By Claire Mitchelmore – Provisional Psychologist You, or your child or loved one, are displaying symptoms consistent with an Autistic brain style and have been referred to a psychologist for an assessment. Receiving the news that you or a loved one may be autistic can bring up mixed emotions – relief and comfort that you … Read more
Contributors: Emma Spencer, Clinical Psychologist; Skye Rogers, Art Therapist; Pegah Arasteh, Art Therapist. As humans, we are inherently social creatures. From an evolutionary standpoint, building and maintaining relationships is crucial for our survival. Social skills enable us to connect, collaborate, and form bonds that help us navigate the world around us. For neurodivergent children, however, … Read more
By: Emma Spencer FAPS, Clinical Psychologist and Neuroaffirming Ally As we step into a new year, it’s a perfect time to set meaningful goals, especially for those navigating ADHD and Autistic brain styles. Whether you’re an adult or a parent of a neurodivergent child, setting achievable goals is an essential part of personal growth and … Read more
By Emma Spencer, Clinical Psychologist Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a profile on the autism spectrum characterised by an extreme avoidance of everyday demands, where overwhelming anxiety is triggered when the individual’s nervous system perceives a threat to their autonomy. PDA clients often experience anxiety as they feel threatened by external demands—whether it’s being asked … Read more