ADHD and autism shape how you think, feel, communicate and move through the world. They also come with strengths and perspectives that are often overlooked or misunderstood. At Positive Regard Therapy we provide affirming, neurodiversity- informed support for autistic and ADHD clients who want a space that recognizes their full humanity, not just their challenges.
Whether you are newly identifying as autistic or ADHD, exploring late-diagnosis experiences, navigating burnout or working to understand your needs more clearly, our therapists offer a grounded, respectful space where your brain is not treated as a problem to solve but as part of your identity to understand and support. We offer in-person sessions at our Andersonville office in Chicago and secure telehealth across Illinois.
Many autistic and ADHD individuals spend years trying to adapt to environments that do not match their wiring. This often leads to masking, chronic stress and feelings of being misunderstood. Our therapists take a strengths-based approach that centers your lived experience and helps you create systems, relationships and routines that work for your brain.
Masking can help people survive, but it can also drain energy and hide important parts of who you are. Therapy can give you space to understand your authentic self, explore identity, and reconnect with the parts of you that thrive when performance is not required. We help you build self-acceptance and show up in ways that feel more aligned and sustainable.
If tasks pile up, time feels slippery or focus comes in bursts, you are not alone. These are common ADHD and autistic executive function patterns. We work with you to create realistic strategies for organization, motivation, transitions and daily routines. Our focus is on tools that fit your natural rhythms rather than forcing systems designed for neurotypical expectations.
Sensory sensitivities can affect relationships, work, social life and mental health. We help you understand your sensory profile, identify triggers and build regulation strategies that reduce overload and support nervous system balance.
Differences in communication styles can lead to conflict or misunderstanding with partners, friends or family. We help you understand your communication patterns and develop language that supports clarity, connection and emotional safety. We also specialize in the intersection of autism, ADHD and LGBTQ+ identity, providing affirming support across layered identities.
Therapy can help you manage burnout, deepen self-understanding and build a life that
supports your neurodivergent needs.
It means therapy that respects your brain and sees neurodivergence as part of natural human diversity. We focus on building self-awareness, coping tools and confidence without trying to change who you are.
No. Many clients come without a formal diagnosis and want support in exploring their neurodivergent identity, managing burnout or understanding long-standing patterns.
Yes. We support clients with ADHD, autism and overlapping experiences, includinganxiety, trauma, learning differences or executive function challenges.
Yes. We work with you to develop personalized strategies that support motivation,planning, time management and emotional regulation.
Yes. We offer secure telehealth across the state of Illinois.
Personalized, affirming therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and young adults—offered in Chicago and online across Illinois.
Whether you’re looking for short-term support or long-term growth, we’re here when you’re ready.
