AuDHD Flourishing 102 AuDHD Therapy That Works with Joe Sosta
Jul 5, 2025
Joe Sosta, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and late-realized AuDHDer, dives deep into therapeutic practices tailored for neurodivergent adults. He discusses the importance of personal connections in therapy and the nuances of managing emotions rather than eliminating them. Sosta also highlights the risks of using AI like ChatGPT for mental health support, emphasizing the need for human therapists. His insights on evolving perceptions of ADHD and autism underscore the significance of community support in fostering healing.
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Therapy Flexibility for Neurodivergence
- Therapy modalities need adaptation for neurodivergent brains like ADHD and autism.
- Therapists should be flexible, being directive or non-directive based on client needs.
Build Safety Before Trauma Therapy
- Do trauma therapy only after building safety and body connection.
- EMDR and somatic therapies can be powerful when foundational safety is established.
Stress Is Not Always Bad
- Cortisol and stress have useful roles; some stress helps ADHD brains function.
- Therapy helps build a healthier relationship with anxiety and depression, not eliminate them.