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Learn how Autism and ADHD overlap, why ADHD can mask Autism, and what research reveals about living with both (AuDHD).

OCD, ADHD, and Autism often share overlapping traits like repetition, sensory differences, and executive functioning differences. This post explores their key differences, what drives each, and how to better support neurodivergent folks when traits coexist.

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy is one of the most effective, evidence-based treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). In this post, we’ll break down how the OCD cycle works, how ERP therapy interrupts it, what the research shows, and what to expect in sessions. You’ll also learn how ERP can be adapted for Autistic and ADHD brains in a neurodivergent-affirming way.

As the title suggests, we specialize in neurodivergent affirming therapy in Minnesota, working primarily with Autistic folks, ADHDers,...

In the past, I would have forced myself to stick with it, with lots of resistance, and grumbling (PDA anyone)? I would have guilted myself into going back to me. Felt shame for spending all that time, to only use it for a short while (sure - I'll take my PDA with a side of internalized ablesim, please)!

Well, it may or may not surprise you to know that even mental health professionals can fall into Autistic burnout. Maybe it doesn't surprise you because likely, many of us are hyper-empathetic to begin with. Perhaps you're thinking to yourself, "But I'm sure you talk to people about burnout recovery and prevention all the time. Shouldn't it be easier for you since you already know this stuff?"