The Whole Human Approach to Supporting the Unique Needs of Neurodivergent Individuals.
Our Core Values
Sovereignty
We believe that true healing begins when you reclaim your agency. Sovereignty is about more than just independence; it is the freedom to exist on your own terms, make self-determined choices, and live a life that isn't dictated by societal "shoulds" or burnout. In our work together, your voice is the ultimate authority.
Neuro-Affirming Care
Your brain is not a problem to be fixed. I operate from the belief that neurodivergence—including Autism, ADHD, and other cognitive variations—is a natural and valuable part of the human experience. We focus on understanding your unique wiring, honoring your sensory needs, and building strategies that work with your brain, not against it.
Skill & Self
Meaningful change requires both the tools to navigate the world and the self-compassion to live in it. We balance Skill—evidence-based strategies and behavioral insights—with Self—the deep, internal work of self-discovery and emotional regulation. We don't just talk about change; we build the capacity to sustain it.
Authenticity
Therapy shouldn't feel like a performance. I trade clinical "mumbo-jumbo" for real, honest conversation. By showing up as a human first and a therapist second, I create a space where you can let down the mask, speak your truth, and explore who you are without the fear of being pathologized or judged.
Our Clinical Philosophy
The Self & Skill Method:
At Self & Skill, we believe that mental health support for neurodivergent individuals must begin with a fundamental shift in perspective: You are not a problem to be solved; you are a person to be supported.
Our philosophy is built on the integration of two essential pillars:
· The Self: We prioritize your internal experience—your sensory world, your emotional landscape, and your history. Through a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming lens, we work together to strip away the weight of "masking" and social compliance. We focus on nervous system regulation and self-compassion, providing a space where your authentic self is safe to emerge.
· The Skill: We recognize that navigating a world not built for neurodivergence requires a unique set of tools. However, we don't build skills for the sake of "fitting in." We develop functional, self-determined skills—like executive function strategies, boundaries, and self-advocacy—that serve your goals and enhance your quality of life.
By balancing clinical psychotherapy with a deep understanding of neurobiological needs, we help you bridge the gap between who you are and how you move through the world. We don't just help you "do" better; we help you be better, on your own terms
Our Services
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Deep, clinical support for neurodivergent teens and adults navigating a neurotypical world.
The Focus: Addressing anxiety, depression, and "masking" burnout through a lens that validates your neurotype.
The Approach: We use trauma-informed modalities to help you process past experiences and build a life that accommodates your sensory and emotional needs.
The "Self": This is where we do the work of unlearning the "shoulds" and reconnecting with who you actually are.
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Specialized therapy for those processing complex trauma or significant life transitions.
The Focus: Moving beyond coping mechanisms to true nervous system regulation and safety.
The Approach: As an Pre-Licensed Therapist, I prioritize the "speed of trust," ensuring that every therapeutic intervention honors your autonomy and boundaries.
The "Skill": Developing sustainable emotional regulation tools that work with your brain, not against it.
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Clinical guidance for navigating the systems (educational, vocational, or medical) that impact your well-being.
The Focus: Ensuring your mental health needs are respected in every environment.
The Approach: Strategic advocacy and consultation to help bridge the gap between your unique needs and the world around you.
The "Skill": Building robust self-advocacy scripts and strategies for a life of self-determination.