Discover Psychology

Our understanding of autism, ADHD, learning disabilities and related issues is always changing. Dr. Woods keeps up to date with the latest techniques, tools, and interventions through research and community consultation. She can help you understand your results and what they mean for the school, home, and community environments and offer practical supports and recommendations. Most neurodivergent people have also experienced trauma and many may be coping with the stress of Autistic burnout or masking. Many Autistic people also have ADHD. Dr. Woods offers comprehensive assessments that are tailored to you specifically. Instead of looking at just one area of functioning, Dr. Woods can offer you a full picture, exploring autism, ADHD, learning, and emotional wellbeing simultaneously.

When you feel overwhelmed, it can be hard to know where to begin. Dr. Woods helps clients clarify their struggles, determine if there is a name for them, and discover insight for how to move forward based on their diagnoses, strengths, and unique circumstances. In addition to figuring out your diagnosis (if any), Dr. Woods can collaborate with you to help you find meaning in your experience and help you strengthen your confidence in the coping strategies you already have as well as open the door to new strategies for problem-solving.

Everyone has certain strengths and talents. Whether you are seeking admission to a special school or program or you just want to learn more about your abilities, Dr. Woods is happy to help. Being assessed in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere can help you or your child achieve your optimal scores. Dr. Woods also specializes in assessing people who are twice-exceptional (2E), meaning that they may be gifted as well as having another type of neurodivergence like autism or ADHD.