Parenting a neurodivergent child can present unique obstacles, from navigating sensory sensitivities to supporting emotional expression in ways that feel authentic to your child.
My parent support and consultation services are designed to help you overcome these challenges with understanding, compassion, and practical guidance. Whether you’re seeking advice, strategies, or a space to reflect on your experiences, I offer a supportive, neuroaffirming approach to help you feel empowered in your role as a parent or caregiver.
How I Can Help
As a neurodivergent therapist and parent myself, I have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by both neurodivergent children and their families. My goal is to work with you to build a deeper understanding of your child’s needs, strengthen your relationship, and provide the tools to navigate daily obstacles with confidence and clarity.
Through parent support and consultation, I offer guidance that is tailored to your family’s unique experiences, ensuring you feel supported and heard throughout the process.
I offer support in the following areas:
- Understanding your child’s neurodivergence: Gaining insight into how your child experiences the world and understanding their strengths, challenges, and unique needs.
- Supporting emotional expression: Helping you create environments that support your child’s emotional wellbeing, ensuring that their experiences are validated and respected.
- Building authentic connections: Guidance on fostering meaningful, genuine relationships with your child, supporting their social interactions and sense of self.
- Navigating challenging behaviours: Understanding the root causes of behaviours and exploring compassionate, neuroaffirming ways to address them.
- Practical strategies for everyday challenges: Offering neuroaffirming strategies to support your child’s sensory needs, executive functioning, transitions, and other day-to-day challenges.
The Benefits of Parent Support
Parent support and consultation can help you:
- Develop a deeper understanding of your child’s needs: Understanding your child’s neurodivergence provides clarity and helps you approach challenges with confidence.
- Improve communication: Learn strategies to communicate more effectively with your child, building a stronger connection based on mutual understanding.
- Reduce overwhelm: Tailored guidance helps you navigate daily obstacles and reduce frustration when challenges arise.
- Build a supportive environment: Create home and school environments that are more accommodating to your child’s sensory, social, and emotional needs.
- Gain emotional support: Parenting a neurodivergent child comes with emotional complexity. I provide a space where you can reflect, process, and receive support for your own wellbeing.
What to Expect in Parent Support & Consultation
Each consultation is designed to meet your specific needs, whether you’re looking for one-time advice or ongoing support. During our sessions, we’ll work together to explore your child’s needs, and identify strategies that will help you address obstacles with confidence.
My goal is to provide practical advice and emotional validation, ensuring that you feel supported and understood throughout the process.
Is Parent Support Right for You?
Parent support and consultation are ideal for parents and caregivers who are looking to:
- Understand their child’s neurodivergence more deeply.
- Receive tailored guidance for supporting their child’s emotional and social experiences.
- Learn strategies for managing challenging behaviours.
- Build a more neuroaffirming and supportive environment at home or school.
- Reflect on their experiences and receive support in their parenting journey.
I’m here to support you every step of the way as you navigate your parenting journey. Whether you’re looking for advice, practical strategies, or just a safe space to reflect, I’m committed to helping you feel empowered and confident in your role. Together, we’ll work towards creating a more understanding, supportive, and compassionate environment for both you and your child. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you’d like to explore how we can work together.
