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Tether & Tide Counseling

Providing neurodiverse-affirming and trauma-informed individual therapy. A safe, welcoming space for adults to navigate life's tides with gentle, grounded support.

Our Therapeutic Services

Individual Therapy

A neurodiversity-affirming space focusing on trauma recovery and adult mental health with a gentle, inclusive approach.

Comprehensive, trauma-informed support tailored to your unique lived experience.

Postpartum Support

Specialized mental health care for the perinatal period, addressing the complex transitions and challenges of early parenthood.

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ADHD Affirming Care

Validation-focused support that works with your brain, not against it, providing tools for executive function and emotional regulation.

Rooted in Compassion &
Neuro-Affirming Care

     Tether and Tide Counseling provides a sanctuary for adults seeking a therapeutic relationship grounded in respect and understanding. Our practice is built on the foundational belief that your brain is not broken; it simply experiences the world through a unique lens. We specialize in trauma-informed care that honors your history without defining your future.

     Whether you are navigating the complexities of ADHD, recovering from prenatal or postpartum challenges, or seeking to process trauma, our approach is collaborative and affirming. We move away from clinical prescriptions toward a human-centered dialogue, helping you find stability amid life's changing tides and fostering a deep sense of self-connection.

We're Here to Listen

1

Sensory-Safe Intake

We begin with a thorough understanding of your history and sensory preferences, ensuring our space is a safe harbor for your unique processing style from the very first meeting.

2

Collaborative Journey

Together, we create a flexible roadmap for your therapy that respects your pace and neurotype, centering your expertise in your own lived experience.

3

Empowered Processing

Our sessions provide a regulated space to explore history and trauma with therapeutic tools specifically tailored for neurodivergent minds and postpartum transitions.

4

Sustained Growth

A consistent, calming tether as you build sustainable strategies for emotional regulation, self-compassion, and authentic living beyond the therapy room.

The Process

What to Expect

Choosing a therapist is a significant step toward healing. We invite you to reach out for a complimentary 15-30 minute consultation to determine if our trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming approach is the right fit for your needs.

Still have questions?

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Email Questions Form

You’re welcome to schedule a consultation when you’re ready.


If you have a question first, you can use this form to email me.


This form has basic privacy protections, but is intended for general inquiries only. Please keep details minimal. Secure intake is completed through a separate portal.

this will be emailed to Laural, who will email you a response within 48 hours/2 business days

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