If you're one half of a neurodivergent couple, you know that autism can create unique challenges when it comes to communication between you and your partner. At Spectrum Counseling, Mary Einarson, LMFT, provides ASD couples counseling to help you and your partner better understand one another as you grow in your relationship.
What Challenges Do Neurodiverse Couples Face?
In addition to the issues that neurotypical couples face, neurodiverse couples can face certain complexities. Understanding these challenges and working together to develop a roadmap to navigate them can help take your relationship to new heights.
Some of the challenges faced by neurodiverse couples include:
- Struggles with communication that lead to misunderstandings
- Difficulties with sensory overload, especially in times of heightened emotions
- Different processing styles that can leave one or both partners feeling unheard by the other
- A sense of overwhelm due to struggles with regulating strong emotions
Of course, no two couples are the same. Some neurodiverse couples struggle with several issues related to ASD, while others notice few, if any, ASD-related bumps in the road.
ASD Couples Counseling
Neurodiverse couples therapy can help you and your partner thrive within your relationship. During ASD couples counseling, your therapist will work with you to help you understand one another from a neurological perspective, allowing you both to see the differences between your communication styles and ways of showing empathy. By working to help you understand one another's intentions, you'll get to see a new perspective that can help you better understand your partner. At each session, we'll talk with you about your progress, troubleshoot points of difficulty, and celebrate the positive changes you've noticed in your relationship.
Deepen Your Connection with Spectrum Counseling in Minneapolis, MN
As a Certified Autism Specialist, I understand the unique challenges presented in neurodiverse relationships, and I'm here to support you as you learn to grow as a couple. I'd love to talk with you about how neurodiverse couples therapy can strengthen your relationship. Reach out to me at 612-226-9301 to set up an appointment at Spectrum Counseling in Minneapolis.
