Blog | Julie Nathanson Counselling & Psychotherapy

The Push and Pull of AuDHD: Navigating Contradictory Needs

Living as an AuDHD person—navigating the intersecting traits of Autism and ADHD—is like walking a tightrope between opposing needs and...

Embracing Neurodivergence as a Woman: Challenges, Insights, and Personal Reflections

The journey of a neurodivergent woman is often one of complexity and discovery. From the subtle challenges that shape daily life to the...

Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD): What It Is and How to Manage It

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is a term used to describe an extreme emotional response to perceived or actual rejection, criticism,...

Grief vs. Depression: Understanding the Differences and Overlaps

Grief and depression are two profoundly emotional experiences that can often feel similar, yet they are distinct in their causes,...

"Who Am I? Exploring Identity Through the Lens of Depression"

Depression is more than sadness or low energy—it’s an experience that can touch every aspect of your life, including how you see...

The Connection Between ADHD, Autism, and Emotional Regulation

For individuals with ADHD or Autism, emotional experiences can feel intense and challenging to navigate. Difficulties with emotional...

Understanding the Link Between Anxiety and Physical Symptoms

Anxiety isn’t just a mental experience. For many, it manifests through physical sensations like a racing heart, muscle tension, digestive...

What Does It Mean to Be a Highly Sensitive Person?

Do you find yourself easily overwhelmed by loud noises, bright lights, or chaotic environments? Are you deeply moved by music, art, or...

Newly Diagnosed with ADHD or Autism? Here’s What You Need to Know

Receiving an ADHD or autism diagnosis in adulthood can be transformative. For many, it brings a sense of relief, helping explain lifelong...

Understanding Sensory Overload and How to Manage It

For many people with ADHD and autism, everyday environments can feel overwhelming. Sensory overload—a response to overstimulation of the...

The Experience of Grief: How the Grieving Process Manifests Itself

When we experience loss or great sadness in our life, grief is a common and natural response. But what is grief? Although grief is often...

Recognising the Signs of a Toxic Relationship

The Effects of Trauma

When we experience an event that causes us physical, emotional, psychological or spiritual harm, we can be left with lasting fear,...