The Toughest Job You’ll Ever Love

The Toughest Job You’ll Ever Love

The Peace Corps slogan in the late ’80s was “The Toughest Job You’ll Ever Love”. While I never served in the Peace Corps, the goal of helping the disenfranchised definitely appeals to my sensibilities. This is common for many autistic people, probably because our...
How To Pick A Therapist

How To Pick A Therapist

Trying therapy for the first time may sound intimidating. You may be worried about sharing your thoughts and stories with a stranger or concerned about being judged. However, it’s normal to feel this way. Similarly, if you’re already in therapy, it might be difficult...
Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month

May is mental health awareness month. Our mental health affects our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. It also helps us handle various stresses that occur throughout life. Those with mental health conditions may experience anxiety, depression, emotional outbursts,...
A Practice Not a Platform

A Practice Not a Platform

MySpectrum: A Practice, Not a Platform With the onset of COVID-19 and the booming world of virtual options for many services, including therapy, it is hard to tell what’s behind the scenes. You might see advertisements and information about various telehealth...