nervous system perspective. If you’ve ever supported someone with a PDA profile—or you are one—you’ve probably seen how quickly […]
What Comes Next? Navigating Life After an Autism Diagnosis
For many adults, receiving an autism diagnosis can be a profound and validating moment. It can bring clarity to lifelong patterns, ease years of self-doubt, and open the door to […]
Wondering If You Are Autistic? Start Your Journey Here
If you’ve ever searched “Am I autistic?”, you’re not alone. Many adults begin exploring the possibility of autism later in life, often after years of feeling different, misunderstood, or exhausted […]
10 Autistic Adult Recommendations
Receiving an autism diagnosis in adulthood can be both a powerful relief and an emotional whirlwind. It can validate years or even decades of wondering why things felt harder, different, […]
Body Doubling Can Really Work! Try A Free Session Today
A Blog Post from Dr. Jaime Long Dr. Jaime Long is doing something exciting this month, and she wrote this blog to share more information about this with friends and […]
Looking for Resources for Autistic Adults? We’ve got you!
When it comes to accommodations, tools and resources are much easier to find than they used to be! If you are looking for some new fidgets, a helpful book, a website to explore, or some ways to combat sensory overload, here are some of my favorites!
TikTok Ban Is A Loss For Neurodivergent Adults
Over the past few years, TikTok has emerged as more than just a platform for dance trends and viral challenges. For many neurodivergent adults, it has been a vital space […]
Understanding Masking: How to Support Authentic Self Expression
Masking doesn’t just affect children—it’s a common experience for many neurodiverse adults, especially those with autism or ADHD. For adults, masking involves hiding or adjusting behaviors, emotions, and responses to […]