Blog Posts
Why Some Autistic People Need a Purpose to Leave the House
For some autistic people, leaving the house isn't about anxiety or not wanting to socialise. Sometimes, they simply need a reason to go out. Having a clear purpose, such as work, meeting someone or doing something they enjoy, can make leaving home much easier. Understanding this can help us look beyond assumptions and better understand the different ways autistic people experience the world.
Why I Became a Counsellor!
After discovering I was autistic at 30, I began to understand why my own experience of counselling hadn't worked for me. That experience ultimately inspired me to become the counsellor I wish I had met, someone who listens without judgement, understands neurodiversity and adapts therapy to the person, rather than expecting the person to fit the therapy. Today, I use my own experiences to help others feel understood, accepted and able to be themselves.
Growing Up Autistic Without Knowing: Finding Out I Was Autistic at 30
Growing up, I always felt like there was something different about me, but I didn’t understand why. From struggling with school and social situations to finding my emotions difficult to understand, many things only started to make sense when I was diagnosed as autistic at 30. In this personal blog, I share my experience of growing up without knowing I was autistic, why I decided to seek a diagnosis while preparing to get married, and how counselling can help adults understand their neurodiversity and themselves with greater kindness.
When You Don’t Feel Seen: How Counselling Can Help Autistic People
Being autistic can sometimes mean feeling unseen or misunderstood. Comments like “you don’t look autistic to me” can be difficult and can make you question your own experiences. In this blog, I explore what it can feel like to live in a world that does not always understand autism, the impact of masking, and how counselling can provide a safe space to be heard and understood.
Living as a High-Functioning Autistic Adult in a World That Doesn't Always See Me
Many autistic adults appear to be coping on the outside while quietly managing constant pressure beneath the surface. This blog explores what it's really like to live as a high-functioning autistic adult, the hidden challenges that often go unnoticed, and how understanding, acceptance, and counselling can make a meaningful difference.
Have you ever wondered if you might be neurodivergent? Maybe you've spent years feeling different, struggling with social situations, change, sensory overload, emotions, or everyday tasks without understanding why. This article explores the signs of autism and ADHD in adults, masking, burnout, sensory overload, AuDHD and how counselling can help you better understand yourself. Most importantly, it looks beyond labels and asks a simple question: “What do I need to be myself?”