Therapeutic Services
Brighthouse is dedicated to continuously learn ways to advocate for neurodivergence through our services. The traditional Medical Model of Disability perspective considers illnesses or disabilities the results of inherent physical conditions, which in turn reduces the person’s overall quality of life and causes associated disadvantages. This view endorses the idea that in order to help these individuals, their illness/disability must be medically managed or cured so that they can be “normal” and appear indistinguishable from peers. It is strongly believed that this model is ableist and insensitive to the experiences and needs of those with disabilities.
Neurodivergent is a term used to describe a person who is exceptional in the way they interpret and experience the world. A neurodivergent (ND) individual differs from a neurotypical (NT) person, who has quintessential developmental, intellectual, and cognitive abilities, in that they experience challenges because of societal expectations, the way our world is designed, and by being misunderstood by NTs. We at Brighthouse are adopting the Neurodiversity Paradigm perspective and are working to incorporate more neurodiversity-affirming principals within our practices. As part of our aim to be proponents of neurodivergence, we prioritize the use of identity-first language (e.g. Autistic person), but will respectfully employ person-first language (e.g person with autism) when preferred. Brighthouse is honored to be an ally to individuals with neurological differences by means of providing effective, validating, and quality care that meets the needs of ND children, adolescents, and their families.
Psychotherapy
Clinicians incorporate therapeutic strategies based on various established intervention models. Providing our clients with a unique and eclectic treatment approach encourages optimal skill development, fosters personal growth, and enhances overall well-being. Employing several methods to address treatment goals allows for a flexible and advantageous style to helping individuals with developmental differences, as well as social-emotional, and behavioral struggles.
Family Therapy
By using both manualized and traditional family-based interventions, therapists closely collaborate with families to help them better understand, connect, and support one another in ways that promote positive changes for all members. Incorporating the client’s strengths, individuality, developmental qualities, and distinct learning styles into therapy can lead to gains in identified goals.
ADHD Coaching
An ADHD coach is a trained professional who provides support for an ADHDer to better manage situations that are impacted by characteristics of ADHD. Coaching supports an individual with having the space to identify strategies they've learned throughout their journey to improve executive dysfunction such as planning, organizing and time management. Coaches assist ADHDers through asking thought provoking questions and creating a space for them to gain clarity to take the next step toward their vision. ADHD Coaching is provided through six, 50-minute individual sessions with the option to schedule additional sessions as needed. Services will be available in Summer 2024.
Perinatal Mental Health
Counseling for perinatal mental health is focused on supporting the birthing parent and baby throughout their journey from pregnancy, childbirth, and into parenthood. Since parenting can be linked to significant stress, therapy can address challenges associated with perinatal mood and anxiety.
