Neurodivergent Autistic Fascist Government Survival Guide Prioritize Sensory and Emotional Regulation Create a safe space where you can...

By Amy Duffy-Barnes, LMSW Clinical, Licensed Clinical Therapist at Heartstone Guidance Center Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder...

In our complex societal landscape, the interplay of race, class, and ability often shapes the experiences of marginalized communities. As...

"Not only are these children getting left behind, but some schools seem to be purposefully running them over with the school bus. As a...

Understanding the Neurodiversity Affirming Framework The neurodiversity affirming framework is a progressive approach that acknowledges...

Do not retreat forever into bright and gentle minds, resist the urge to stay hidden in safer space. By following our minds' swirling...

*All of Heartstone Guidance Center's therapists who see autistic clients are autistic. As licensed mental health professionals who are...

I recently took a trip to Maui where a scuba lesson went wrong and the instructor became upset with me, telling me I shouldn’t give up,...

Understanding Neurodiversity Neurodiversity is a concept that recognizes and respects the range of differences in individual brain...

Neurodivergence refers to the variation in the human brain regarding sociability, learning, attention, mood, and other mental functions....

1. Deep breathing exercises: Taking slow, deep breaths can help regulate the nervous system and promote relaxation. 2. Grounding...

Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a behavioral pattern observed in children and adults who exhibit extreme resistance to everyday demands,...

Healing from trauma involves addressing both the emotional and physical aspects of the experience. Somatic exercises offer a powerful...

The diversity of human experiences enriches our world, and embracing this diversity is essential for creating an inclusive and...

1. Task Prioritization and Time Management: Create a daily or weekly to-do list, ranking tasks by urgency and importance. Use...

Heartstone Guidance Center is a group of neurodivergent therapists providing neurodiversity-affirming therapy to other neurodivergent...

A sensory diet is a carefully planned and individualized set of sensory activities designed to provide comfort, regulation, and support...

Understanding False Self Constructs: False self constructs are external masks and personas that neurodivergent individuals adopt to fit...

Breathwork is an ancient practice that harnesses the power of conscious and intentional breathing to promote physical, emotional, and...

In recent years, a concept called "double empathy" has gained recognition as a framework for understanding and improving the interactions...