Liz Zhou
Holistic Trauma Therapist, Coach, Speaker
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I help highly sensitive, neurodivergent adults & couples heal their nervous systems & connect with their authentic selves.
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Sensory Care for the Nervous System
Having options for self-care is so important — not just for our own nervous system health, but also for the health of our communities. Every nervous system that heals, rests, and is cared for, creates ripple effects for the collective healing of all.
What is Neurodiversity-Affirming Care? | Differences are Not Deficits
The care you receive – whether in therapy, coaching, or other healing spaces – shouldn’t require you to mask. It should allow space for your authentic self, autonomy, and choice in every step of the process.
What Does it Mean to be Neurodivergent? | Identity, Neurotype, Diagnosis, & Disability
Let’s unpack why “normal” is a social construct; why we shouldn't pathologize people for being different; and why we all fall somewhere along the spectrum of neurodivergence to neurotypicality.
Nervous System Tips for Neurodivergent Folks in Burnout & Meltdown Mode
As neurodivergent (autistic, ADHD, highly sensitive) people, we face an uphill battle when it comes to regulating our nervous systems: the stressors of everyday life, the weight of collective traumas, and a world that wasn’t built for our wiring.
Healing Complex Trauma as a Neurodivergent Person: The Speed of Trust
Here’s what it means to trust our nervous systems — even if healing feels unbearably slow sometimes. Neurodivergent therapist Liz Zhou shares insights on healing complex PTSD.
Neurodivergent Pep Talk: There’s Nothing Wrong with Being Different
The world needs many different types of people... because if we were all the same, how boring would that be? Neurodivergent therapist, Liz Zhou, shares affirmations for autistic, ADHD, and highly sensitive folks.
For Grieving Neurodivergent Adults: How to Care for Your Nervous System in Painful Times
Learn how grief shows up for late-diagnosed autistic & ADHD adults. Discover neurodivergent-friendly self-care practices, and the best therapies for processing grief (Brainspotting and IFS).
How to Recover from Autistic Burnout: 5 Types of Rest
Feeling like you’re running on empty? Learn about autistic burnout and how to manage it. We’ll explore different types of rest needed for recovery — from sensory breaks to social boundaries — providing actionable strategies to restore your energy.
For Highly Sensitive, Neurodivergent Adults: 4 Things Making Your Sensory Overload Worse
Constant overstimulation, burnout, and meltdowns don’t have to be your norm. A neurodivergent therapist shares 4 simple changes that can help you regulate your nervous system and develop a flexible capacity to handle stress.
For Neurodivergent Adults: 6 Creative Ways to Regulate Your Nervous System
Many neurodivergent adults (autistic, ADHD, highly sensitive) experience emotional intensity, sensory overload, and social challenges that dysregulate their nervous systems. This blog post explores 6 unique ways ND folks can care for their nervous systems through sight, sound, taste, smell, touch, and the crucial practice of taking breaks from sensory input.
How Do I Know if I’m Neurodivergent? | The Umbrella of Neurodivergence
Explore the broad spectrum of neurodiversity, from innate neurodivergence like autism, ADHD, and high sensitivity; to acquired differences resulting from trauma and other experiences. We’ll explain why both formal diagnoses and self-diagnosis are valid; and why there is no such thing as a 100% neurotypical person.
EMDR vs. Brainspotting: Which is Better for Neurodivergent Brains?
EMDR and Brainspotting offer unique approaches to brain-body healing. Discover which therapy might be a better fit for you based on factors like structure, flexibility, and session frequency (weekly vs. intensive).