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Neurodivergent Relationships

Coaching for Couples & Individuals

Virtual guidance for partners navigating ADHD, autism, and Cassandra Syndrome — available worldwide. Practical strategies. Real connection. Movement forward.

Understanding Coaching

What Is Coaching?

Guidance for what comes next.

Coaching is practical support for the challenges you're facing right now in your relationship. How to communicate differently. How to understand each other. How to move forward together.

Unlike therapy—which explores your past and processes emotions—coaching focuses on your present and future: concrete strategies, action steps, and real-world application.

Coaching is available to anyone, anywhere. No licensing restrictions. Whether you're in California or across the world, we work together via video call.

Coaching vs. Therapy

Coaching Therapy
Focus: Present & future Focus: Present, past & emotional processing
Goal: Practical strategies & action steps Goal: Healing, insight, deeper change
Scope: Specific relationship challenges Scope: Mental health, trauma, diagnosis
Available: Worldwide Available: California residents only
Best for: Couples wanting guidance & tools Best for: Deep healing & clinical support
Who We Work With

Coaching Is For You If...

Neurodivergent Couples

You're navigating ADHD + neurotypical, autism + partner, or dual neurodivergent relationships. You love each other but struggle to understand each other's brains.

  • Understand how neurodivergence shows up
  • Communicate without blame
  • Build systems that work for both
  • Feel less alone in your challenges

Partners With Cassandra Syndrome

You're experiencing caregiver burnout, emotional disconnection, or feeling unsupported. Your needs matter.

  • Name what you're experiencing
  • Set boundaries that hold
  • Get your needs met without guilt
  • Decide what you want moving forward

Individuals Navigating Neurodiversity

You're neurodivergent and want support understanding your brain, managing executive function, or processing your identity in relationships.

  • Understand your wiring
  • Build systems for your brain
  • Communicate your needs clearly
  • Move forward with confidence

Couples In Crisis

Your relationship is strained. You're disconnected and not sure how to fix it. You need expert guidance and real tools.

  • Understand what's happening
  • Reconnect emotionally
  • Learn a different approach
  • Build back trust & intimacy
Investment

Coaching Pricing

50-minute sessions via video call. Available worldwide. Payment plans available if cost is a barrier.

Individual Coaching

Single person working on relationship clarity or personal growth

$200
per 50-minute session
  • Expert guidance tailored to you
  • Practical strategies & tools
  • Between-session email support
  • Flexible scheduling worldwide
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Couples Coaching

Both partners working together to strengthen your relationship

$250
per 50-minute session
  • Joint sessions with both partners
  • Real-time interaction & breakthroughs
  • Tools you practice together
  • Flexible scheduling worldwide
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The Process

How Coaching Works

01

Fill Out a Screening Form

Tell us what's going on, what you're hoping for, and what matters most. This helps us understand if we're a fit.

02

I Review & Respond

We read carefully and get back to you within 24 hours with thoughts on how we can help and next steps.

03

Book Your First Session

We schedule a 50-minute video call. In that first session, we talk about what's happening and I show you a different way to approach your relationship.

04

We Work Together

Weekly or bi-weekly sessions. You get tools, strategies, and support. Movement toward what you want.

05

You Move Forward

Coaching is goal-oriented. When you reach your goals or feel ready to continue on your own, we wrap up.

Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is coaching right for me, or should I do therapy?

If you want practical tools and strategies for your relationship right now, coaching is perfect. If you want to process trauma or work with a licensed clinician, therapy is better. Let's chat — we can help you figure it out.

Can we do couples coaching if we're in different countries?

Absolutely! All coaching is virtual via Google Meet. Time zones can be tricky, but we'll find times that work for both of you.

How many sessions do I need?

Most couples start with 6-8 sessions to see real shifts. Some continue longer, others wrap after hitting their goals. We'll reassess after your first few sessions.

What if we don't feel safe or connected in sessions?

Your comfort matters. If coaching isn't the right fit or if there's active harm in the relationship, I'll say so and refer you to therapy or other support.

Do you take insurance?

Coaching is not a clinical service, so it doesn't go through insurance. You pay out of pocket. I offer payment plans if cost is a barrier.

What's your cancellation policy?

I ask for 48 hours notice if you need to reschedule. Cancellations within 48 hours are charged in full. Life happens — let me know and we'll reschedule.

Can individual coaching help my relationship?

Yes. If your partner isn't ready for couples work, individual coaching helps you understand yourself better, set boundaries, and make decisions about your relationship.

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you're curious about coaching, want to explore therapy, or just have questions — let's talk.

Fill Out a Screening Form
Or reach out directly: 619-387-8725 | maringhigacounseling@gmail.com

Maring Higa, AMFT #145908

Neurodivergent-affirming couples therapy & coaching

San Diego, California | Available Worldwide (Coaching)

619-387-8725 | maringhigacounseling@gmail.com

Coaching is educational and is not a substitute for therapy or clinical care. © 2026 Maring Higa. All rights reserved.

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