Neurodivergent Affirming Therapy NYC
Releasing the pressure to “fit in”, so you can feel safe being fully yourself.
A core value of our approach at Authentically You Therapy is being a neurodivergent-affirming and person-centered.
We don’t push strategies that ignore the reality of sensory needs, executive functioning differences, or burnout. Instead, we validate your experiences and help you build systems that work with your brain, not against it.
While we believe your uniqueness is your super power, we also acknowledge the experience of being neurodivergent doesn’t always feel this way. You’re probably familiar with…
Feeling like you are speaking a different language than everyone around you
Masking your natural tendencies just to fit in—or avoid judgment
Feeling misunderstood by family, teachers, or coworkers who expect you to “try harder”
Burning out from holding everything together, even when your body and mind are signaling overload
The shame that builds up over being told you are always doing things “wrong”
Many neurodivergent people move through the world feeling misunderstood, overstimulated, or pressured to mask who they are. Neurodivergent-affirming therapy creates a space where your needs make sense—and where you can build tools that genuinely support your life.
Neuro-affirming therapy is for anyone with Autism, ADHD, PDA, learning disabilities and all other forms of neurodivergence.
Including everyone who has felt their inner-world has never lined up with the way the world wants them to function.
Ways neuro-affirming therapy can help you…
Social Challenges
Being neurodivergent can often feel like others were given a guide to social interactions that you never received. We can help you explore these challenges and work towards meaningful connections
Anxiety
Anxiety is common experience among those who are neurodivergent as a result of trying to function in unaccommodating systems. We will explore these challenges & identify ways to decrease anxiety
Body Image & Eating Difficulties
Feeling like your body doesn’t fit in combined with difficult sensory experiences with food can feel overwhelming. We can support you in finding body peace and find ways of eating that suit your needs.
Depression
Similar to anxiety, it is common for depressive symptoms to emerge when navigating spaces that have made you feel shame for your differences. In our space, validation will always come first.
Sensory Overload
One of the most difficult experiences of being neurodivergent is getting easily overstimulated. We can help increase your toolkit of strategies to soothe your nervous system.
Burnout
Neurodivergent burnout often feels like hitting an invisible wall—exhaustion from masking, sensory overload, & pushing yourself to meet expectations.Together, we will explore self-care strategies.
You deserve support from a therapist who will validate your experience and who is equipped with strategies to help you to embrace your authenticity.