by Emalyn Gooding – Clinical Psychologist | 5 December, 2025 | Neurodiversity Informed Psychological Therapy and Well-Being, Supporting Educators & Clinicians, Supporting Neurodiverse Adults, Supporting Neurodiverse Children & Teens, Supporting Parents & Neurodiverse Families
Trauma and Neurodivergence Have you ever wondered why so many neurodivergent people describe carrying a lifetime of small hurts, misunderstandings, and moments of overwhelm that shape how safe they feel in the world? Trauma for Autistic individuals and those with ADHD...
by Stuart Balachandran - Clinical Psychologist | 31 October, 2025 | General, Supporting Educators & Clinicians, Supporting Neurodiverse Adults, Supporting Neurodiverse Children & Teens, Supporting Parents & Neurodiverse Families
It is deeply human to seek connection and to desire the comfort of being heard, agreed with, or understood. Most of us have known how good it feels to share an opinion and be met with validation, or to say something vulnerable and receive a gentle, reassuring...
by Farisha Islam – Psychologist | 30 July, 2025 | General, Neurodiversity Informed Psychological Therapy and Well-Being, Supporting Educators & Clinicians, Supporting Neurodiverse Adults, Supporting Neurodiverse Children & Teens
Everyone has an inner voice that reflects on how things are going in life. For many, this voice can turn critical; pointing out mistakes, questioning decisions, or setting impossible standards. It might sound like: “You should be doing more,” “You’re too much,” or...
by Samantha Butterworth – Psychologist | 22 January, 2025 | Neurodiversity Informed Psychological Therapy and Well-Being, Supporting Neurodiverse Adults
Work can play a significant role in overall well-being, impacting not only financial stability but also aspects such as self-esteem, social identity, and personal fulfilment. For individuals with autism or ADHD, the workplace can present unique challenges that impact...
by Hannah McInnes - Practice Manager | 9 January, 2025 | Neurodiversity Informed Psychological Therapy and Well-Being, Supporting Neurodiverse Adults, Supporting Neurodiverse Children & Teens
Minds & Hearts’ group therapy programs are designed to help individuals build social-emotional skills, enhance relationships, and manage challenges related to neurodivergence. These evidence-based programs cater to children, adolescents, and adults. Our groups are...
by Dr Hugh Walker – Clinical Psychologist / Clinic Director | 6 December, 2024 | Neurodiversity Informed Psychological Therapy and Well-Being, Supporting Neurodiverse Adults
Section 1: Society, Difference, Camouflaging and the Critic Camouflaging and masking as a compensatory mechanism to being different. Camouflaging or masking refers to the process where autistic individuals mimic socially successful behaviours, suppressing their...
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