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The Power of Perspective: Being an Autistic Therapist Supporting Others
The Autistic Therapist When I was diagnosed as autistic, I struggled with acceptance. I didn’t know how to process the information for myself. Every day, I sit with clients and listen while they take in the diagnosis and then begin to come to terms with what it means for them, and I am comfortable in…
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In-Person Autism and ADHD Testing Now Available in St. Cloud, MN!
Now Offering Autism and ADHD Evaluations for Ages 3+ In Person, and Online Services Across Minnesota Therapy Dynamics is thrilled to announce a major update: we now offer in-person autism and ADHD testing in St. Cloud, Minnesota! This new service complements our existing online autism evaluations throughout Minnesota, giving individuals and families more flexibility, comfort,…
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Therapy for Autistic Adults: What Works, What Doesn’t, and Why It Matters
Autistic adults often spend years — even decades — navigating a mental health system that was never built for them. Many enter therapy feeling like they’ve “failed” traditional approaches, when in truth, those approaches failed to meet them where they are. At Therapy Dynamics, we understand that therapy must be neurodivergent-affirming, adaptable, and respectful of…
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This Is Your Brain on Trauma: Understanding What Happens and Why It Matters
When something traumatic happens — whether it’s a single terrifying event or years of ongoing stress — your brain doesn’t just remember it. It reshapes itself around it. If you’ve ever wondered why your body reacts before your brain catches up…Why you can’t seem to “just move on”…Or why certain sounds, smells, or memories make…
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Thriving with ADHD: Coping Strategies for Adults
ADHD doesn’t just “go away” in adulthood — and it’s not a character flaw or a lack of willpower. It’s a brain that’s wired for interest, not always for instruction. For many adults, finally getting a diagnosis brings both relief and grief — followed by the question: What now? Whether you’re newly diagnosed or just…
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When You Are an Autistic Parent
Parenting is never one-size-fits-all. And when you’re an autistic parent raising an autistic child, the dynamic is layered with deep empathy, shared understanding, and sometimes mutual sensory overload. You are not broken. Neither is your child. What you are is beautifully complex and absolutely capable. At Therapy Dynamics, we honor the strengths and needs of…
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Children
What Is Pediatric OCD? Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that affects children as well as adults, often showing up between the ages of 7 and 12. OCD involves: Obsessions: Unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images, or urges that cause distress. Compulsions: Repetitive behaviors or mental acts children perform to try to reduce the distress…
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Understanding Autism in Girls: School, Social Life, and Home Challenges
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is widely recognized today, but much of the existing research and diagnostic criteria have historically focused on boys. This has left many autistic girls undiagnosed, misunderstood, or misdiagnosed. Girls with autism often present differently, masking their traits more effectively or expressing them in less recognized ways. This discrepancy has far-reaching implications,…
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“Is This Me?” Understanding the AuDHD Profile with Compassion and Clarity
Sometimes, people find their way into my virtual office—or into their own self-discovery journey—carrying a mix of questions that feel too big or too tangled to name.“I’ve always felt different, but I’ve also been everywhere all the time.”“I can hyperfocus for hours… but can’t remember where I put my keys five minutes ago.”“I need structure……
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Bridging the Gap: Understanding and Meeting the Needs of Autistic Individuals in Medical and Mental Health Care
Autistic individuals often navigate healthcare systems that are not designed with their unique sensory, communication, and cognitive needs in mind. As a result, many face challenges not only in accessing appropriate care but also in being understood, believed, and supported by healthcare professionals. Both medical and mental health providers have the opportunity—and responsibility—to create safer,…