Neurodiverse Relationships
Neurodiverse relationships present unique strengths and challenges. While these partnerships can be particularly powerful and rewarding, they’re also often at increased risk of miscommunication and misunderstanding. The same differences that were once charming and attractive can become frustrating and alienating as time goes on, even coming across as selfish, oblivious, or intentionally harmful.
Some spouses feel as though their partner did a complete “180” after they committed to them. Like it was a bait-and-switch. They’re left wondering, Who did I really marry? And can we really make this work?
Therapy for Neurodiverse Relationships
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Neurotypical Partners
Perhaps you already knew your partner was on the autism spectrum. Or, perhaps you knew they were a little "quirky," but the diagnosis is new—and it explains so much! But just because you have an explanation doesn't mean you feel you have the tools to thrive in your relationship.
Partners of people on the autism spectrum are often incredibly empathic, driven, and emotionally intelligent. You deserve a life-giving relationship in which you flourish, in which your needs are met, and in which you don't feel like you're doing all the work. Therapy with individuals whose partners are neurodivergent usually focuses on boundaries, communication tools, and self-care strategies.
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Neurodivergent Partners
I love working with people on the autism spectrum. The hard work of therapy seems to come naturally to many of you because you already tend to think deeply and honestly. So deeply and honestly, in fact, that you've learned to "mask" most of the time because your radical authenticity can make some people uncomfortable. The thing is, your partner is longing for the real you to show up. Together, we'll work on tools, strategies, and core beliefs that are sabotaging your connection.
Whether you are doing this work individually or as a couple, I am thrilled that you are embarking on this journey toward greater understanding and profound appreciation for the way each of you has been uniquely and wonderfully made.
