Neurodivergent Therapy in Peterborough

Peterborough offers a unique mix of creativity, education, and community. The calm of the Otonabee River, the academic energy of Trent University and Fleming College, and the natural beauty of Jackson Park all shape the rhythm of life here. For neurodivergent individuals, that rhythm can sometimes feel out of sync with the world’s expectations. At Tiny Therapy Collective, our therapists provide compassionate, evidence-based Therapy for Neurodivergence to help adults and teens living with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning differences, or sensory sensitivities build understanding, structure, and self-acceptance.

We help clients develop tools to manage focus, energy, and emotional regulation while creating routines that fit their lives. Therapy becomes a space to slow down, understand how your mind works, and make changes that bring balance and confidence.

“You don’t need to keep up with the world’s pace. You can build a pace that works for you.”

How Neurodivergent Therapy Can Help

Neurodivergent therapy provides a supportive, collaborative space to explore how your brain processes and reacts to the world. Many clients come to therapy feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed, or burned out from years of trying to meet external expectations. Others are newly exploring their neurodivergence and want to understand themselves more deeply.

Our therapists work with you to:

• Strengthen executive functioning and planning skills

• Develop tools for emotional regulation and sensory awareness

• Improve communication and relationship skills

• Build confidence and self-compassion

• Prevent and recover from burnout

We believe that therapy is not about changing who you are, but about helping you work with your strengths and values to create a life that fits you.

Evidence-Based Approaches We Use

Our therapists integrate research-supported modalities that are proven to support neurodivergent individuals. Each session is personalized, flexible, and designed to meet your needs.

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): CBT helps clients understand how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact. By identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, you can build healthier perspectives that reduce stress and self-doubt.

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): DBT offers practical skills for mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These tools help reduce reactivity and promote calm.

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): ACT teaches clients how to accept emotions and thoughts without judgment while taking action that reflects their personal values.

• Internal Family Systems (IFS): IFS helps clients explore their inner “parts,” such as the critic or protector, to build self-leadership and inner harmony.

• Strengths-Based and Trauma-Informed Care: We use a trauma-informed, strengths-focused approach that emphasizes safety, dignity, and respect while celebrating neurodiversity.

These approaches help clients gain both insight and practical tools for creating sustainable change.

Everyday Supports

Therapy at Tiny Therapy Collective focuses on translating insights into everyday strategies that make life easier and more manageable.

1. External organization supports: Use planners, visual reminders, or time-blocking to create structure without rigidity.

2. Energy mapping: Learn to recognize natural cycles of focus and rest, planning your day around your energy peaks.

3. Sensory comfort: Discover how to make small adjustments in lighting, sound, or texture that support calm and focus.

4. Gentle accountability: Practice self-compassion and gradual progress rather than perfectionism.

These strategies can help you move through your days with more steadiness, whether you’re studying at Trent, working downtown, or spending time outdoors along the river.

If you are also managing concerns such as anxiety, depression, or burnout, explore our connected services including Anxiety Therapy, Depression Therapy, and Stress and Burnout for additional support.

Our Approach in Peterborough

Our therapists understand the balance of city and nature that defines Peterborough life. We work with clients throughout Peterborough, Lakefield, Norwood, and the Kawartha region, providing flexible therapy options that adapt to your schedule and goals.

Sessions can be structured for those who prefer practical skills or open and reflective for those seeking insight and emotional connection. We aim to create a space that feels collaborative, validating, and genuinely helpful.

Our online therapy is available across Ontario, making it easy to access care that fits your life, wherever you live. Clients across the province trust Tiny Therapy Collective for thoughtful, inclusive, and evidence-based support that honors the unique experiences of neurodivergent individuals.

Take the Next Step

At Tiny Therapy Collective, we celebrate neurodiversity as an essential part of what makes communities vibrant. Our therapists help clients build confidence, self-understanding, and systems that support a calmer, more sustainable life. Book a free 15-minute consultation to connect with a therapist and start creating a life that works with your mind, not against it.