Family Therapy
Finding Balance in Neurodivergent Family Systems
Does it feel like your family is constantly walking on eggshells? Managing ADHD, autism, or other forms of neurodiversity in the family unit can create unique and complex challenges. Whether it’s communication breakdowns, frequent meltdowns, managing challenging behaviors, or chronic stress, the entire system can become overwhelmed.
At Brilla Counseling, our Family Therapy service is specialized for neurodivergent families. We work with all members together—parents, children, adolescents, and siblings—to create a deeper understanding, improve empathy, and develop sustainable strategies that honor everyone’s neurotype.
Our Neurodivergent-Affirming Focus
Unlike traditional therapy, our approach is systemic and focused on the unique impact of neurodiversity:
Improving Communication: We help families move past blame and criticism to develop clear, effective communication strategies that work for different processing styles.
Reducing Conflict: We identify the underlying causes of frequent arguments (often related to executive function or sensory issues) and teach collaborative problem-solving skills.
Sibling Dynamics: We provide support to siblings, helping them understand and adjust to the unique dynamics created by a neurodivergent brother or sister.
Stress Management: We teach family-wide coping mechanisms to reduce overall stress and emotional overload, promoting a more peaceful home environment.
Role Flexibility: We address rigid roles (like the "fixer" or the "parent-child" dynamic) and work toward equitable responsibility and genuine connection among adults and children.
Creating a Foundation of Mutual Respect
Our goal is to shift the family culture from one of frustration to one of mutual respect and validated differences. By providing psychoeducation on ADHD and neurodiversity to everyone, we empower the family to work with the neurotype, not against it, fostering resilient and harmonious relationships.
Ready to Create Harmony at Home?
Take the first step toward a more peaceful and organized family life.
Contact us today to learn how family therapy can help your family develop healthier patterns while supporting your ADHD family member's needs.