Neurodiverse Couples Therapy

Why Neurodivergent Couples Therapy?

Affirming

This isn’t therapy that tries to fix you or make your relationship more “normal.” It’s a space where both of you — neurodivergent or not — can feel seen, heard, and supported. We talk about what’s actually going on beneath the surface, without judgment or pressure to be anyone you’re not.

Clarifying

It’s easy to get tangled up in miscommunication. One of you might need more space; the other might need more words — and no one’s wrong for that. Therapy helps you figure out what’s really happening in those stuck moments so that things don’t keep spiraling or getting misunderstood.

Connected

You don’t have to be on the same wavelength all the time to feel close. We’ll help you find new ways to connect — emotionally, physically, even just in day-to-day life — that actually work for both of you. No scripts, no guesswork, just a little more ease and understanding between you.

Being in a neurodiverse relationship doesn’t mean something is wrong.
It just means your connection has a different rhythm, needs, and sometimes extra layers to work through.

If one of you is autistic, has ADHD, or is both (AuDHD).

Neurodiverse couples therapy offers a space to work through those misunderstandings, feel more connected, and learn how to love each other better — without losing oneself.

What Makes a Relationship Neurodiverse?

A neurodiverse couple is one where one or both partners are neurodivergent — which might include autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, AuDHD, or other forms of cognitive variation.

That can mean:

Different communication or processing speeds
Emotional regulation differences (one person shuts down, the other escalates)
Struggles with expressing or reading emotions
Sensory needs that affect touch, space, or affection
Mismatched expectations around time, routines, or plans
Challenges navigating intimacy, conflict, or daily tasks

These differences can create a disconnect — even when there’s deep love and commitment.
Therapy helps you bridge that gap.

You Might Be Feeling:

Misunderstood or emotionally disconnected
Overwhelmed by the same arguments on repeat
Like one of you is always “too much” and the other “not enough”
Frustrated by differences in attention, focus, or executive function
Unsure how to express your needs without triggering defensiveness
Tired of masking or shrinking to keep the peace
Like you're stuck between being partners and being project managers

If any of that feels familiar, you’re not alone — and there’s nothing wrong with your relationship. You just need support that speaks your language.

What We Focus On in Neurodiverse Couples Therapy

In therapy, we work together to:

Learn how your brains process the world — and how that affects your relationship
Improve communication in a way that feels safe and doable for both of you
Rebuild emotional connection — even if you’ve grown distant
Talk about sex, touch, and intimacy without pressure or shame
Navigate conflict without meltdowns, shutdowns, or blame
Explore how to meet both sensory and emotional needs
Strengthen teamwork and reduce resentment
Create shared routines and realistic expectations

You don’t have to do things the “normal” way.
You just need tools that actually work for the two of you.

This Space Is Built for Neurodivergent Relationships

At Sagebrush Counseling, we affirm and understand neurodiversity — because we’ve worked with it personally and professionally. You don’t need to educate your therapist on masking, executive dysfunction, sensory overwhelm, or why you stim when you’re anxious.

We work with couples where:

One partner is neurodivergent and the other is neurotypical
Both partners are neurodivergent (with very different needs or profiles)
One or both partners are questioning or exploring their neurotype

We meet you where you are — without shame, without judgment, and without trying to “normalize” you.

Virtual Neurodiverse Couples Therapy in Texas

We offer all sessions virtually — so you can get support from anywhere in Texas, without commuting or masking through a waiting room.

📞 Call or text (512) 790-0019
📧 Email: contact@sagebrushcounseling.com
💻 All sessions are online and for Texas residents only

We serve couples across Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and small towns.

Schedule a Couples Session Today: Online for Your Convienence

You’re not broken. Your partner isn’t broken. Your relationship doesn’t need to fit a textbook.
It just needs space, support, and the right tools.

When you’re ready to reconnect — in your own way — we’re here.

Schedule a Counseling Session Today