Welcome to Neurokindred’s Text-Based Counselling.

As an Autistic adult I feel it is important to acknowledge and honour that options for communicating in written modes are a necessary and basic human right for all Autistics. Our energy to perform socially fluctuates and modes that ‘demand’ less masking are vital. While our Zoom counselling sessions offer the flexibility to participate with cameras off and via chat, we are also passionate about providing a text-based option for those who prefer it or who at times need a ‘low spoons’ way to engage.  

Research with Autistic adults1 2 highlights why written forms of communication such as Text-based counselling might work well for you: 

Control Over Pace: It allows individuals to engage at their own pace, providing time to process thoughts and compose responses without the pressure of real-time conversation. 

Reduced Demand on Resources: During burnout, cognitive and emotional resources are significantly depleted. Text-based counselling requires less immediate cognitive processing and social interaction, which can be less draining than verbal communication. 

Reduced Sensory Overload: Without the need to manage visual and auditory inputs that come with in-person interactions, text-based counselling can minimize sensory overload. 

Comfort in Expression: Many find it easier to express themselves in writing, which can lead to more in-depth sharing and a more effective therapeutic process. 

Minimized Social Pressure: The absence of non-verbal cues and the pressure to “perform” socially can reduce anxiety and the need to mask, allowing for more authentic interactions. 

Accessibility: Text-based counselling is accessible from any location, reducing barriers related to transportation and mobility. 

The option of Augmentative and Alternative communication (AAC) is a choice all Autistics should have and as this is a developing mode for Neurokindred five initial subsidised sessions to ‘work out the bugs’ are offered.

Book your first session here. 
 

We use Signal phone app: https://signal.org/