Introduction For many individuals socialised to prioritise social harmony or who experience marginalization by gender in medical or mental health settings, navigating the journey toward an adult autism diagnosis can feel like solving a puzzle with missing pieces. Each day may bring an elusive sense that something is “off,” a...Read More

Introduction Therapy can be a daunting task for those of us with neurotypes that don’t fit the accepted standards of traditional therapeutic models. For autistic and neurodivergent individuals, the process of finding a therapist who truly “gets it”—who understands the unique ways we process information, perceive the world, and express...Read More

The Intersection of Autism and Gender in Therapy: A Nuanced Exploration Navigating therapy as an autistic adult is a profoundly personal and often complex experience. For those who are also exploring their gender identity, the journey can be even more nuanced, with additional layers of challenges and triumphs to navigate....Read More

Introduction In my years as a psychotherapist working with neurodivergent individuals, I’ve encountered a growing body of research that underscores the complex and often intertwined relationship between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and gender diversity. A recent systematic review on ASD and gender dysphoria/incongruence revealed a pooled prevalence estimate of ASD...Read More

Introduction: Embracing Neurodiversity and Gender Inclusivity in the Workplace As the global conversation around diversity and inclusion deepens, the intersection of gender diversity and neurodiversity has begun to emerge as a critical area of focus. While much progress has been made in promoting inclusive workplaces for neurotypical individuals and cisgender...Read More