Frequently Asked Questions

Real questions, real answers. From one divergent brain to another.

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  • Nope. No diagnosis or referral needed.

    You don’t need an ADHD or other neurodivergent diagnosis to work with me. Many people are still exploring; others don’t want a diagnosis — that’s okay. I support self-identified, professionally diagnosed, and undiagnosed folks alike. Access to care shouldn’t depend on paperwork.

  • It means we don’t treat your brain like a problem to fix. We focus on understanding how your nervous system works, what supports it, and how to build environments that fit you. My work draws from Polyvagal Theory, trauma-informed care, and lived experience with ADHD.

  • Some people come short-term; others stay longer for deeper work. We set goals together, check in often, and adjust pace. If therapy stops being useful, we name it and shift.

Getting Started

Working with Kids
& Families

  • Yes, I work with children, teens, and adults.

    For kids and younger teens, parents are actively involved in sessions and planning. Both legal guardians must provide consent unless one has sole custody.

    Teens 12+ can sometimes consent on their own if they’re able to make informed choices.

  • Both parents/legal guardians are required to consent to counselling services unless sole custody has been awarded. I request that the parent requesting the services and attending with the child inform the other parent and provide my details.

    That being said, children 12 years and older are often able to make informed decisions about their health and consent to counselling without parent involvement.

  • My therapeutic role is strictly limited to the provision of counselling. I am ethically unable to participate in dual roles, such as acting on your behalf in legal proceedings, including to testify in court, whether in person or by affidavit.

    Please let me know if you require such services and I can make a referral to an additional and/or appropriate professional to meet your needs.

    If you are involved in any legal proceedings, you agree that neither you, nor the lawyer, nor anyone else acting on your behalf, will call on me to testify in court or at any other proceeding, nor request disclosure of your counselling records, nor refer in any court filing to anything staff have said or done.

    Such an agreement may not prevent a judge from requiring my testimony, even though I will work to prevent such an event, including reviewing with you the potential risks in doing so.

    If I am required, I will provide information as needed and only when appropriate release forms are signed or the court order is provided. As your therapist, I am ethically bound not to give my opinion or recommendations about any legal proceeding decisions.

    If I am required to appear as a witness, the party responsible for my participation will reimburse my fees that will be set in accordance with the nature of the service involved.

  • Both! I see clients in-person in Houston, B.C. and online across the province. You choose what feels best — and we can switch formats anytime.

  • Our first session is about getting to know you — what brings you here, what’s been hard, and what helps. If direct questions feel stressful, I can send the intake questions ahead of time, including visual options if that’s easier to process.

    You’re welcome to stim, move, or bring regulation tools or support people that help you feel grounded. We’ll move at a pace that feels safe and figure out what works best for your brain and body. The goal isn’t to “fix” you — it’s to build understanding and safety so real change can happen.

  • Every brain works differently — therapy should too.

    In my space (online or in-person), we start by setting clear expectations to lower uncertainty and anxiety. You can stim, fidget, move, or bring regulation tools that help you feel grounded.

    If open-ended questions feel overwhelming, I’ll offer choices or closed-ended ones. We can talk about more than feelings — or redefine what feelings mean in a way that makes sense to you.

    We’ll collaborate on what feels helpful each session and make adjustments as we go. There’s room for hyperfixations, tangents, and special interests — they’re valid ways of connecting and sources of self-worth.

    We can also explore topics many neurodivergent folks bring: masking and unmasking, burnout, overwhelm, social breaks, sensory sensitivity, hyperfocus, creativity, stimming, and navigating ableism.

    My goal is to make therapy a place where your nervous system can breathe, your interests can shine, and your way of being is seen as fully valid.

  • Lots. You can stim, turn off your camera, bring fidgets, adjust lighting, dress comfy, or face away if eye contact is hard. This space is designed to feel safe for your body and your brain. I welcome feedback and am more than happy to adjust my space and approach.

How We Meet

Safety, Privacy
& Fit

  • That’s really common — and it’s okay to name it here. We’ll go slow, set clear boundaries, and check in about safety and comfort along the way. There’s space for frustration, problem solving, and honesty.

  • Your privacy matters. I’ll review limits before we start (e.g., risk of harm, child protection, court orders, professional complaints processes). Outside those, your info stays here.

  • While I care deeply about your safety, I’m not set up as an emergency or crisis service and can’t respond quickly to urgent messages.

    For immediate help, please use:

    • 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline (call or text 24/7)

    • 310-6789 (BC Mental Health Support Line – no area code needed)

    • KUU-US Crisis Line (for Indigenous people in BC): 1-800-588-8717

    If you ever feel unsafe or in danger, please go to your nearest emergency department or call 911.

    See my Crisis Support page for more options.

    You don’t have to face a crisis alone — there are people available right now to help you stay safe.

  • I update availability on the Contact page. When the waitlist is closed, consultations pause too.

  • It’s just me here, and I keep a small caseload to maintain quality and presence. A short consult helps us confirm fit, goals, and accessibility needs before you wait.

  • When openings exist, book a brief consult. If we’re a good fit, I’ll add you to the list and contact you when a space opens. Waits are usually 3–4 weeks, sometimes shorter with cancellations. No referral needed.

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