About Curated Family Therapeutics
Autism Therapy for Neurodivergent Adults & Families
At Curated Family Therapeutics (CFT), we provide neurodivergent-affirming therapy and consultation services for autistic adults, self-diagnosed and neuro-curious individuals, teens, parents, schools, and families. Our work is centered around helping clients better understand how their brains work so they can move through life with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
Helping autistic adults, teens, and parents of neurodivergent children better understand their brains, reduce burnout, and build more sustainable lives and relationships
Los Angeles, CA + Multi-State Telehealth
Insurance Accepted
Virtual & In-Person
Services Offered in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese
What We Help With
Many of the adults we work with today were the same children who appeared academically capable but quietly struggled socially, emotionally, or internally for years without understanding why. They learned how to mask, over-accommodate, script conversations, push through burnout, or hide how overwhelmed they actually felt. Over time, that disconnect often turns into anxiety, relationship difficulties, emotional exhaustion, perfectionism, shutdowns, and chronic self-doubt.
We Work With:
Autistic adults navigating burnout, masking, anxiety, and relationships
Self-diagnosed and neuro-curious individuals exploring autism and ADHD
Parents of neurodivergent children feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsupported
Teens struggling with social stress, emotional regulation, or executive functioning
Schools and teachers needing practical support for burnout and well-being, classroom management, and professional development
Helping Clients Put Words to Longstanding Experiences
Our clients often come to us feeling misunderstood, not just by others, but also by previous therapists, workplaces, schools, relationships, and sometimes even by themselves.
They may struggle with:
Executive dysfunction, task initiation, and difficulty following through
Time blindness, organization challenges, and feeling constantly behind
Autistic burnout, social exhaustion, and shutdowns after prolonged stress
Communication differences, processing lag, or difficulty expressing emotions
Masking, people-pleasing, and feeling pressure to constantly “perform” socially
Emotional flooding, rejection sensitivity, and delayed emotional processing
Relationship strain, social isolation, or feeling misunderstood by family members
Sensory overwhelm, routine disruptions, or difficulty switching tasks and focus
Anxiety, perfectionism, all-or-nothing thinking, and chronic self-criticism
For many clients, finally having language for these experiences can be deeply validating.
Diverse minds, modern therapy.
Our Approach to Autism & Neurodivergent Therapy
We believe autism therapy should go far beyond surface-level coping skills or outdated stereotypes about what autism “looks like.” Our approach is collaborative, practical, relational, and grounded in understanding the full complexity of neurodivergent experiences.
We help clients better understand patterns related to:
Masking and social scripting
Communication mismatch and the double empathy problem
Monotropism and hyperfocus thinking styles
PDA profiles and demand avoidance
Emotional regulation and alexithymia
Relational burnout and social hangovers
Executive functioning and sustainable daily living
Why Clients Choose Us
Clients often tell us this is one of the first places they have felt genuinely understood without needing to over-explain themselves.
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Our team combines clinical expertise with real-world understanding of neurodivergence across relationships, schools, workplaces, and everyday living. We focus on practical support, honest conversations, individualized strategies, and helping clients build more sustainable lives.
Insurance & Payment Options
We accept the following forms of payment:
Private Pay
Out-of-Network Superbills
Regional Center Self-Determination Funding (SDP)
MHN / Health Net
Anthem
Coverage and reimbursement vary by plan and are subject to verification and approval by your insurance provider. If cost is a concern, our team will discuss available payment options, including sliding-scale private pay rates when available.
Regional Center & Self-Determination Program (SDP) Funding
We proudly accept Self-Determination Program (SDP) funding through Regional Centers across California.
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For eligible Regional Center clients, SDP offers greater flexibility and choice when selecting services and supports. If you have questions about eligibility, funding, or getting started, our team is happy to help guide you through the process.
Getting Started Is Simple
We make the process simple, supportive, and personalized from the very beginning.
1
Start With a Free Consultation
Meet with our team for a free 30-minute consultation to talk through your concerns, goals, challenges, and the type of support you may be looking for.
2
We’ll Create a Support Plan
Whether you are seeking therapy, parent support, behavioral services, or school consultation, we’ll help guide you toward the services that best fit your needs.
3
Begin Building Sustainable Support
Start working with our team through practical, neurodivergent-affirming support focused on improving daily life, relationships, emotional wellness, and long-term functioning.