OCD Treatment for Autistic People
Here is an exciting guest blog post written by my local colleague Dr. Bethany Walker. Dr. Walker loves to help clients process and manage OCD symptoms, and she wrote this […]
Chicago Parent Support Group for Autism and ADHD
For many people, being a parent is one of the most challenging adventures they have—there can be tons of uncertainty, stress, and more—but it is also incredibly rewarding. When I […]
Understanding Neurodiversity: Embracing the Spectrum
You hear a lot about neurodiversity these days, and in this blog, I’d like to dive into what neurodiversity means and why it matters! Neurodiversity is a concept that recognizes […]
Assessing for Autism in High Masking Adults
Why Is It So Hard to Get an Adult Autism Diagnosis? This is a special blog post written by Help and Healing Center psychologist Dr. Jaime Long. Jaime is passionate […]
Embracing Mental Health Care and Seeking Support
In this guest blog, I invited Shauna Larson to share some information about mental health and some of the common misconceptions regarding diagnosis and treatment options. Check out this informative […]
Tips for Sharing Your Autism Diagnosis with Confidence
In this guest blog, I asked Malk Palmer, an autistic blogger, to share some information about a topic that many newly diagnosed adults worry about—disclosing an autism diagnosis to others. […]
Neurodiversity Affirming Mental Health Assessments
Have you ever felt misunderstood or mislabeled by a mental health provider? Or perhaps you’ve observed a loved one’s struggle with feeling truly seen or heard during their mental health […]
Understanding Autism and OCD while Embracing Neurodiversity
Autism and OCD are two neurological conditions which often intertwine, and their co-occurrence presents unique challenges and opportunities for growth. It’s important to understand the similarities and differences between autism […]
Understanding the Rise In Adult Autism Assessments Today
In recent years, an intriguing phenomenon has emerged in the field of psychological testing. Adults across the world are increasingly seeking evaluations for autism, resulting in a significant backlog of […]