Ponec Therapy
Ponec Therapy offers compassionate, neurodivergent-affirming counseling for adults with ADHD and autism, helping clients understand themselves and build sustainable, meaningful lives.
Individual Therapy
Personalized one-on-one sessions focused on understanding neurodivergence, addressing challenges, building coping strategies, and supporting growth in daily functioning and emotional wellbeing.
Diagnosis Support
Helping clients process new diagnoses, explore identity shifts, reduce confusion, and build confidence while navigating life with clarity, self-understanding, and acceptance.
Skill Building
Developing practical tools for executive functioning, communication, emotional regulation, and routines that align with each client’s strengths and unique neurodivergent needs.
Steven Ponec
Professional
Steven Ponec is a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor Associate dedicated to supporting neurodivergent adults. With both professional training and lived experience, he offers understanding, practical strategies, and affirming care. His work focuses on helping individuals with ADHD and autism build confidence, develop skills, and create meaningful, sustainable lives.
My Expertise
ADHD Support
Specialized understanding of ADHD challenges including focus, motivation, emotional regulation, and executive functioning, with practical strategies tailored to adult life demands.
Autism Guidance
Support for autistic adults navigating sensory needs, communication differences, and social expectations, while honoring authenticity and reducing masking-related stress and burnout.
AuDHD Care
Helping individuals with both ADHD and autism understand overlapping traits, manage complexities, and create balanced systems that support their unique neurodivergent experiences.
Getting Started is Easy
Book Consultation
Schedule an initial consultation to discuss your needs, ask questions, and determine if Ponec Therapy feels like the right fit for you.
Initial Session
Begin therapy with a comprehensive session focused on understanding your experiences, goals, and challenges.
Start Progress
Move forward with regular sessions, building skills and creating meaningful changes that support your long-term wellbeing and growth.
My Approach
My approach is neurodivergent-affirming, collaborative, and individualized. I believe therapy should honor your unique brain, not try to change it.
Together, we explore your experiences, build practical tools, and create sustainable ways to navigate life. I integrate professional training with lived experience to offer understanding, empathy, and realistic support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is neurodivergent-affirming therapy?
It focuses on understanding and supporting your brain differences rather than trying to “fix” them.
Are sessions virtual or in-person?
Sessions are typically offered online for accessibility and convenience.
What issues can you help with?
ADHD, autism, burnout, anxiety, executive functioning, and life transitions.
Do you only work with diagnosed clients?
No, self-identified neurodivergent individuals are welcome and supported.
How long are sessions?
Standard sessions are usually around 50 minutes.
Do you provide diagnoses?
No, I focus on therapy and support rather than formal diagnostic assessments.
Contact Me
Reach out today to schedule a consultation and begin your journey toward understanding, growth, and a more balanced, fulfilling life.
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