Neurodivergence
What does neurodivergence mean?As many as 15-20% of the American population are considered neurodivergent. Neurodivergence is not a diagnosis, but rather a common term that is used to describe the differences that occur in the way people's brains work. The use of the term "neurodiversity" challenges the old belief that there is a "right" and "wrong" way for the brain to work. Letting go of this old belief, the world has begun to recognize, accept, and embrace the wide range of ways that people perceive the world.
What conditions constitute neurodivergence?Here is a list of diagnoses and conditions that are considered under the umbrella of neurodivergence:
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How can therapy help with neurodivergence?
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Therapy with clinicians who are educated in neurodivergency can be helpful in many ways. Working with a therapist can help you to process your thoughts and feelings about your experiences as a neurodivergent individual. Our therapists can assist in exploring skills of self-advocacy that you can utilize in seeking a formal assessment, seeking adjunctive treatments, and securing accommodations.
Our clinicians can work with you to identify helpful coping skills and tools that assist with navigating the world as a neurodivergent individual. Our clinicians can also address mental health concerns that arise, while working with you from a person-centered approach, so that the interventions are tailored to the way that your mind works. |
If I am neurodivergent, does that mean that I need therapy?
Being neurodivergent does not automatically mean that one needs therapy. Therapy can be helpful in some of the ways listed above. Therapy can focus on navigating the world as a neurodivergent individual. Therapy can also be helpful if you are also struggling with a mental health concern, such as depression or anxiety, as a neurodivergent individual. It is important to work with a therapist who understands neurodiversity, so that you feel that the therapy you are engaged in is most helpful to you.
Online Therapy in NY for Neurodivergent Persons
Online therapy in NY for people who are neurodivergent can be just as effective as in office therapy. Online therapy in NY allows you to engage in sessions from the comfort of your home or another location that feels safe and private enough for you. Online therapy can be helpful if you have a busy schedule or a schedule that often changes. It can also be helpful if you feel that being in the office could be overwhelming for you, or that you are better able to focus on the therapy session from another location.
Our online therapists are here to help people with neurodivergency to work towards their therapy goals in the ways that work best for them. Here at Healing & Growth Counseling, we celebrate neurodiversity and work with each client individually to develop a treatment plan including goals, objectives, and interventions that are tailored to the way that their brain works.
Our online therapists are here to help people with neurodivergency to work towards their therapy goals in the ways that work best for them. Here at Healing & Growth Counseling, we celebrate neurodiversity and work with each client individually to develop a treatment plan including goals, objectives, and interventions that are tailored to the way that their brain works.
Questions about Therapy in NY for Neurodivergent Individuals?
Call us at (516) 406-8991. Speak with a therapist to answer your questions about therapy for neurodiversity.
