Specialties:
I am a neurodiversity-affirming therapist, which means that I respect the self-determination of neurodivergent people and tailor my therapy approach to each client and what works best for their brain/body.
I see the people I work with as the experts on their experience and work collaboratively with them to address problems they need support with. I focus on self-compassion, neurodivergent-friendly coping tools, supporting sensory needs, accommodations and advocacy.
I am passionate about continuing to learn about neurodivergence from neurodivergent people themselves and research that is neuro-affirming. I believe in the social model of disability and that there need to be societal changes to continue to improve the mental health of neurodivergent people.
Speaking:
I am passionate about the mental health of gifted, autistic and ADHD children, adults and families. I want to reduce stigma and share therapeutic techniques that are helpful to others. I am an experienced speaker and can present on a variety of topics.
Interested? Email: aileen.kelleher86@gmail.com