Hi, I’m Fizza. As a therapist, I often explore cultural identity and belonging with people who feel like they’re living between different worlds. It’s a question I’ve carried too: where do I truly belong? Sometimes it feels like you’re speaking two languages at once. Not just in words, but in how you think, respond, and […]
Everyone feels overwhelmed sometimes—kids, teens, and adults alike. If you’ve been searching for easy ways to calm down when overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Overwhelm can look like racing thoughts, a pounding heart, snapping at loved ones, or feeling frozen and stuck. The good news? There are simple strategies that can calm both body and mind […]
TL;DR: The DBT skill STOP helps you take a mindful pause before reacting when emotions run high. By learning to stop, step back, observe, and proceed mindfully, you can respond with clarity instead of regret. Have you ever said or done something in the heat of the moment that you later wished you hadn’t? The […]
Book with Robert My Journey As A Neurodivergent Dad As a neurodivergent father, I've always felt a bit out of step with traditional parenting roles. My journey with neurodivergent fatherhood—navigating life as someone with AuDHD (Autism and ADHD)—has been both challenging and enriching. This Father’s Day, I want to share how embracing my neurodivergence has […]
Grief isn’t a straightforward path; it’s filled with ups, downs, twists, and turns. September 2022 changed my life forever with the loss of my beloved father, whom I lovingly called Baba Jaani. Since then, ADHD and grief in South Asian culture have shaped my journey with sorrow, growth, and community support.
Navigating ADHD as an adult can be a rocky path of self-discovery, especially for those diagnosed later in life. My role is to support you as we work together on finding ways of integrating how you see ADHD into your sense of self, enhancing your life to be in alignment with who you are and […]
Living with a neurodivergent partner, comes with its unique set of challenges and rewards. Here are five actionable ways to strengthen your relationship and support your neurodivergent partner.
The journey of motherhood is challenging, complex, and rich with emotion, especially for those living with ADHD. The stigma associated with ADHD often intersects with a unique form of misogyny, particularly aimed at mothers. This blend of prejudice can increase the risk of self-stigmatization as mothers with ADHD may internalize harmful stereotypes and beliefs.
Introduction Have you ever felt like your brain's wiring is a bit different from others? Maybe you've noticed you process information, react to emotions, or handle tasks differently from your family, friends, people at work or school.
