Autism and ADHD Therapy In Wollongong and Online
Move from feeling overwhelmed by social struggles and focus issues to thriving in your world with confidence.
Does adapting to a world built for neurotypical expectations leave you feeling exhausted or misunderstood?
Maybe you’ve found yourself melting down at work after being overwhelmed by endless multi-tasking, or perhaps a social misstep left you feeling isolated and misunderstood. You might struggle to keep up with deadlines, manage daily tasks, or cope with sensory overloads, leaving you drained by the end of the day. Perhaps you’re feeling disconnected from others, unsure how to express your needs in a way that feels understood.
In every aspect of life, your neurodiversity shapes how you connect with the world around you:
- At work, you might find it challenging to stay focused, with common distractions like conversations easily pulling your attention away from tasks. Managing time and prioritising tasks can feel overwhelming, impacting both your performance and overall job satisfaction.
- In relationships, you may feel a growing sense of isolation, even when surrounded by others. The emotional distance that stems from communication barriers can leave you feeling alone, despite being in the same space as others.
- You might also experience heightened sensitivity to sensory inputs—everyday environments with bright lights, strong smells, or background noise can quickly feel overwhelming. This sensitivity can lead to discomfort or even avoiding certain places and situations, impacting your routines and social life.
These experiences go beyond typical distractions or misunderstandings; they reflect deeper challenges with focus, sensory processing, and social connection. Recognising these struggles is a vital first step. Through our work together, you’ll gain strategies to navigate daily life in a way that respects your unique needs, helping you achieve better focus, smoother social interactions, and a more fulfilling daily experience. Together, we’ll create adjustments that support your strengths and help you feel more comfortable in your world.
It may feel impossible now, but you can achieve lasting focus. You can enjoy fulfilling social connections. You can navigate daily routines with ease. And I can help you get there.
Therapy for Autism and ADHD helps you in three key ways:
Pinpointing the Root Causes:
Together, we’ll identify the core aspects of your neurodiversity that shape your daily experiences, such as attention challenges and sensory sensitivities. Gaining this understanding is the first step in managing these challenges.
Enhancing Social Skills:
Through tailored and targeted strategies, you’ll learn to interpret and respond to social cues more naturally, improving your interactions and helping you build stronger, more meaningful connections without anxiety.
Developing Practical Tools:
I’ll equip you with tailored tools and techniques to meet your specific needs—whether it’s managing time, organising tasks, or coping with sensory overload—so you can navigate life with greater confidence and ease.
So what does Austism and ADHD therapy look like?
I’ll guide you through this process, tailoring each step to meet your unique needs. My approach to Autism and ADHD therapy is rooted in understanding and empowerment, embracing neurodiversity as a unique strength rather than a flaw. We’ll focus on working with your brain—not forcing it to conform to neurotypical expectations—so you can thrive in a world that often feels mismatched. Whether that means sitting on the floor, pacing around the room, or even lying down. The environment is flexible and sensory-friendly, with soft lighting, fidgets, and options that help you manage sensory input and feel comfortable.
In my practice, I focus on working with your brain rather than trying to fit it into a neurotypical mold. Together, we’ll explore ways to advocate for your needs in social, work, and personal settings, creating a life that truly supports and celebrates who you are. This approach will empower you to create a life that works with you rather than against you, enhancing your interactions, relationships, and overall sense of balance and fulfillment.
When Chris Stopped Trying to 'Fix' His ADHD
Chris came to therapy feeling overwhelmed by his ADHD. He was recently diagnosed with ADHD and realised alot of his struggles were because of his ADHD. Managing ADHD as an adult was a whole new challenge. The demands of work and daily life left him feeling scattered, and he struggled to stay focused, especially in a busy, overstimulating work environment. On top of that, he found himself forgetting to reply to friends, and often out of energy from masking all day which left him feeling disconnected and, honestly, pretty lonely. Chris was frustrated. Simple tasks like cleaning felt impossible, and no matter how hard he tried, he always felt behind. His goal was to find strategies that worked for him so he could feel more balanced and connected—both at work and in his personal life.
During our sessions, one of the first things Chris realized was that ADHD wasn’t a flaw—it was just a different way his brain worked. And with the right tools, he could manage it. This shift in thinking really helped him be kinder to himself. He started seeing his “hobby-hopping” and curiosity as strengths, rather than distractions. We worked on building a flexible structure for his days—something that gave him enough focus to get things done but still kept things fun and interesting. Chris also started practicing self-compassion, which was a big one for him. Instead of beating himself up for making mistakes, he learned to give himself space to grow, without guilt. He stopped labeling himself as lazy or forgetful and began accepting that his brain just works differently. And that was okay.
If this sounds familiar and you’re ready to manage your neurodivergence in a way that works for you, reach out! Let’s help you find the balance and fulfillment you’re looking for.
Disclaimer: The stories presented here are based on real therapeutic experiences but have been de-identified to protect client privacy. These examples reflect actual therapeutic journeys at Intuitive Connection Counselling, offering insight into what therapy can look like and the progress that’s possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Therapy sessions for Autism and ADHD are designed to be supportive, engaging, and specifically tailored to your individual needs. We ensure the environment is adapted to neurodiversity, with elements like adjusted lighting and access to fidget tools to enhance comfort and focus. Each session may include a variety of approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral techniques, sensory integration activities, or social skills training, depending on what works best for you. Our focus is on practical strategies to help manage daily challenges, improve focus, and enhance social interactions. The goal is to create a comfortable environment where you can explore your thoughts and behaviors, gain insights, and develop skills that will help you navigate life more effectively.
A: The duration of therapy varies widely among individuals, as it is highly personalised to meet each person’s unique needs and goals. Some may see improvements and achieve their objectives within a few months, while others might benefit from longer-term support to manage more complex challenges associated with Autism or ADHD. We will work together to establish clear goals at the beginning and regularly review progress, adjusting the therapeutic approach as needed. This flexibility ensures that therapy remains relevant and effective, tailored to your evolving needs over time.
A: While the outcomes of therapy can vary from person to person, Autism and ADHD therapy is specifically designed to address the unique challenges associated with these conditions. Success in therapy often depends on several factors, including the nature of the challenges, the specific therapeutic techniques used, and your own commitment to the therapy process. During our sessions, we’ll employ evidence-based practices tailored to your specific needs, which have been proven to help many individuals improve their ability to manage symptoms, enhance communication skills, and increase overall functioning. We’ll also track progress together to ensure that the therapy is meeting your goals and make adjustments as needed. While no therapy offers guaranteed results, engaging actively and consistently in therapy sessions increases the likelihood of seeing positive changes.
A: Yes, our therapy services are available to both self-managed and plan-managed participants under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). If you are self-managed, you will handle the financial aspects of our services directly. If you are plan-managed, your plan manager will take care of the financial transactions on your behalf. We are here to assist you with the necessary paperwork and can provide invoices and documentation as needed for NDIS claims. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about how to use your NDIS plan with our services.
A: Getting started is simple. You can reach out via phone on 0489901504, email, or through my website to schedule an initial consultation. This first conversation is a chance for us to get to know each other, discuss what brings you to therapy, and how I can help. I’ll answer any questions you have and we’ll talk about what you hope to achieve. From there, we’ll schedule our first session.
Not ready to book yet? Let's have a quick chat about your neurospicy needs.
The Neurospice Decoder Call is for neurodivergent individuals (with Autism, ADHD, or both) who want to crack the code of their unique brains and thrive in a neurotypical world.
In this 15-minute decoding session, you’ll:
- Decipher your personal neurospicy challenges because understanding is the first step to thriving!
- Unlock emotion regulation techniques that resonate with your neurodivergent frequency.
- Decode the mysteries of social battery management be authentically you without burning out.
So you can start decrypting the world around you, enhance your relationships, and turn down the volume on daily stress.
Ready to become fluent in your brain’s language? Book your complimentary Neurospice Decoder Call by clicking here to schedule your code-cracking session.
Welcome to a place where being different isn’t just okay – it’s celebrated! Let’s make your neurodivergence work for you, not against you. Get ready for strategies as unique as you are!
