Dr. Jami Heyting (she/her/hers) is an ADHD member of a neurodivergent 2e (twice exceptional) family, abundant with amazing Autists & ADHDers. It was the experiences that she and her family encountered living in a neurotypical world that ignited her passion to serve fellow neurodivergent folk.
Online Therapy in Washington State for ADHD or Autism
Are you neurodivergent, living in a neuro-majority world? It’s not easy, is it? You might want a counselor, but you need someone who is neurodiversity-affirming, who really understands your unique brain. Where do you start? Maybe you live in Seattle or Spokane, and you’ve got better things to do with your time than spend it in your car trying to get to your therapy appointment. Maybe you live in Stehekin, or Snoqualmie, a long way from mental health services. Or, maybe you’re just more comfortable getting therapy from the privacy of your own home.
Are you neurodivergent, living in a neuro-majority world? It’s not easy, is it? You might want a counselor, but you need someone who is neurodiversity-affirming, who really understands your unique brain. Where do you start? Maybe you live in Seattle or Spokane, and you’ve got better things to do with your time than spend it in your car trying to get to your therapy appointment. Maybe you live in Stehekin, or Snoqualmie, a long way from mental health services. Or, maybe you’re just more comfortable getting therapy from the privacy of your own home.
You want quality counseling services with someone who really understands you, but you also need a solution that fits your way of life. Adult Autism Assessment & Services might be the answer for you. We’re not just about autism and ADHD assessment. We provide neurodiversity-affirming counseling and life coaching that is designed to support all neurodivergent adults.
Our counselors are caring, compassionate, and they will not judge you. They know that there’s nothing wrong with being autistic or having ADHD; they’re just different ways of looking at the world. Our therapists will not try to change you, but they are here to support you on your journey to reaching your life goals. They value and respect neurodiversity. In fact, a number of our counselors are neurodivergent themselves, either autistic or ADHDers or AuDHDers. Through our secure video chat, we can offer you effective, convenient mental health services to meet your needs without leaving your home.
With online therapy, you’ll never worry about being stuck in a rush hour traffic jam on I-5 or I-405. Instead, access our secure platform on your laptop, computer, tablet, or smartphone, and you can have your therapy from the comfort of your own home.
Here are some other benefits of online therapy:
No need to worry about the cost of gasoline and parking with online therapy through Adult Autism Assessment & Services. With the money you saved by not having to drive to your therapist’s office, you could treat yourself. How many cups of joe from Vivace, Rockabilly Roasting Co, or Hotwire can you get with the gas money you saved?
It’s stressful going to your first appointment in an office you’ve never been to before. You have to find your way there, then find a parking place, and if it’s in a big office building you have to figure out which floor it’s on and find the right office. Many neurodivergent people find it stressful to be around people, talk to the receptionist, and sit in a waiting room with strangers. If this is true for you, then online therapy is your solution. Stay stress-free at home by accessing your therapy online, from wherever you choose to be.
Wouldn’t you like an extra hour or two every week? Rather than spending that time in your car traveling to and from therapy, consider online counseling. The luxury of staying home instead of going out to your appointment is yours at no additional cost. Enjoy the time you save however you like.
If you’re autistic, you may also have depression, anxiety, or PTSD. It’s not easy having a different brain in a neurotypical world. Perhaps you have struggled with social conversations, or with friendships and relationships. You may have experienced trauma if others took advantage of your trusting nature. You need an online therapist who understands neurodivergence on a personal level. So you don’t have to camouflage your true self when you choose online therapy with Adult Autism Assessment & Services. There is no judgment here, only acceptance and respect. Unmask, stim, you be you, and get the support you deserve.
If you’re an ADHDer, chances are you have trouble with executive function tasks such as time management, organization, or planning. No matter how hard you try to do it all, eventually there’s just too much going on, and you drop the ball. You’re smart, but it’s not easy to focus on what you need to do. You’re surrounded by fascinating random topics to learn about and research. An online counselor can help you take control of your attention, rather than diving into one rabbit hole after another. There’s nothing wrong with rabbit-holes when you choose to explore, but when your ADHD gets in the way of your goals, it’s time to do something. Let one of our counselors help you live your best life with ADHD.
For a highly sensitive person, the world can be a sensory nightmare. Are you overwhelmed by loud noises, bright lights, smells, textures, or anything that assaults your senses? It’s exhausting, isn’t it? If you want support and strategies to help you keep sensory overload from going over the brink into meltdown, online therapy may be your solution. Meet with one of our specialists at Adult Autism Assessment & Services. You’ll learn new strategies to manage your sensory overload so you can live your life the way you want to live, not at the mercy of sensory defensiveness.
Online therapy is highly effective for many people. ADHDers have learned to manage their time and life. Autistic adults have learned to honor their amazing brains, and celebrate their differences rather than masking and hiding them. Highly sensitive adults have found strategies that help them cope with the sensory-rich world so that they can live in it without being overwhelmed by it. How about you? What do you want to get out of online therapy? Take the next step to find out.
No matter where you live in the Evergreen State of Washington, you can access online therapy services, without leaving home. Take that first step and get a free, 30-minute online consultation with one of our counselors. Our Practice Manager, the marvelous Meagan, can help you get started. Email her at [email protected] or call her at (503) 850-2361 and ask for a free consultation. She’ll take it from there. You deserve to live your best life to the fullest. Let us help you make the most of it.
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Chihuly Garden and Glass Art Museum
Seattle, WA
An autistic man I know loves the Netflix TV show, Blown Away, a glass-blowing competition for glass artisans from across North America. The intensity of the colors, the imaginative shapes, and seeing them emerge from the fire, all work together to make this a visually compelling production.
WELCOMING WASHINGTON
Autism-Friendly Services in WA State
Washington State has a lot of autism-friendly services you may not be aware of. You’ve probably heard about the Autism Society of Washington, but have you heard about the Washington Autism Alliance, or the Autism Empowerment Support Group, or the Square Pegs Social Group in Seattle?
