Autism & ADHD
Common Goals:
Daily Functioning & Organization
Creating sustainable routines for work, school, or home life
Building executive functioning strategies (planning, time management, task initiation)
Reducing overwhelm when starting or switching tasks
Creating sensory-friendly work or living spaces
Managing finances or budgeting in ADHD/autistic-friendly ways
Emotional & Mental Well-Being
Identifying and managing burnout signs
Practicing self-compassion and reducing internalized ableism
Recognizing and processing sensory overload or meltdowns
Understanding emotional triggers and building regulation strategies
Managing anxiety, depression, or rejection sensitivity
Social Skills & Relationships
Learning to set and maintain healthy boundaries
Navigating masking vs. authentic expression
Improving self-advocacy skills in personal and professional settings
Practicing communication strategies
Building and maintaining friendships or romantic relationships
Increasing comfort in group or networking situations
Self-Identity & Self-Acceptance
Exploring neurodivergent identity and strengths
Developing a positive self-image separate from productivity or perfectionism
Reframing past experiences through a neurodiversity lens
Finding safe spaces to unmask and be fully authentic
Building confidence in expressing needs and preferences
Life Transitions & Goals
Career planning or navigating workplace accommodations
Returning to school or pursuing higher education
Managing major life changes (moving, relationships, parenthood)
Balancing personal goals with rest and energy management