Trauma-Informed, Neurodiversity Affirming Therapist

Supportive Care for Anxiety, Trauma, and Neurodivergent Experiences

Are you looking for a neurodiversity affirming therapist in Texas who understands autism, ADHD, and the impact of trauma? I’m Madison Smith, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Crystal Brashear, PhD, LPC-S and Aimee Thompson, MA, LPC-S serving adolescents, adults, and couples across Texas.

I specialize in working with individuals navigating neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, grief, and relational challenges, offering a supportive, trauma-informed approach that honors how your brain and experiences shape your world.

What to Expect from the Counseling Process

A Safe and Supportive Space

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if past experiences left you feeling misunderstood or judged.

I create a calm, low-pressure environment where you can show up as you are. You don’t have to mask, perform, or explain yourself perfectly here.

You set the pace. We move forward together.

Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapist

As a neurodiversity affirming counselor, I work with clients who are autistic, ADHD, or exploring whether they may be neurodivergent.

Many neurodiverse individuals have experienced:

• Misdiagnosis or late diagnosis
• Burnout from masking
• Feeling like an outsider
• Anxiety, depression, or chronic overwhelm

Our work focuses on:

• Understanding how your brain works and not fixing it
• Identifying supports that help you function and thrive
• Reducing shame and increasing self-acceptance
• Exploring what you want for your life

You don’t need to fit into a mold to heal.

Trauma-Informed Counseling

I also integrate a trauma-informed approach using the Neuroaffective Relational Model (NARM), which focuses on how early experiences shape patterns in the present.

Rather than focusing only on past events, we explore:

• How your nervous system responds to stress
• Patterns that once helped you survive
• Ways to build capacity for emotions and connection

Our work stays grounded in the present, helping you feel more regulated, stable, and connected in your daily life.

Creative and Expressive Approaches

As a Board-Certified Music Therapist, I incorporate creative tools when helpful, including:

• Expressive arts
• Sand tray therapy
• Sensory-based supports

These approaches can be especially helpful for neurodivergent clients or when words feel hard to access.

Take the Next Step Toward Healing

If you’re ready to begin your healing journey with a trauma informed counselor who understands both the complexities of faith and the realities of trauma, I invite you to schedule a phone consultation. It would be an honor to support you as you seek wholeness, freedom, and lasting peace.

Start today because your story is worthy of healing.