Barbara "Blaze" Lazarony

Main Areas of Focus

 

Adult Autism Spectrum Difference (ASD) & Attention Deficit Hyperactivity (ADHD) Assessments

 

I specialize in offering neurodiversity-supportive assessments and therapeutic services that enable individuals to reach their highest potential. 

 

My comprehensive process includes administering questionnaires, engaging in discussions, making observations, and evaluating adults who may be on the Autism Spectrum or present with ADHD. This includes utilizing tools such as the MIDAS-2 and SRS-2 for Autism, as well as CAARS and Brown EF/A scales for ADHD.

 

Working together, we will explore your unique traits as an individual who may be living with Autism and/or ADHD, recognizing the immense value of a diagnosis for you to achieve success and fulfillment. I understand that neurodiverse individuals face additional challenges in their everyday lives; since I am neurodiverse myself. My diagnosis helped me better understand myself, both personally and professionally!

 

I also offer support, understanding, and resources to my clients and their families through the assessment process. My goal is to take a holistic view of each individual, assessing their specific strengths and difficulties from various perspectives. I am eager to be an ally in your corner as you navigate this journey through an adult Autism and ADHD assessment.

 

And if you decide to continue working with me as your therapist after your assessment, no matter what your diagnosis is, we'll first work on capitalizing on your strengths.  Next, we will help you develop a greater sense of self-worth and build upon your abilities to navigate the world around you. Throughout our therapeutic journey together, I am dedicated to helping you discover new ways of being that lead toward growth, progress, and lasting change.

 

Neurodiverse Couples Therapy & Coaching

 

As a seasoned marriage and family therapist, I am passionately dedicated to providing clients with neurodiverse relationships with the tools they need for successful communication and growth.

 

I understand the unique challenges that neurologically diverse couples face in their relationships. I have four decades of real-life experience being together with my partner and navigating the challenges of marriage, including loss, the death of loved ones, grief, financial issues, health challenges, and even being separated for two years. I also have clinical training in counseling psychology.

 

My approach is both evidence-based and holistic. I have a deep understanding of the unique challenges that neurodiverse couples face. My approach combines practical strategies with an empathetic ear and an understanding heart. My mission is to help all couples discover the joys of being in a relationship and embrace their unique differences and individuality.

 

I intend to create a therapeutic environment where each partner feels heard, validated, accepted, respected, and understood by the other. Together, we will work towards creating healthier communication patterns that honor both partners’ individual needs while building intimacy through vulnerability & acceptance.