In my practice, I often notice that clients come in with concerns about people pleasing. This can show up in many ways, like always saying yes, struggling to set boundaries, or feeling anxious about upsetting others. You might have heard it called fawning, approval seeking, over-accommodation, or codependent behaviour. No matter what words we use, the impact is real and can be exhausting. Reframing People Pleasing as Fawning I approach people pleasing as a survival response,

Are you looking for support that truly understands you as a neurodivergent adult? At Open Fields, I offer affirming therapy for adults who are autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, or identify as neurodivergent in other ways. My aim is to make therapy a safe and welcoming space: no masking, no judgment, just understanding. What is Affirming Therapy? Affirming therapy means: You are respected and accepted as you are Your strengths and experiences are valued Therapy is shaped around your need