Parenting a Neurodivergent Child: What Therapy Offers That Google Can’t
If you’re here, you’ve probably already Googled everything.
You’ve read the books, scrolled the forums, downloaded the printable reward charts, and tried to explain executive function to your in-laws without throwing a chair.
We see you. We work with parents just like you—in Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, and Mercer Island—who are raising brilliant, complex, emotionally intense children and wondering why all the strategies still leave them feeling lost.
The truth is: Google can give you information.
Therapy gives you transformation.
Neurodivergence Isn’t a Problem to Solve
It’s a different way of processing the world. And that means:
Big emotions that explode or disappear without warning
Sensory sensitivities that derail the best-laid plans
Hyperfocus on Legos but zero interest in brushing teeth
Meltdowns that look like defiance but feel like despair
The parenting manual you were handed doesn’t work here. You’re not failing. You just need a new language.
What Therapy Actually Offers
At Sunburst Psychology, we support neurodivergent children—and their parents—with more than just “tips.” We offer:
Therapy for kids and teens that blends play, structure, and emotional insight
Parent training designed specifically for neurodivergent needs (RUBI, SPACE, etc.)
Support for co-regulation so you’re not white-knuckling your way through bedtime
Real strategies, not just inspirational memes
You don’t need a TED Talk. You need someone to help you connect the dots between your child’s behavior and their nervous system.
You Deserve a Space Too
Parenting a neurodivergent child often comes with:
Guilt for losing your temper
Grief for how hard things feel
Fear about what happens if things don’t get better
Isolation from friends who don’t understand
Therapy creates a space where none of that needs to be hidden or minimized. You’re allowed to bring the mess. We know what to do with it.
Serving Families in Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland & Mercer Island
Our practice is built for families who:
Are navigating ADHD, autism, sensory processing challenges, or giftedness
Want collaborative, thoughtful support that isn’t cookie-cutter
Prefer professionals who speak fluent nuance (and don’t flinch at meltdowns)
Whether you’re looking for child therapy, teen therapy, or parent consultation, we tailor the process to your child’s needs—and your bandwidth.
