Naomi Dogan - Licensed Psychologist
Bedford, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
Practitioner identifies as: ADD, Autistic, Complex PTSD, Depression, Neurodivergent
Additional disabilities: Cancer Survivor
Practitioners' Race and/or Ethnicity: Eastern European
Gender and/or sexuality: Gender queer, pansexual, demisexual multi-spirit
Pronouns: She/they
I identify as a neurodiverse (ND) autistic psychologist. Like many, I discovered at midlife I’m on the “invisible” end of the spectrum. I now specialize in assisting other ND/autistic adults & their allies as they a) explore identity/diagnosis, b) cope with ongoing life adjustments/ND burnout & c) make informed choices about how/when it is safe to “unmask.” I help clients: identify personal life/career-related challenges, build upon strengths, & make constructive changes to create a ‘right-sized’ life. I’m a multicultural-educated ally & offer affirming space for marginalized folx (BIPOC, LGBTQAI+, ENM/polyamory, differently abled).
21+ years of clinical expertise in private practice, Harvard Medical School postdoc, Penn State & Illinois State University counseling & career centers. I’m passionate about meeting clients where they’re at & providing psychoeducation. I encourage self-advocacy, clear communication, healthcare providers’ collaboration, & improved social support networks.
We co-create sacred space that welcomes authentic sharing, tears, & laughter. I have an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) work with me; a calm sweet cat. Many people find a therapy animals’ presence comforting for co-regulation. Please share good days/times to reach you. I look forward to meeting you & learning about your journey!
Warm regards, Dr. Naomi Dogan