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I'm Not Rejecting You; I'm Overwhelmed
Time and time again, autistic clients echo this same issue in their therapy sessions with me.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Aug 17, 20232 min read


Things I Am Also Learning
Most of the issues I work on with clients are also issues I am working on.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Aug 16, 20232 min read


How To Recover From Autistic Burnout As A Parent Of Little Kids
Recovering from autistic burnout as a parent is similar to a non-parent except for the obvious fact that....

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Aug 14, 20232 min read


It's Not Just Trauma
There is no mineral or trauma treatment that will erase the fact that I am autistic.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Aug 12, 20232 min read


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


Building A New Family Tree From Seed
Growing a new family tree doesn't imply forsaking our ancestors.

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Aug 10, 20231 min read


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


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


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


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


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


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


What is Existential & Depth-Oriented Therapy like?
A session with a depth-oriented and existential therapist is a unique and transformative experience designed to explore the depths of...

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Jul 12, 20232 min read


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


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


New favorite word: Neuroqueer
First of all, Happy Pride!

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
Jun 25, 20232 min read


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


It's Okay To Feel Good
Perhaps they have a big house or go on lavish vacations but when you are their therapist....

Danielle Aubin, LCSW
May 25, 20232 min read


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


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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