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Autistic self-view & relationships
Explore authentic perspectives on autistic self-view and relationships from a late-identified autistic woman counsellor of mixed ethnicity. This thoughtful space examines how societal misunderstanding contributes to low self-esteem in autistic adults, while affirming that preferring smaller, deeper social circles reflects natural neurodivergent connection styles—not social deficits. Discover pathways to authentic self-acceptance and meaningful relationships.


Why do I hate myself? An autistic perspective.
A number of my autistic clients come to therapy because they have spent most of their lives desperately trying to fit in...and succeeded! At a cost.

Lii Brooke
Nov 6, 20254 min read


Low self-esteem in autistic adults: why proving competence never feels like enough.
You've built a successful career: respect, security, all the markers. So why does it feel hollow? If you're an autistic man in a demanding job, achieving whilst feeling like a fraud, you're in good company. Low self-esteem in autistic adults is common and addressable.

Lii Brooke
Jan 3, 20257 min read


Why have some of my relationships gone wrong after autism diagnosis?
It is not unusual to find that your relationships with partner, family or friends change after you realise you are autistic.

Lii Brooke
May 23, 20247 min read
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