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PsychologyWorks, PLLC

Private practice offering formal psych assessments and individual therapy by neurodivergent staff.

03/16/2026

March is Women’s History Month.

Women have always shaped our world—but many neurodivergent women have done so while navigating systems that weren’t built with their brains in mind.

For decades, conditions like ADHD and autism were studied mostly in boys, leaving countless women misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or overlooked. Yet neurodivergent women continue to lead, create, advocate, and innovate.
From activists who helped define the neurodiversity movement to authors, researchers, artists, and community leaders, neurodivergent women remind us that different ways of thinking are powerful.

This month we celebrate all women—and the unique perspectives neurodivergent women bring to our communities.
Because inclusion means recognizing that there is no single way for a brain to be brilliant.

03/03/2026

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria can affect how neurodivergent people experience connection, communication, and conflict. These reactions are not overreactions—they are nervous system responses tied to emotional sensitivity. When we understand RSD, we create more compassionate relationships for neurodivergent individuals.

02/19/2026

PsychologyWorks got a big shoutout this month! 🤩

02/18/2026

💗 February is American Heart Month.
It’s near and dear to us — because heart health is whole‑person health. 🧠
For neurodivergent individuals, small, realistic, sensory‑friendly steps matter.
Care that fits your brain counts.

02/16/2026

This week, we recognize caregivers who advocate for neurodivergent wellbeing every day. Caregivers play a vital role in supporting neurodivergent individuals, and that support works best when it honors autonomy and differences. Understanding sensory needs, communication styles, and regulation patterns can transform how caregivers show up.

02/12/2026

Neurodivergent love languages often differ from typical expectations, and that is completely valid. Many neurodivergent people express affection through parallel play, infodumping, or sharing special interests—forms of connection that honor authenticity and comfort. This Valentine’s Day, we celebrate all the different ways neurodivergent love shows up and strengthens relationships.

02/10/2026

Seeing my name in TIME's headlines is one of those rare, disorienting (in a good way), deeply‑honoring moments. It’s not just that my commentary is featured in such an iconic publication — it’s what I got to talk about. This piece goes straight to the heart of my work: how neurodivergent people navigate authenticity, communication, and the constant pressure to sound “correct” online.

Being invited into this conversation matters. It means ND‑literate language is making its way into mainstream spaces. It means our lived experiences — the masking, the misread signals, the fear of being perceived as “robotic” or “too much” — are finally being treated as culturally relevant, not niche.
- Dr. Steele-Wren

If you want to read the full article, it’s here:
https://time.com/7371832/looks-like-ai-writing-online-insult/

02/09/2026

PsychologyWorks is 5 years old already!?

We’re celebrating 5 defining years of memories, change, and community! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our journey. Your support means the world to us.

02/06/2026

Finding calm in the chaos 💙

Cleaning fatigue is real—and for neurodivergent individuals, it can feel even more overwhelming. Dr. Steele-Wren's advice in this article in Homes & Gardens Magazine offers practical, compassionate tips to help make cleaning less daunting. By celebrating small wins and creating moments of pause, you can reshape your relationship with tasks and build resilience. 🌟

Explore how these strategies can empower you or someone you care about. Let’s make self-care part of the process!

Read more here:
https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/emotionally-drained-from-cleaning-reset

01/27/2026

Is a social media detox calling your name?

More people than ever are stepping away from social media to reclaim their well‑being and mental clarity. 📵 For many neurodivergent individuals, the constant notifications, rapid content changes, and pressure to stay socially engaged online can be especially draining. Dr. Steele‑Wren’s bold decision to go offline personally reminds us of the importance of regulating our nervous systems and honoring our unique needs. Straight Arrow News

Is it time to reevaluate your boundaries with technology?

Read the full article here:
https://san.com/cc/in-2025-americans-detoxed-from-social-media-in-2026-theyre-quitting-altogether/

01/21/2026

“Clutter isn’t a sign of laziness — it often happens when life’s demands outpace our mental capacity.” — Dr. Stephanie Steele-Wren, PsyD.

🧠 She explains to Real Simple that when your brain is overloaded, your space can start to feel neglected — not because you don’t care, but because you simply don’t have the emotional bandwidth to keep up.

📍 Clutter increases cognitive load, meaning your brain has to constantly process everything around you, which can drain focus and energy.

🌪️ For some people, especially those who are more sensitive or neurodivergent, clutter creates sensory chaos that makes it harder to rest or transition between tasks.

💛 Her big takeaway? Clutter is a sign of mental overload, not a character flaw — and creating a space that soothes rather than stresses you, matters more than perfection.

Read the full article here: https://www.realsimple.com/clutter-mental-health-11884726

01/20/2026

🌿 PsychologyWorks, PLLC Self-Care Giveaway 🌿
✨ Giveaway time! ✨
We believe in nurturing mental wellness through small moments of self-care — so we’re giving away a PsychologyWorks PLLC self-care journal with some of our swag and a $25 local bookstore gift card to one lucky winner! 📚🕯️
Here’s how to enter:
1️⃣ Like this post
2️⃣ Follow
3️⃣ Tag someone who inspires your self-care journey (each tag = 1 entry!)
🗓️ Giveaway ends January 31st
🏆 Winner will be randomly selected and announced on February 5th in our Socials and contacted via DM.
No purchase necessary. Open to Arkansas residents age 18+. This giveaway is for general community engagement and is not connected to clinical services, therapy, or treatment. Participation does not establish a therapist–client relationship.
This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram or Facebook.

Address

3401 SE Macy Road, Suite 13
Bentonville, AR
72712

Telephone

+14792275930

Website

http://www.psychologyworkspllc.com/

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