Amalacounseling

Parenting a child with ADHD can be overwhelming, especially when we don’t fully grasp how it impacts their development over time. Every child’s journey is unique, and understanding their specific needs is key to finding the right interventions. As a neurodivergent specialist and personal experience as a parent, I know firsthand the challenges ADHD can bring to family life. With teachers, tutors, and doctors constantly focusing on the child’s deficits, it can overwhelming to say the least. But, It’s important not to focus solely on ‘fixing’ behaviors, as this can harm a child’s self-esteem. In

My name is Ruki Panjwani (she/her), and I am a lecensed professional counselor associate practicing under the supervision of Toni La’Zurs, LPC-S. I provide compassionate support to individuals, couples, and families through both in-person and virtual sessions from Houston, TX. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University, a CACREP-accredited program with a strong psychodynamic focus.

My credentials include certification as a Certified Trauma Practitioner (CTP), specialization as a neurodivergent expert, and advanced training as a Level Two PET

Our approach is holistic and client centered, because everyone's experience is unique. We are psychodynamically oriented and use a bio-psychosocial framework that considers biological, psychological, and social factors when understanding and treating a client’s life challenges. It also recognizes that human functioning is influenced by the interaction of these three domains, providing a more holistic view of the individual’s situation. This combination helps us see our client’s challenges more critically while keeping their history in mind.

We see a diverse set of clients. Challenges such