When my sons were young, one of my friends had two children about the same age. One evening a week I would watch her children while she and her husband each had work commitments. Our families were close and I appreciated that we had similar ideas about parenting and...
December is often a season of traveling. Whether that’s a holiday, a family vacation, or a trip home, there can be a lot to consider when someone in your travel party is neurodivergent. Here are tips to think about. Pre-Planning and Preparation: Perhaps you’re a...
If you’re a trauma survivor, first and foremost, I want to commend your strength in embarking on the journey of therapy. It's a courageous step towards healing, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. Starting therapy as a trauma survivor can be...
Introduction: Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in adults can present unique challenges, impacting various aspects of daily life. Understanding the struggles faced by adults with PDA is crucial for fostering empathy and creating a supportive environment. In this...
Introduction: In the realm of counseling, two significant and interconnected areas of focus are supporting the neurodivergent community and aiding survivors of trauma. As a counselor committed to these vital aspects of mental health, I find great inspiration in the...
Navigating the vast landscape of counseling, therapy, and psychology, one might assume that every practitioner is well-equipped to work with the neurodivergent community. However, as Devon Price, the insightful author of Unmasking Autism, points out, true...
Are you a survivor of childhood trauma, had a complicated relationship with parents while growing up, or just find family gatherings very stressful yet still feel inclined to attend? That’s okay. I’ve put together a checklist of ideas to help support you through the...
Although I am a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) in British Columbia and working towards my doctorate in psychology, I support my clients in other ways as well. In addition to the therapy I provide, with a lot of my clients who are parents there’s a certain amount...
Do you struggle with insomnia? Perhaps it’s difficult to quiet your brain in the evening so you can fall asleep at a reasonable time? Or, if you’re like me, you wake up during the night and then struggle to go back to sleep without tossing and turning for an hour or...
When we think about a sensory diet, we often think about our neurodivergent children. We offer sensory toys, water play, and comfortable clothing without tags or other irritating features. We are aware of issues with food and its textures. We may consider compression...