Neurodivergence

Therapy and evaluation for neurodivergent individuals in Ottawa, IL. Thrive Collective supports those with ADHD, autism, and learning differences through strengths-based, individualized care.

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“Why Am I So Exhausted All the Time?” Autistic Burnout Isn’t Regular Burnout
“Why Am I So Exhausted All the Time?” Autistic Burnout Isn’t Regular Burnout 1000 680 Dr. Menon

You read the burnout articles. You took the vacation. You set the boundaries, deleted the app, bought the planner. And you’re still exhausted in a way that sleep doesn’t touch.…

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You Know What You Need to Do. So Why Can’t You Do It?
You Know What You Need to Do. So Why Can’t You Do It? 1792 1008 Dr. Menon

You have a deadline. You know it. You have known it for two weeks. You have thought about it every single day. You have opened the document at least four…

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Therapy 101: Why Intensives for ADHD and Autism Are a Great Starting Point
Therapy 101: Why Intensives for ADHD and Autism Are a Great Starting Point 1000 651 Dr. Menon

Therapy 101: Why Intensives Are a Great Starting Point Wondering about ADHD or Autism? Here’s Why Therapy Intensives Are the Perfect Place to Start Starting therapy can feel both exciting…

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Neurodivergence and Cultural Context I had the chance to sit down with Patrick from @AllThingsPrivatePractice, on his podcast, All Things Private Practice Podcast, where the focus is authenticity, normalizing self-doubt…

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Is It a Skill Problem or a Motivation Problem? How to Help Your Child Succeed
Is It a Skill Problem or a Motivation Problem? How to Help Your Child Succeed 1707 2560 Dr. Terry

Why can’t my kid __________? Fill in the blank. Get themselves dressed. Get their planner signed. Stay at the table through a whole meal. Or why won’t my kid listen…

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Good Enough Parenting
Good Enough Parenting 2560 1707 Dr. Terry

Parenting is hard. And even when it’s easier, we often find ways to turn up the pressure on ourselves. Or we directly and indirectly feel the pressure from around us.…

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Pathological Demand Avoidance – Guest Post by Dr. Jessica Myszak
Pathological Demand Avoidance – Guest Post by Dr. Jessica Myszak 800 800 Dr. Menon

I’d like to introduce a new colleague of mine, Jessica Myszak. We have a shared interest in supporting neurodivergent clients with evaluations and therapy. Since we are both credentialed with…

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