Barbara "Blaze" Lazarony
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Supporting Cassandra Syndrome

I'm a passionate advocate for women dealing with Cassandra Syndrome, an experience familiar to far too many of us. My mission is to support and guide those who need it most - women in this situation.

 

I've been working with women experiencing various types of trauma for over three years, assisting with everything from coping with symptoms to rebuilding a positive mindset. I'm specially trained in understanding Cassandra Syndrome and the unique needs of each woman suffering from it.

 

I'm an empathetic listener and a cheerleader; I aim to help women find the strength to move forward and break through their barriers. I also like to bring in some humor, which can often be the light at the end of a tunnel when someone's feeling really down.

 

On top of my specialization in Cassandra Syndrome, I'm also certified as an Advanced Certified Trauma Specialist. My work is driven by a desire to create safe spaces for women and to provide them with the tools they need to become their best selves.

 

I'm here to support you, pick you up when you stumble, and help you find joy again - even if Cassandra Syndrome has been part of your story. It's not easy, but it's possible. Let me be your partner in this journey. Together we will make progress, one step at a time.

 

Neurodiverse Couples

I am committed to helping couples like you that are neurodiverse. I’ve learned how to love and be loved by my husband; we’ve been together since we were seniors in high school forty years ago.  We have experienced grief, loss, the death of loved ones, financial issues, health challenges, and even separation for two years, yet we continue to love each other. 

 

I offer my clients both the lived experience and the clinical training to navigate the challenges of neurodiverse relationships because I’m in one myself. So, if you’re trying to navigate relationship challenges, I can help. 

For example, many couples come to therapy with communication difficulties; perhaps they can’t understand one another or are having trouble communicating their needs to their partner, leading to misunderstandings and conflict. 

 

Clients also express having problems managing their levels of anxiety or impulsivity, where one person constantly feels stressed or overwhelmed while the other is more relaxed. Finding a balance between giving someone space to feel their feelings and not trying to “fix” them is a topic we address in therapy.

 

I help both partners in a neurodiverse relationship learn to understand each other better by using specific strategies for communication. It is essential to communicate openly with your partner about what you need and be willing to negotiate.

 

Let’s face it, all of us get triggered, and some strategies can help manage these triggers, especially in neurodiverse relationships. Key strategies include learning about each other's unique triggers and creating ways to manage overstimulation.

 

If you are in a neurodiverse relationship and struggling, please contact me for help. You deserve to create a thriving relationship full of patience, love, and understanding.

 

Adult Autism & ADHD Assessments

I provide neurodiversity-affirmative assessments and therapeutic services to empower individuals to reach their full potential. I utilize a comprehensive process, including questionnaires, discussions, observations, and evaluations for adults to assess for Autism and ADHD.  Including the in-depth MIDAS-2 and SRS-2 for Autism and the CAARS and Brown EF/A scales for ADHD.

 

Together, we will explore and identify opportunities for your personal growth, acknowledging your unique Autistic and ADHD-filled gifts so that you can lead a life of success and fulfillment. In addition, I understand the special difficulties that neurodivergent individuals face daily. I strive to help my clients confront these challenges head-on, ultimately finding ways to communicate better, socialize easily, and feel more comfortable in the world.

 

I am excited to be your advocate, mentor, and therapist on this journey; if I could have had help when I received my neurodiverse diagnosis, it would have made a world of difference. I would be honored to join you on your path toward hope and confidence!