Are you an autistic client with Level 1 Autism? Are you seeking help with coming to terms with a diagnosis, making sense of your past, and finding helpful ways to deal with workplace, relationship, or mental health issues?
Adaptive Therapy for Autistic Adults (ATAA®) is specifically designed to meet the needs of adults, often those with undiagnosed autism, who want support moving forward. ATAA® takes into consideration your unique needs as an autistic individual and recognizes that you process the world differently than most people.
If you’ve found that previous therapeutic approaches have lacked the direction you need, or have led you to take steps that may be manageable for others but have caused you anxiety and distress, you’ll discover that ATAA® respects your need for adaptation and acceptance.
As an ATAA® practitioner, I bring my knowledge of autism into our work together, focusing on everything from respecting your sensory needs during sessions to communicating effectively, recognizing any differences in communication we might face.
Ultimately, we’ll work on what matters most to you and help you uncover your unique autistic strengths and talents as we move forward together.

Please reach me at rae@aslightasholistictherapies.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Many people with Level 1 Autism find that their needs are not fully met during therapy. Sometimes, this is for very practical reasons. Sometimes their therapist doesn’t fully understand the impact that autism has on their choices and experiences. As an ATAA® Practitioner, I can help you make links between your experiences and what it means to be an autistic person and ensure that your needs are met during sessions.
ATAA® recognises that adult autistic people face the same problems as anyone else. Whether you’re facing relationship issues, workplace problems, self-esteem issues or anything else, I’ll take your lead and work with you in a way that reflects where you are.
The main difference is that I will fully acknowledge your autism as an inherent part of your experience. When I’m helping you explore solutions, we’ll explore together what’s possible whilst acknowledging your needs as an autistic person. Many autistic people have experienced being pushed too far by therapists who feel they should be able to do everything a neurotypical person can.