Ananda Leininger, LMHC
Psychotherapist
(she/they)
My clients are neurodivergent adults who have realized their neurodivergence as adults, and are trying to make sense of what that means for them. Often they have been pushing through and masking for a long time and are trying to figure out what a different approach would look like. They are overwhelmed with trying to get through their days in a world that doesn’t acknowledge their needs. Despite being intelligent, thoughtful, and compassionate, they are struggling with shame and self-esteem about not meeting the expectations that seem easy for other people. When they are diagnosed, they often experience relief and understanding, they have more perspective on the past, and also grief about not knowing sooner, and confusion about how they want to move forward.
They want to build a life that reflects their individual needs and values. They would like to find ways to have more energy, and to focus on what is important to them. They are working on living more authentically, without masking, and balancing their own needs with the pressures of the world.
As a neurodivergent (Autism and ADHD) person myself, I was not diagnosed until I was an adult, and it was so helpful for understanding my experiences, and embracing my own needs. In spite of increasing information, there is a lot of misunderstanding about neurodivergence, and I want others to be able to experience greater understanding and acceptance of themselves. I enjoy working with trans, queer, non-binary people, and supporting them in living as their full authentic selves.
Areas of Focus
Embodiment / Somatics
Nervous System Regulation
Neurodivergence
Self Esteem
Fees
$165 per one hour session
Insurance
I am in network with:
Aetna
Cigna
First Choice
Kaiser
Premera
Regence
United
Location
My practice is virtually based.
Scheduling Information
(253) 342-5648
“If he had been free to choose, he would have chosen to be no one else. Because now he knew that there were thousands and thousands of forms of joy in the world, but that all were essentially the same, namely, the joy of being able to love.”