Neurodivergence
Care for Adults

SPECIALIZED, EVIDENCE-BASED TREATMENT FOR NEURODIVERGENT ADULTS

Neurodivergence refers to natural variations in how the brain processes information, attention, emotion, and sensory input. Rather than representing a single condition, neurodivergence is an umbrella term describing neurological differences that shape how individuals experience the world.

Many neurodivergent adults spend years feeling misunderstood or “out of sync” with expectations around productivity, communication, and emotional regulation. At Ann Arbor Psych, we provide thoughtful, neurodivergence-informed care for adults age 18 and older, helping individuals better understand their minds while supporting mental health and daily functioning.

What Is Neurodivergence?

The term neurodivergent was introduced in the late 1990s by sociologist Judy Singer to describe neurological differences as part of natural human diversity rather than deficits.

Neurodivergence can include experiences associated with:

ADHD
Autism spectrum conditions
Learning differences
Sensory processing differences
Tourette syndrome or tic disorders
Certain cognitive processing styles

Many individuals identify with neurodivergence even before receiving a formal diagnosis, particularly when lifelong patterns begin to make sense through this lens.

Recognizing Signs and Symptoms

Neurodivergence presents in many ways, but common signs include:

Difficulty with social interactions and communication
Sensory sensitivities (light, sound, touch, etc.)
Challenges with attention, organization, and focus
Intense interests or repetitive routines
Struggles with reading, writing, or calculation despite intelligence
Unique ways of thinking, learning, or problem-solving.

Symptoms and strengths can look different for everyone, and they may change with age and environment.

Characterized by differences in communication, social skills, and behaviors.
Marked by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
Affects reading, writing, and processing language.
Impacts coordination, motor skills, and organization.
Involves repetitive movements or vocalizations known as tics.
Includes dyscalculia, synesthesia, intellectual disabilities, and more.
Estimates vary for each condition and may overlap.

Common Types of Neurodivergence

Our Approach to Neurodivergence

We provide neurodivergence-informed psychiatric care and therapy for adults (18+), with a focus on understanding the full picture rather than forcing individuals into narrow diagnostic categories.

Our approach emphasizes:

Comprehensive Evaluation