Connected Strides

07/18/2025

In our latest blog, we explore:
- How overlapping identities impact mental health
-Barriers faced by neurodivergent and gender-diverse individuals
- Strategies for self-care, advocacy, and support

Your experiences are valid—and your well-being matters.

Read the full post:
👉 https://www.connectedstrides.com/post/navigating-neurodiversity-and-gender-diversity-protecting-your-mental-health

07/16/2025

For over 20 years, Dr. Hilya Tehrani has dedicated her work to understanding the “why” behind children’s struggles — whether academic, emotional, or behavioral — and helping families create supportive paths forward.

Through a combination of psycho-educational testing and therapy, Dr. Hilya works closely with children, teens, and their parents to:

Identify learning differences, attentional challenges, or signs of autism
Understand emotional and behavioral patterns, including anxiety, low self-esteem, or mood issues
Collaborate with schools on IEPs, accommodations, and behavioral supports
Translate brain-based insights into practical strategies for real-world success

Her deep understanding of brain-behavior relationships allows her to tailor both evaluations and therapy to each child's unique wiring — whether shaped by neurodevelopmental differences, trauma, or sensory sensitivities.

📞 Contact today to learn more about how Dr. Hilya can support your child’s growth.

07/11/2025

New blog! Discover thoughtful strategies for sustaining mental wellness at the intersection of neurodiversity and gender diversity. https://www.connectedstrides.com/post/navigating-neurodiversity-and-gender-diversity-protecting-your-mental-health

Research suggests that neurodiverse individuals may be more likely to identify as gender diverse. This may stem from a greater comfort with questioning societal norms and exploring personal identity, as neurodiverse individuals often experience the world differently.

06/30/2025

Testimonial time from Sheena. Thank you for your kind words!

06/26/2025

You Asked, We’re Answering: What is the frequency of the sessions?

Interested in scheduling your first therapy session? https://www.connectedstrides.com/

06/20/2025

Quoted from our recent blog post - https://www.connectedstrides.com/post/mothering-on-the-spectrum-balancing-neurodivergence-with-parenting-demands

06/18/2025

Parents: Who Can Relate? Parenting Is Demanding.

Parenting is a journey filled with profound joys and significant challenges. From sleepless nights to the emotional labor of caregiving, parents often find themselves balancing the well-being of their children with their own needs. This balancing act can lead to feelings of exhaustion and burnout.

From our play therapy blog. Visit our website to read our blogs. https://www.connectedstrides.com/post/play-isn-t-just-for-kids-using-play-based-interventions-to-navigate-parental-burnout

06/16/2025

You Asked, We’re Answering: How Many Therapy Sessions Does It Take to Experience Improvement?

Interested in scheduling your first therapy session? https://www.connectedstrides.com/

06/12/2025

Therapy can offer a space not only for processing difficulties but also for celebrating the strength and creativity that neurodivergence brings to parenting. Supporting autistic mothers means honoring their lived experiences, advocating for systemic change, and helping them access tools that make motherhood not just survivable—but joyful.

If you're interested in learning more or connecting with us, feel free to reach out. You're not alone on this journey.

Autistic mothers often face unique challenges in parenting, navigating sensory sensitivities, executive functioning difficulties, and societal expectations that may not align with neurodivergent ways of being. These challenges can lead to sensory overload, burnout, and the emotional toll of masking....

06/10/2025

We recognize that many NonBinary and Gender Non-Conforming youth, navigating the world, can feel especially complex when gender identity and neurodivergence intersect.

Read more here on our blog:https://www.connectedstrides.com/post/understanding-neurodiversity-and-gender-identity-how-therapy-can-help-those-who-are-non-binary-or-d

You're valid. You're seen. You're not alone.

06/07/2025

At Connected Strides, we believe that growth happens through meaningful connections.

Our specialized child and adolescent therapy services are designed to support young people on their journey toward emotional well-being - one stride at a time.

Learn more about how we can help: https://www.connectedstrides.com/our-services

05/30/2025

These stress responses are natural. However, when they become too strong, they can make us feel burnt out or overly stressed. Play therapy helps us gently work through these feelings and teaches our brain how to relax again.