Nathanael Dei Gratia Counselling

05/05/2026

The Quiet Impact of Masking: Rediscovering Yourself as a Neurodivergent Adult

Hiding ourselves is not as freeing as we think Neurodivergent people have lived through a lifetime of criticism The type of criticism that leads us to mask. In an attent to find acceptance – with a world that doesn’t understand us we come to beleive that we are not good enough. Slowly chinks in our identity form – those things that naturally give us joy, or help regulate us can be seen by others as not the right way things can be done....

Hiding ourselves is not as freeing as we think Neurodivergent people have lived through a lifetime of criticism The type of criticism that leads us to mask. In an attent to find acceptance – with a…

03/05/2026

Yep!

Ok!!

25/04/2026

Need counselling? I have some sessions available in the next fortnight - check out www.nathanaeldeigratia.com for more info!

25/04/2026

19/04/2026

School can be one of the hardest places for a child with dyspraxia…
not because they aren’t capable, but because so much of the day relies on coordination, organisation, and speed.

From handwriting and PE to following instructions and keeping up with routines,
they are often working harder than it looks just to stay on track.

When we understand this, support becomes more than just helping them cope…
it helps them feel included, capable, and seen for what they can do.

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06/04/2026

30/03/2026

Sensory overload can be debilitating and can lead to burn out - particularly for neurodivergent people.

16/03/2026

despite the messages from society at this time - emotional safety comes first. Evidence shows that when a brain is under stress - or dysregulated we cannot take in information. When people are under extreme stress they need support and need to know that they will be safe.

Some children sit quietly in classrooms while their minds are racing with worry.

They may look like they are listening, but inside their brain is busy scanning for safety, managing big feelings, or trying to hold themselves together.

When the nervous system is in survival mode, learning simply cannot take centre stage. The brain prioritises protection before curiosity, connection, and thinking.

This is why emotional safety is not a “soft extra” in education.

It is the foundation that makes learning possible.

When children feel safe, understood, and supported, their brains can finally shift from protection to participation.

Have you ever noticed how a child’s ability to learn changes when they feel calm and secure?

15/03/2026

23/02/2026

You are the navigator, you hold the keys to the map. I work with a lot of people where their map has been dismissed, or snatched from them - and people disempowered. The reality is the only person who knows you the best is you.

12/01/2026

Kia ora, back in the office - just showing you a view of the room. It has been changed around during the holidays. Please give me your feedback when you are with me. Also a reminder - if the lights are too strong or something doesn't work, talk with me and I will try and resolve it if it's in my ability :-)