Margaret Proulx

My passion for working with autistic and neurodivergent adults comes from a deep belief that people shouldn't have to change who they are to be accepted or understood. Too many neurodivergent individuals have spent years masking, feeling misunderstood, or believing they are "too much" or "not enough." I wanted to create a space where clients can set that burden down and be met with genuine curiosity, acceptance, and compassion.As a therapist, I view neurodivergence as a natural variation in how our brains experience and interact with the world and not something that needs to be "fixed." My role is to help you better understand yourself, recognize and embrace your strengths, navigate challenges in ways that work for your unique brain, and build a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.I also recognize that many neurodivergent adults have experienced anxiety, trauma, burnout, or years of feeling like they had to fit into environments that weren't designed with them in mind. My approach is collaborative, affirming, and practical. Together, we'll identify strategies that support your goals while honoring your individual needs, values, and ways of thinking.It is a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they build self-understanding, self-compassion, and confidence. I believe that feeling truly seen and accepted can be one of the most powerful parts of the healing process, and I'm committed to creating a therapeutic relationship where you feel safe to be your authentic self.

I believe the best therapy begins by recognizing that you are the expert on your own life. My role isn't to tell you who you should do, however, it's to help you better understand yourself, build on your natural strengths, and develop tools that support the life you want to live.I take a neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based approach that focuses on understanding your unique way of thinking, communicating, processing emotions, and experiencing the world. Rather than viewing differences as deficits, we work together to identify what helps you thrive, honor your sensory and emotional needs, and find strategies that align with your values instead of trying to fit into someone else's expectations.Many of my clients come to therapy carrying years of self-doubt, masking, people-pleasing, or feeling like they have to work harder just to keep up. Therapy provides an opportunity to replace self-criticism with self-understanding and self-compassion. Together, we'll celebrate your strengths, navigate challenges with curiosity instead of judgment, and build practical skills that support meaningful, sustainable change.As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I understand the importance of finding a therapist who offers an affirming, inclusive, and genuinely safe space. I strive to create an environment where every aspect of your identity is welcomed and respected, and where you can explore your experiences without fear of judgment.Whether we're working through anxiety, trauma, burnout, life transitions, or simply learning to embrace your authentic self, my hope is that you'll leave each session feeling more understood, more empowered, and more confident in who you are—not because you've changed who you are, but because you've learned to appreciate and trust yourself more fully.