Supporting the adults who support neurodivergent children.
Developmental Differences & Neurodiversity
Learning that your child is developing differently can bring up many emotions. You may be searching for answers, navigating evaluations, adjusting to a diagnosis, or simply wondering how to best support your child.
This space is for you, too. Together, we’ll make sense of your child’s unique needs, strengthen your confidence as their advocate, and navigate the emotions and challenges that can come with raising a neurodivergent or developmentally different child.
This isn’t therapy to change your child.
It's therapy to support you.
Your child may already have occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, ABA, school services, or Regional Center supports.
Those professionals are focused on helping your child develop specific skills.
My role is different.
I support you as you navigate the emotional side of parenting a child with developmental differences or neurodivergence.
Together, we'll explore questions like:
How do I understand my child's unique needs?
How can I respond to challenging moments with confidence?
How do I advocate without burning myself out?
How do I balance therapies, appointments, and everyday family life?
How do I care for myself while caring for everyone else?
Frequently Asked Questions
A few things you may be wondering..
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Absolutely. Many parents seek support long before a diagnosis is made. Whether you're noticing developmental differences, waiting for an evaluation, or simply looking for guidance, you don't have to wait until you have all the answers.
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No. In this service, you are the client. While we'll spend a great deal of time talking about your child, our work is centered on supporting you as the parent or caregiver. The goal is to help you feel more confident, informed, and supported as you navigate your child's unique developmental journey.
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Your child's providers focus on supporting their development. Our work focuses on supporting you. Parenting a neurodivergent or developmentally different child can bring unique emotional, practical, and relational challenges. Therapy provides a space to process those experiences while helping you better understand and advocate for your child.
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Yes. While I don't complete evaluations or determine eligibility, I have experience working alongside families navigating Early Start and Regional Center services. I can help you process recommendations, understand how different supports fit together, and feel more confident advocating for your child.