Autism

You show up prepared. You've thought about what you want to say. You explain things clearly, maybe even insightfully. You're doing therapy "well." A cascading stream flows gracefully amidst smooth, weathered stones, capturing the essence of nature's organic beauty. And somehow, that's part of the problem. If you're looking for trauma therapy in Columbus, Ohio, and you already feel pressure to succeed at healing, you're not alone. I see this pattern constantly with capable, hi

Lost in thought, she gazes out the window, exploring the depths of her inner world. "How do you feel toward this part?" You're sitting in therapy. Your therapist just asked you to focus on a part of yourself - maybe the one that gets anxious, or the one that shuts down, or the one that needs everything to be just right. "How do you feel toward it?" they ask. You pause. You search inside. And what comes up isn't a feeling. It's... understanding. Logic. A clear sense of why th

When we talk about privilege, most people immediately think of the visible forms: race, class, education, able-bodiedness. A white person doesn't get followed in stores. A wealthy person doesn't worry about making rent. Someone born into an upper-middle-class family has access to opportunities - quality education, professional networks, financial safety nets - that others don't. These privileges are well-documented and increasingly acknowledged. But there's another form of p

Individuals living on the autism spectrum often face added challenges on the daily basis. Because of this, anxiety is a condition often accompanying those with autism. Having practical methods for controlling and reducing symptoms can be key to maintaining an improved quality of life. Set Predictable and Reliable Routines When living with autism, you may seek comfort in having structure and predictability. You may not realize how much you rely on certain routines until they’r