Creative Insights
AI Predicts Patterns, Not Meaning: The Limits of Language Models
Artificial intelligence can produce language that sounds thoughtful, calm, and authoritative. This article examines why that fluency is misleading, how language-based models actually generate text, and what is lost when prediction quietly replaces human judgment and responsibility.
Under the Surface: The Science of Masking and Authenticity
Masking isn’t just “fitting in” — it’s a survival strategy that neurodivergent adults use every day to navigate a world that wasn’t built for them. But constant adaptation comes at a cost: stress, exhaustion, and a subtle erosion of authenticity.
In this post, we explore the science behind masking, what it looks like in real life, and how understanding it through the “layers-of-clothing” analogy can help neurodivergent adults and their allies appreciate the balance between survival and self-expression.
Why the Self Care Wheel Is a Game-Changer for Your Well-Being
Self-care is more than routines or rest days. The Self Care Wheel is a simple, visual tool that helps you assess balance across physical, emotional, social, financial, and environmental areas so you can set realistic, sustainable self-care goals without overwhelm.
But more than tracking habits or checking boxes, the Self Care Wheel helps you understand how different parts of your life affect each other. When one area is consistently drained, it often shows up elsewhere as stress, burnout, or feeling stuck. By seeing your well-being mapped out in one place, it becomes easier to identify where support is needed and where small changes can have the greatest impact.
Rather than asking you to do everything at once, the Self Care Wheel encourages reflection, flexibility, and progress that fits your real life. If your energy, focus, or priorities change, the wheel can change with you.
Why Intake Matters — And How We Can Do It Better
Intake isn’t just a formality—it’s the first real experience clients have with therapy. When intake is confusing, overwhelming, or inaccessible, it can set the tone for the entire therapeutic relationship. Neuroinclusive intake practices prioritize clarity, accessibility, and respect for diverse ways of processing, helping clients feel safe, understood, and empowered from the very first interaction. This post explores why intake matters, how thoughtful design can reduce barriers, and how clinicians can create more equitable, client-centered care for everyone.
Why Every Therapist Needs a Practice Health Audit (And How to Do One Without Burnout)
Running a therapy practice takes more than clinical skill — it requires clear systems, financial awareness, and sustainable planning. A practice health audit helps therapists gain a grounded snapshot of what’s working, where gaps exist, and what truly needs attention. This post explores why audits matter for private practice therapists and how a calm, structured approach can support clarity and confidence moving into the year ahead.
A Gentle Holiday Sensory Break (And Permission to Take One)
Feeling overwhelmed this holiday season? 🎄
The holidays can be loud, bright, and exhausting — and it’s okay to need a pause. A sensory break is a short, intentional moment to reset your nervous system, reduce overwhelm, and care for yourself.
Download our free Holiday Sensory Break handout to guide you through:
Recognizing when you need a break
Simple steps to calm your body and mind
Helpful sensory tools and gentle reminders
Take a few minutes. Step away. Breathe. You deserve it. 💛
Why Setting Goals Feels So Hard With ADHD (and What Actually Helps)
Setting goals with ADHD isn’t about willpower—it’s about structure that actually works for your brain. Small, flexible steps, gentle prompts, and space to notice progress make goals doable instead of overwhelming. Learn how to make goals stick without pressure.
How a Holiday Planning Worksheet Can Reduce Stress and Help You Stay Organized
Struggling to keep your holiday season on track? Discover how a holiday planning worksheet can help you stay organized, reduce stress, and enjoy a smoother, more joyful holiday.
Is Telehealth Burning You Out?
If you want to make telehealth feel easier and more sustainable, I’d love to invite you to my free 15-minute webinar. It gives you simple ideas that immediately reduce telehealth fatigue and improve the online experience for you and your clients.
If you like the webinar, the Telehealth Connections Toolkit expands everything with scripts, accommodations, and ND-friendly adjustments you can start using right away. And if you ever want personalized support for your practice or team, that is where my consulting and coaching come in.