ADHD & Autism Therapy for Children & Teens in Centennial, CO | Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy

Supporting Children with ADHD, Autism, and Neurodivergent Needs

If your child has ADHD, autism, or a twice-exceptional (2e) profile, therapy can help them feel more understood and supported. But parenting a neurodivergent child isn’t always simple. Maybe your child:

• Holds it together at school, then melts down at home

• Becomes overwhelmed by transitions, expectations, or sensory input

• Struggles with anxiety, frustration, or emotional regulation

• Masks their true self to fit in and comes home exhausted

• Feels misunderstood by teachers, peers, or family

You may find yourself constantly trying to figure out what they need, how to respond, and how to support them without pushing them too far. Therapy can help you better understand what your child needs and how to support them effectively.

Therapy shouldn’t be another place where your child is expected to “fit in” or mask. As a neurodivergent-affirming child and teen therapist in Centennial, CO, I specialize in working with children with ADHD, autism, and twice-exceptional (2e) profiles, especially those who experience anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and masking.

My approach focuses on nervous system regulation, emotional understanding, and authentic connection, rather than compliance or behavior control.

What Does “Neurodivergent-Affirming” Therapy Mean?

Neurodivergent-affirming therapy recognizes that your child’s differences are not problems to fix, but part of who they are. Instead, it’s grounded in the belief that neurodivergence is a natural and valuable part of human diversity. In this space, your child is:

• Not forced into “normal” or expected behavior for approval

• Encouraged to communicate in ways that feel safe for them

• Supported in understanding their brain-body connection

• Respected for their sensory, social, and emotional needs

• Given tools for navigating a world not always built for them

Whether your child masks at school, experiences shutdowns or meltdowns, struggles with transitions, or feels deeply misunderstood, therapy offers a space where they can begin to feel safe, accepted, and seen.

What Sets My Work Apart

I integrate Synergetic Play Therapy with a nervous system-informed, neurodivergent-affirming approach. This allows us to support both your child’s emotional experience and how their body responds to stress and overwhelm.

This is especially helpful for children who:

• Mask at school or in social settings

• Experience meltdowns, shutdowns, or emotional outbursts, especially after school

• Feel overwhelmed by expectations or constant demands

• Haven’t responded to traditional strategies

In our work together, your child can:

• Better understand what’s happening in their body, recognizing early signs of overwhelm or overstimulation

• Build capacity to stay with big feelings safely

• Develop regulation skills that work in real-life situations

• Increase self-understanding, confidence, and self-compassion

• Practice social skills that feel authentic and lead to increased connection

This leads to more sustainable change and long-term healing, not just short-term compliance.

How Therapy Works

Many parents aren’t sure what therapy will look like for a neurodivergent child. As a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, I use a combination of play therapy, expressive arts, and nervous system-informed support tailored to your child’s developmental level and neurotype.

Sessions are individualized and may include:

• Sensory-informed regulation strategies

• Support for anxiety, overwhelm, and masking

• Exploration of identity, strengths, and self-advocacy

• Tools for understanding their unique brains and nervous systems

This is not about changing your child—it’s about helping them feel more regulated, confident, and understood.

Sessions are held in-person in Centennial, CO, and typically begin weekly or biweekly to build consistency and trust.

Each session includes:

• 40 minutes with your child

• 10-minute caregiver check-in for insight and guidance

You are an essential part of this process. I work with parents to:

• Understand what’s driving behaviors like meltdowns or shutdowns

• Respond in ways that support regulation

• Advocate for your child in school and other environments

• Feel more confident and less overwhelmed in day-to-day parenting

You’ll have clarity and support, not just trial and error. I also collaborate with teachers, school teams, and other providers when appropriate to support coordinated care, including support around IEPs and 504 Plans.

Session Cost: $155 per session. I can provide needed documentation (such as superbills) for out-of-network reimbursement if applicable.
Reduced Rate: A limited number of reduced-fee spots are available—please reach out to inquire.

Supporting Your Child Without Changing Who They Are

Your child deserves support that honors who they are, not who they’re expected to be.

With the right approach, children can:

→ Feel more regulated and less overwhelmed

→ Build confidence and self-understanding

→ Improve communication and connection

→ Navigate the world in a way that works for them

You don’t have to keep guessing how to support your child. In a free 15-minute parent consultation, we can talk through what’s going on and how to best support them. Fill out the contact form below to schedule your free parent consultation call.