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Why is Therapy Important For Neurodiverse Couples?

It’s not uncommon for couples to have relationship difficulties when one partner has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the other is Neurotypical (NT). Often each person views the relationship in quite different ways, particularly how they communicate, experience and express emotions, and build intimacy.

It’s common for partners with ASD to:

  • Be unable to communicate effectively with a neurotypical partner
  • Avoid conflict
  • Shift blame or misunderstand the impact of their actions
  • Be unwilling to compromise
  • Have trouble recognizing and responding to their partner’s emotions
  • Act self-centered, often disregarding their partner’s needs

How therapy can improve problems with Neurodiverse couples

There are a number of ways couples therapy can help break down the walls between someone with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their neurotypical partner. 

In the sessions, we concentrate on the following:

  • Identifying the specific ASD traits that are contributing to problems in the relationship
  • Identifying the neurotypical partner’s needs and expectations for the relationship moving forward
  • Discussing what has and hasn’t worked in the relationship so far
  • Outlining strategies to manage and change the dysfunctional areas of the relationship

How long will it take to improve difficulties in a Neurodiverse relationship?

The length of time needed to complete couple’s therapy varies depending on the unique circumstances of the relationship. On average, I recommend completing weekly sessions over several months, as working on the relationship with an ASD partner long-term will provide better opportunities for couples to reconnect.

How therapy will help living with a partner with Autism Spectrum Disorder?

By the end of your couple’s therapy, you will hopefully be able to:

  • Overcome negative interactions together respectfully
  • Develop a health balance between work and family life
  • Improve shared decision making within the relationship
  • Set and maintain positive, healthy personal boundaries
  • Communicate effectively together
  • Develop healthy expectations for the relationship
  • Meet each other’s sexual needs
  • Improve your system of mutual support

The Process I Use in Neurodiverse Couple Therapy

If, as a couple, you are interested in working with me, here is what I recommend:

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I would like you to first email me a description of the challenges you are having in your relationship and what you would like to accomplish in couples therapy.

Couple's Meeting

I would then meet with both of you together for an initial session to discuss those challenges and what it is that is getting in the way of forming the relationship you both want.

Individual Meetings

The next step is for me to meet with each of you for one individual session to learn about your family background and early relationship history, in order to understand the basis for the expectations, needs, and goals you have regarding your current partner and relationship.

Ongoing Therapy

Then, I would work with the two of you to clarify and overcome the obstacles that are in the way of forming a happy and successful relationship. We would periodically assess your progress toward this goal and modify our work together accordingly.

The Cost of Neurodiverse Couple Therapy

My fee is $250 per session. Please note that all payments are made directly to me. I do not bill insurance companies for my services. However, I can give you a superbill with all the necessary information for you to submit a claim for direct reimbursement. Should you choose to use your insurance benefits, I strongly recommend that  you check with your carrier beforehand to assess your coverage for couples therapy.

Click the ‘Get Started’ button below to complete the intake process. Then, we will arrange a video consultation, and begin your journey to a happier, more successful relationship

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