Autistic Teens Who Mask Well: Why Pushing Independence Too Early Can Increase Anxiety

Dr. James Thatcher

Learn why pushing independence too early can increase anxiety in autistic teens who mask, & how prioritizing regulation first can help them thrive in Portland, Oregon.

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Autism Masking in Men: Why Many Feel “Broken” & How Healing Looks

Dr. James Thatcher

Explore why many autistic men feel “broken” due to masking, the emotional toll it takes, & how therapy, self-understanding, & late diagnoses can support healing in Portland, Oregon.

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