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Karen returns to ADHD Chatter Podcast with Alex Partridge

It was a real pleasure to recently join Alex Partridge once again on his insightful podcast, ADHD Chatter. Read more and watch the video here.

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Webinar: Is my relationship impacted by Neurodiversity?

Welcome to our online event where Karen will explore how neurodivergence can affect relationships. Book with Eventbrite

The power of realisation in ND couples therapy

I outline two cases in my therapy room where a client has had a profound moment of realisation about neurodiversity, beginning a transformation of their relationship.

Unmasking within the couple relationship

Years spent masking – suppressing stims, forcing eye contact, and silencing intense special interests – create a facade that allows neurodiverse people to navigate a world built for neurotypical (NT) minds

“When is enough enough?”: navigating neurodivergent relationships

I was recently asked a heart-wrenching question by a client: “When is enough enough?” Such a simple question, with so much conflict and emotional weight within.

5 common misconceptions about neurodivergence

Neurodivergence, encompassing conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, is often obscured by harmful misconceptions that perpetuate stigma and misunderstanding.

The importance of small gestures in long-term relationships

Small gestures are the building blocks of emotional intimacy. They communicate, more powerfully than any grand pronouncements, that you see your partner, you value them, and you are invested in their well-being.

Resolving the “mental load” imbalance in your relationship

Inequality can arise from a variety of factors, including differing expectations, communication styles, and varying levels of emotional labour.

“I’ll give you all of me”: the all-consuming feeling of limerence

John Legend’s soulful ballad, “All of Me,” captures the intoxicating euphoria of early love. But for neurodivergent (ND) individuals, this all-consuming experience can be both a blessing and a challenge. The song reminds me of many stories my clients tell me about their relationships.