Neurodivergent Counselling

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Support for ADHD, Autism, and Other Neurodivergent Experiences

Navigating life as a neurodivergent person can come with unique strengths and challenges. Whether you have ADHD, autism, or other neurodivergent traits, VIVA Therapy offers a space where you can explore your experiences without judgment.

We recognise that neurodivergence is not a disorder to be ‘fixed’ but a different way of thinking, feeling, and interacting with the world.

Why Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy Matters

Many neurodivergent individuals experience challenges such as:

Feeling misunderstood or unsupported
Difficulty with organisation, motivation, or focus
Sensory sensitivities and overwhelm
Anxiety, burnout, and emotional regulation difficulties
Struggles with masking, identity, and self-acceptance
Navigating relationships, friendships, and work environments

Our neurodivergent-affirming approach ensures you receive support that truly understands your needs. Therapy should empower you, not make you feel like you need to conform to neurotypical standards.

What We Can Support You With

At VIVA Therapy, we provide a space where you can:

Understand your neurodivergent traits and how they impact your life
Learn practical strategies to manage overwhelm, executive function challenges, and emotional regulation
Develop self-compassion and unmask in a way that feels safe and authentic
Process past experiences of rejection, shame, or feeling ‘not good enough’
Explore identity, self-advocacy, and navigating a neurotypical world

Our Approach to Neurodivergent Counselling

We believe in working with your brain, not against it. Our approach is:

Affirming – We celebrate neurodivergence as a natural part of human diversity.
Client-Led – Therapy is tailored to your needs, preferences, and communication style.
Practical – We provide useful tools and strategies to make life easier, without forcing neurotypical norms.
Empowering – Helping you embrace your strengths and advocate for your needs.

We integrate approaches such as:

Person-Centred Therapy – A space where you are fully accepted, just as you are.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Adaptations – Tailored strategies for managing anxiety, burnout, and executive function difficulties.
Mindfulness and Somatic Techniques – Tools to help with sensory regulation and emotional balance.

A Place Where You Are Understood

You don’t need to mask or explain yourself here—we get it. Whether you’ve recently discovered your neurodivergence or have known for years, therapy can offer support, strategies, and self-acceptance.

Take the Next Step

If you’re looking for neurodivergent-affirming counselling, VIVA Therapy is here to help. Reach out today to find support that truly understands and values you.