If you recently realized that you’re autistic, ADHD, or AuDHD, it may feel like you’re getting to know yourself for the first time. This blog post is meant to affirm you & inspire curiosity and self-compassion… wherever you are in your journey of unmasking.

ADHDers need more than planners, apps, & executive functioning “hacks” in order to move sustainably through this world. Though all these tools can absolutely be helpful, they do not address the root causes of nervous system dysregulation & ADHD burnout. Join me & Deema Al-Omar in an enlightening conversation that just might change the way you understand (& take care of) your ADHD brain.

When does it feel safe to be you? If you’ve heard the advice “just be yourself” and felt frustrated by how generic it was, I want to share a more nuanced framework that acknowledges personal identities & lived experiences: masking vs. unmasking.

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.

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.

Explore excerpts from Liz’s Neurodivergent Letters, a weekly email series by holistic therapist Liz Zhou.

We understand that therapy for autistic people is not about “fixing your brain,” “curing autism” or “making you less neurodivergent.” It’s about supporting your full, authentic self.

Once you discover your neurodivergence, you may realize how much you’ve been hiding your true self. Let’s explore 5 types of unmasking, so you can live a more comfortable and authentic life.

If you’re an autistic person of color who feels alone — that makes sense, and you’re also not alone. Autism is often depicted as a white experience, though it shows up across all races, cultures, and identities. Let’s explore why self-diagnosis is valid, especially in the context of systemic challenges faced by BIPOC communities.

Traditional talk therapy isn’t always a fit for autistic adults. Learn about neurodiversity-affirming therapy, and how it can work with your brain to help you understand and unmask your authentic self.

An autistic therapist shares ways to regulate your nervous system, manage sensory overload, and accommodate your needs, so you can actually enjoy the journey.

An autistic therapist of color explains the challenges of under-diagnosis in BIPOC communities — and the impact of systemic oppression on nervous system regulation.