Adapted CBT for Neurodivergent Adults
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely used approaches for supporting mental health. It helps people understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and develop strategies to create change.
But for neurodivergent clients, standard CBT worksheets and rigid step-by-step models often don’t fit. That’s why I provide an adapted CBT approach, tailored to the thinking styles and lived experiences of adults with ADHD and autism.
How Adapted CBT Works
In our sessions, CBT is flexible and practical — designed to meet you where you are. We might:
Break tasks and goals into smaller, manageable steps
Use visual aids or real-life examples instead of abstract concepts
Allow flexibility in session structure, following what’s most relevant that day
Incorporate sensory regulation strategies alongside thought-based tools
Focus on building strategies that actually work in your daily life
What CBT Can Help With
Adapted CBT can be helpful for a wide range of challenges, including:
Anxiety and overthinking
Low mood and depression
Procrastination and motivation difficulties
Managing overwhelm and emotional intensity
Improving problem-solving and coping skills
If you’ve tried CBT before and found it unhelpful, it may simply be because it wasn’t adapted to your needs. With the right approach, CBT can be a powerful tool for change.
My Approach
I combine clinical training in CBT with my lived experience as a neurodivergent adult. That means I understand both the evidence-based techniques and the realities of applying them in everyday life. Therapy sessions are always collaborative, at your pace, and affirming of your identity.
Practical Information
Length: 1 hour per session
Format: In-person in my Limerick office or online (secure video)
Frequency: Weekly, fortnightly, or as agreed
Cost: €150 per session
Get Started
If you’re interested in CBT for ADHD, autism, anxiety, or depression, I’d be happy to help.
📞 Call or text: 083 320 6162
📧 Email: info@robertrackley.ie
📍 Location: Mount Kenneth Place, Limerick (Autism-Friendly Accredited Practice)
👉 Book a CBT Session today.