Why Do So Many Women Realise They Are Autistic During Perimenopause and Menopause
Over the last few years, I have noticed something interesting in my counselling practice. I am seeing more and more women in their forties and fifties who are either exploring whether they might be autistic or who have recently received an autism diagnosis. Of course, there are some obvious reasons for this. Many women begin…
People-Pleasing in Neurodivergent Adults
A little while ago, I shared that I would be exploring recurring themes I see in therapy with neurodivergent adults. If “not good enough” is one of the core beliefs, people-pleasing is often the strategy that grows around it. Many neurodivergent adults do not simply struggle with self-worth. They become highly skilled at managing other…
“Not Good Enough” and Neurodivergence
How It Develops — and How We Can Work With It in the Therapy Room One of the most common themes I see in my work with neurodivergent (ND) adults is the deep-rooted belief of “I am not good enough.” This applies especially to those diagnosed later in life, but it is also very present…
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