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I Almost Quit Being A Therapist Due To Being Autistic
Instead of quitting being a therapist, I quit being a masked therapist performing neuronormativity. And that has made all the difference.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Aug 10, 20232 min read
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Is It Intergenerational Trauma or Autism? How about both!
approximately 90% of the individuals I encounter within my private practice are autistic and also have cPTSD.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Aug 9, 20232 min read
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What's The Point Of Neurodivergence-Affirming Therapy?
"Oh wow, so now everyone is autistic?" I encounter some form of this comment on my social media every day.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Aug 7, 20232 min read
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Unmaking: A Journey Toward Being Understood
I've always yearned to be comprehended, yet finding ways to effectively convey my thoughts to others has posed a continuous struggle.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Aug 5, 20232 min read
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How The Word #Adulting Is Super Ableist
Part of my unmasking journey has been to unpack what ableism is and how pervasive it is.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Jul 31, 20232 min read
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Being Autistic Can Make A lot Of Everyday Life Inaccessible
Autistic individuals experience life differently from allistic or neurotypical people

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Jul 30, 20232 min read
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Embracing Sensitivity: A Journey from "Indigo Child" to #ActuallyAutistic Therapist
Embracing our sensitivity and celebrating our unique perspectives can lead us to a life of authenticity and fulfillment.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Jul 22, 20233 min read
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AuDHD, Pattern Recognition, and Impulsivity: Navigating a Unique Brain
Being someone with both Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), lovingly referred to as AuDHD...

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Jul 11, 20233 min read
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On Being Autistic: The Loneliness of Being Misunderstood
Many autistics find themselves constantly solving life’s puzzles and mysteries only to find that our solutions or insights are...

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Jun 26, 20232 min read
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New favorite word: Neuroqueer
First of all, Happy Pride!

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Jun 25, 20232 min read
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Learning You're Autistic (late-discovered) Is Like A Dam Breaking Open
Discovering you are autistic forever changes you.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Jun 14, 20232 min read
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Being A Therapist Is A Lot Like Being A Conveyor Belt Worker
When I am in a therapy session, it is not uncommon for me to visualize myself as a conveyor belt worker.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
May 11, 20232 min read
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Unmasking My Autistic Experience: A Journey of Sensory Overload and Self-Discovery
The more I embrace my autism and lower my mask, the more I realize how much constant pain I'm in due to sensory overload.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Apr 23, 20231 min read
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How To Give Yourself Grace When Autistic Burnout Strikes
Remember, taking care of ourselves is not selfish; it's necessary for our wellbeing and the wellbeing of those around us.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Apr 22, 20232 min read
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I Learned I Was Autistic After Becoming Sober
Despite the short-term relief that substances provided, it was never enough. I could never reach the place of actual relief.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Apr 6, 20232 min read
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Why #actuallyautistic is so freaking liberating
Many women and BIPOC in their 30's, 40's, 50's, and beyond are part of the "lost generation" of people who were not diagnosed with Autism

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Mar 12, 20232 min read
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Psychotherapy For Neurodivergent Moms
Therapy can be incredibly beneficial for neurodivergent mothers, providing a safe space to process challenges and develop coping strategies

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Feb 26, 20232 min read
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