There are a lot of words floating around these days.
HSP. Autism. ADHD. Sensory. Empath. Neurodivergent.
It can feel confusing, overwhelming—even invalidating.
What do these labels actually mean?
And more importantly… what do they mean for you?
That’s where we come in.
Our job is to give you the tools to figure it out—with clarity, compassion, and zero pressure.
You might be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) if…
You feel things extra deeply.
You notice what others miss.
You get overstimulated easily—and you need real downtime to recover.
Does this sound familiar?
If so, you're not alone.
Roughly 20% of people are Highly Sensitive.
Want to learn more?
Start here if you're in a relationship:
Understanding the HSP in a Relationship
Start here if you're exploring it on your own:
But what if there's more going on than HSP?
HSP traits can overlap with autism and ADHD.
That doesn’t mean they’re the same—but it does mean they’re easy to confuse.
Autism vs. HSP:
Both experience sensory overwhelm.
But for autistic individuals, it’s often about processing difficulties.
For HSPs, it’s more about emotional depth—a sensitivity to meaning, nuance, and relational energy.
ADHD vs. HSP:
Both can feel overwhelmed in busy environments.
But ADHD is often marked by inattention or impulsivity.
HSPs are more likely to feel over-focused—on emotions, subtle cues, or everything at once.
Getting clear on what’s what can make all the difference—in how you manage life, relationships, and even self-talk.
Want tools to help sort it out?
Take the HSP Inventory:
Explore autism traits:
👉 Autism and Related Screeners
Check for ADHD traits:
Still unsure? Let’s talk.
You don’t need a label.
You just need a path that fits you.
👉 Fill out our contact form to get started.
Our team is here to help you take the next step.
With care,
Harry Motro
Clinical Director, Neurodiverse Couples Counseling Center
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Specialties
Neurodiverse Couples Specialist
HSP, ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, Sensory Sensitivities and Processing
Sex
Anxiety and Depression
Parenting (Neurodivergent & Neurotypical)
Social Anxiety
Intimate Partner Abuse
Perfectionism/High-Achievement
Grief
Chronic Illness/Caregiving Support
Personal Experience
I am AuDHD, living with both Autism and ADHD.
I am also raising two Highly Sensitive Children (HSC)
Born and raised in the South—in Louisiana and Texas—by immigrant Chinese parents, both of whom are neurodivergent.
Languages: English & Mandarin Chinese.
Experienced various neurodiverse relationships through family, friends, partnerships, teaching, parenting and counseling.
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