You Were Wonderfully Made — Just as You Are
EDMR Therapy for Neurodivergent Teens,Adults & Parents in Houston, TX
Therapy for Neurodivergent Teens & Adults
You’ve probably spent most of your life trying to make sense of why things feel harder for you than they seem for everyone else. Maybe you’ve learned to hide how overwhelmed you get, or you’ve been told you’re lazy, sensitive, or disorganized when really, your brain just works differently.
You’re tired of masking, of constantly overthinking what to say, how to act, or how to stay “on top” of everything when it feels like your mind never shuts off. You might look “high functioning” on the outside — successful, capable, even put-together — but inside, it’s chaos: the noise, the pressure, the constant self-doubt.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
There’s a reason you feel the way you do — and it’s not because you’re broken.
Therapy for neurodivergent adults is about understanding your mind instead of fighting against it. It’s about learning tools that actually work for you — not forcing yourself into systems that were never designed with your brain in mind.
In our sessions, you’ll have space to be real — no masking, no judgment, no trying to “keep up.” Just room to breathe, process, and find clarity about how to move through life in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.
You’ve spent enough of your life trying to fit in.
Now it’s time to build a life that fits you.
Therapy for Parents of Neurodivergent Children
You love your child deeply—yet some days feel impossibly heavy. You’re constantly researching, advocating, and adjusting your expectations, while trying to hold it all together for your family. You wonder if you’re doing enough… or if you’re somehow doing it wrong.
You might feel like no one truly gets it—the sensory overload at home, the never-ending meetings with teachers, the worry that your child’s needs will be misunderstood. You try to stay patient, but your nervous system is tired. And the guilt creeps in when you finally admit: you’re overwhelmed too.
At Created to Shine Counseling, we see you—the parent who’s doing everything you can for your neurodivergent child, often while neglecting your own emotional health. Therapy is a space for you to breathe again. To process the grief that comes with unmet expectations, the anxiety of what’s next, and the fatigue of constantly showing up strong.
Here, you’ll learn to regulate your own nervous system, set compassionate boundaries, and find tools that actually fit your family—not just what’s in the parenting books. We’ll work together to reconnect you to peace, joy, and self-compassion… because when you’re supported, your whole family benefits.
You don’t have to carry this alone.
Let’s create a space where both you and your child can thrive—one small, grace-filled step at a time.
Theodor Napp
Licensed Counselor Associate
Supervised by Stephanie Taylor
Hi I’m Ted,
Feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or like your brain just won’t cooperate no matter how hard you try? You’re not alone. Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and walked away feeling misunderstood — like the therapist didn’t get you or your way of thinking. I hear that a lot.
I work with adults who’ve spent years trying to fit into a world that wasn’t built for the way their mind works. People who are constantly second-guessing themselves, running on exhaustion, or masking just to make it through the day. Underneath it all is a deep desire to feel seen, accepted, and at peace with who they are.
In our sessions, I take a neurodiversity-affirming approach — one that honors your wiring instead of trying to change it. We slow down, get curious, and make sense of the patterns that have shaped how you show up in the world. I also integrate EMDR therapy to help you process past experiences that might still hold emotional weight — not by reliving them, but by helping your brain finally find relief and balance.
This isn’t about “fixing” you — because you’re not broken.
It’s about understanding your mind, healing old wounds, and building strategies that work with you, not against you.
If you’ve been trying to hold it all together on your own, you don’t have to anymore.
Let’s take the next step toward helping your mind — and your life — finally feel like it fits.
You deserve to live in a world that fits you, not the other way around
Starting Therapy Can Feel Uncertain — I Get That.
Stepping into therapy can feel like entering unfamiliar territory. You might be wondering if it’ll really help, or if it’s just one more thing that won’t make a difference. Especially if you’ve spent years feeling misunderstood or like you’ve had to explain yourself over and over — it makes sense to hesitate.
Here’s what I want you to know: therapy is where you finally get to take off the mask. You don’t have to filter your words or worry about being “too much.” It’s a space built for you to breathe, process, and begin understanding yourself without judgment or pressure. It’s not always easy work, but it can be life-changing.
I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy. Your brain, your experiences, and your story are unique — and the support you receive should reflect that. One of the approaches I often use is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). It’s not traditional talk therapy. EMDR helps your brain and body process old memories or emotions that might still be stuck — the ones that quietly shape your reactions, your focus, or your anxiety. And you don’t have to relive every painful detail for it to work. Many of my clients are surprised by how freeing it feels.
If you’re curious whether EMDR or neurodivergent-affirming therapy might be the right fit for you, let’s talk about it during a free consultation. No pressure — just a chance to see if this space feels like the support you’ve been looking for.
Schedule Your Free 15 Min Consultation
What to expect during your consultation:
I will get an understanding of your needs
Scheduling compatibility, and find a slot that works for both
Insurance verification: If you are not sure of your coverage, we will confirm with you.
If you need a referral, I’ll be more than happy to connect you with my network of colleagues
Location
950 Echo Ln Suite 200
Houston, TX 77095
