NEURO-AFFIRMING SUPPORT

BEYOND TRADITIONAL THERAPY

Melbourne-based online neuro-affirming support for adolescents, adults, families and professionals
navigating ADHD, Autism & AuDHD

Who The Cortex Collective Supports

Autistic, ADHD & AuDHD adolescents and adults, including those contemplating diagnosis, recently diagnosed and late diagnosis.

Adolescents (13+) & Adults

Exploring neurodivergent traits and potential diagnosis

Recent diagnosis, particularly late diagnosis

Masking, burnout & pressure to constantly adapt

Nervous system regulation, communication differences & emotional regulation

Building self-understanding, self-advocacy and more sustainable ways of functioning

Parents/carers of neurodivergent children and teens, including neurodivergent parents navigating differing emotional and communication styles within families.

Parents/Carers & Families

School-related stress & School Can’t

Understanding behaviour, communication and emotional regulation through a neurodivergent lens

Supporting families when parents and children experience or express emotions differently

Navigating systems, services & advocacy

Professionals & Support Teams

Understanding how neurodivergence can impact wellbeing, learning and mental health

Supporting neurodivergent individuals in ways that reduce masking and increase safety, trust and authentic engagement

Collaborative support planning, advocacy & neurodivergent-affirming approaches

Teachers, school leadership, wellbeing staff, medical and allied health professionals seeking greater understanding of neurodivergent experiences and support approaches.

Understand the situation

An Authentic Neuro-Affirming Approach To Support

We take time to build a clear picture of what’s happening across home, school, work and daily life.

Identify practical supports

Practical, sustainable supports adapted to
everyday life.

Work collaboratively

Support is coordinated with families, schools and other professionals where helpful.