You Are Not Alone on This Journey
Guidance, consultation, and heartfelt support for parents navigating life with a neurodivergent child — autism, ADHD, and other NPF diagnoses.
25 Years
of lived experience
A Parent Who Truly Understands
I'm Susanna — a mother of four children, all diagnosed with autism. For over 25 years, I have lived the daily reality that you are facing right now.
I know what it feels like to sit in school meetings where no one listens. I know the exhaustion of fighting for your child's rights, the loneliness of feeling misunderstood, and the overwhelming love you have for your child even on the hardest days.
Through my own journey, I have built deep knowledge of autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental conditions — not from textbooks, but from lived experience. I offer practical, compassionate support that meets you exactly where you are.
I am not a licensed psychologist, therapist, or medical professional. My support is experience-based, practical, and coaching-oriented.
25+
Years of lived experience
4
Children with autism
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Online via Google Meet
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Day, evening & weekends
Practical guidance for parents raising neurodivergent children
ADHD, Autism, sensory differences, and school challenges — I understand your world because I've lived it.
Who I Work Best With
I work best with parents who:
- Feel overwhelmed navigating school systems
- Recently received an ADHD or autism diagnosis for their child
- Want practical strategies for everyday family life
- Want to better understand their neurodivergent child
- Want practical strategies, not just theory
- Are ready to take steps toward a calmer family life
Most families work with me through support packages rather than single sessions.
After Working Together
Parents often tell me they:
- Understand your child's behavior better
- Feel more confident advocating for your child in school
- Learn practical strategies that reduce daily stress
- Feel less alone in the journey
"I created It's Okay to Be Different to support parents navigating life with neurodivergent children. My work is based on lived experience, practical strategies, and helping families feel less alone while finding solutions that work for them."
— Susanna, Founder
Limited Availability
To ensure high-quality support for each family, I work with a limited number of clients per month.
Only a limited number of package clients are accepted each month. Book your free consultation to secure your place.
Support Designed For Your Family
All sessions are held online via Google Meet. Available daytime, evenings, and weekends. All prices include Finnish VAT (ALV).
New Clients
Free 30-Minute Introduction Consultation
All new clients receive a free 30-minute consultation via DM, email, or Google Meet. No commitment required.
Parent Consultation
Private Clients
One-on-one online consultations via Google Meet to help you navigate challenges, understand your child's needs, and build practical strategies.
Minimum 30 min. Payment required before booking.
Parent Package
5 Hours + Emergency WhatsApp Support
5 hours of flexible consultation/coaching plus emergency WhatsApp support during the package period. Packages can be scheduled during the day, evening, or weekends — with adjusted rates to reflect the time of day.
5-Hour Package Price
| Schedule | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard (Daytime) | €600 |
| Evening (17:00–24:00) | €700 |
| Weekend (8:00–24:00) | €750 |
Additional Hours
Payment required before booking. Billed per started half-hour.
School & Authority Navigation
Advocacy & Support
Help with report writing, meeting participation, communication support, and navigating schools and authorities on your behalf.
Price depends on task complexity. Payment per started half hour.
Family Webinars
Tailored to Your Family
Personalized online webinars designed around your family's specific needs, challenges, and goals.
Tailored to your needs. Includes VAT (ALV).
Schools & Organizations
Workshops & Training
Tailored workshops, lectures, and consultation for schools and social services — from a parent perspective.
Includes VAT. Tailored to your organization's needs.
Custom Packages
Built Around You
We review your needs during the free consultation, then I prepare a tailored package proposal with hours, scope, and price sent via email.
Package becomes binding once payment is received.
Please note: All services are experience-based, practical, and coaching-oriented. They do not replace medical or therapeutic treatment. I am not a licensed psychologist, therapist, or medical professional.
Important Information
I offer guidance, coaching, and support for parents and families with children who have neurodevelopmental needs, but I am not a licensed psychologist, therapist, or medical professional. All support is experience-based, practical, and coaching-oriented, and does not replace medical or therapeutic treatment.
Payment is required before booking. All services are billed per started half-hour, and all prices are listed in euros (€) including Finnish VAT (ALV).
Billing Examples
If a session lasts 35 minutes, the client is billed for 1 full hour (2 started half-hours).
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellations made 7 or more days before the session receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations made less than 7 days before the session are non-refundable.
Knowledge Is Empowerment
Guides, articles, and strategies to help you understand, advocate, and thrive as an NPF parent.
The NPF Parent Starter Kit
Everything you need to know in your first year after diagnosis. Free download.
Browse PDF Guides →Understanding Your Child's NPF Diagnosis
A practical guide for newly diagnosed families — what it means, what to expect, and where to start.
Navigating School Systems as an NPF Parent
Know your rights. Learn how to advocate effectively in school meetings and IEP discussions.
Low-Arousal Parenting: A Practical Introduction
Reduce conflict and build connection with low-arousal approaches designed for neurodivergent children.
When Authorities Don't Listen: What You Can Do
Practical steps and scripts for when you feel unheard by schools, social services, or healthcare providers.
Autism & ADHD: Understanding the Overlap
Many children have co-occurring conditions. This guide explains what that means for daily life and support.
Sensory Strategies for Home and School
Practical sensory tools and environment adjustments that can make a real difference for your child.
Guides for Parents
Practical, expert guides written from lived experience. Instant download after purchase.
When the School Doesn't Listen
25 pages · PDF
A complete action guide for parents of children with NDD
- 9 chapters of practical strategies
- Ready-to-use email templates
- Incident documentation table
- Meeting preparation checklists
- +2 more...
Meltdown vs Tantrum
16 pages · PDF
Understanding the difference — and responding correctly
- Clear definitions with real examples
- Recognition checklist
- De-escalation strategies
- Practical scenarios
- +2 more...
Sensory Difficulties in Children with Autism
16 pages · PDF
Understand and reduce sensory stress in daily life
- 5 sensory channels explained
- Home & school strategies
- Morning routine tips
- Mealtime texture guide
- +2 more...
Introduction to Low-Arousal Approach
18 pages · PDF
The philosophy that transforms daily life for NDD children
- Core low-arousal principles
- Why traditional discipline fails
- Reducing demands effectively
- Creating calm environments
- +2 more...
Low-Arousal Approach in Everyday Life
18 pages · PDF
Step-by-step strategies for home, school, and community
- Morning & evening routines
- School transition strategies
- Community outings guide
- Sibling dynamics tips
- +2 more...
How to Prepare for School Meetings
17 pages · PDF
Walk in confident, prepared, and heard every time
- Pre-meeting preparation checklist
- Documentation to bring
- Questions to ask teachers
- How to take effective notes
- +2 more...
How to Handle Meltdowns in Children
20 pages · PDF
A compassionate, practical guide for parents and carers
- Meltdown stages explained
- In-the-moment strategies
- Safe space setup guide
- Post-meltdown recovery
- +2 more...
Explosive Children — Understanding the Behaviour
20 pages · PDF
Build safety, trust, and lasting calm at home
- Root causes of explosive behaviour
- Trigger identification guide
- Conflict reduction strategies
- Building safety & trust
- +2 more...
School Guide for Parents of Children with Autism
22 pages · PDF
Navigate school challenges and build teacher collaboration
- Common school challenges
- Classroom adaptation ideas
- Teacher communication guide
- Preventing school stress
- +2 more...
Complete Guide to IEP / EHCP
22 pages · PDF
A step-by-step roadmap for the IEP/EHCP process
- IEP vs EHCP explained
- How the process works
- Requesting an assessment
- Ensuring the right support
- +2 more...
IEP Meeting Package for Parents
22 pages · PDF
The complete premium toolkit for IEP meetings
- 25 questions to ask the school
- 4 ready-to-send template letters
- Complete meeting checklist
- Documentation templates
- +2 more...
Want personalised support?
Book a 1-on-1 consultation with Susanna for tailored guidance for your family.
Book a ConsultationYou Belong Here — Together We're Stronger
Join a growing community of NPF parents. Connect, learn, and grow — wherever you are in the world.
"No parent should have to navigate this alone."
Monthly Webinars
Live online sessions on topics that matter most to NPF parents — from school strategies to emotional wellbeing.
Learn more →Group Support Sessions
Small, safe group sessions where parents share experiences, find solidarity, and support each other.
Learn more →Parent Mentorship
Be matched with an experienced NPF parent mentor who has navigated similar challenges and can guide you.
Learn more →Workshops & Intensives
Deeper-dive workshops on specific topics: low-arousal parenting, school advocacy, self-care for parents.
Learn more →What Parents Say
"I finally felt understood. The group sessions gave me strength I didn't know I had."
— Maria, mother of two
"The school navigation guidance changed everything. I walked into that meeting feeling prepared and confident."
— Johan, father of a 9-year-old
"Knowing there are other parents going through the same thing — and that there's support — made all the difference."
— Anna, single parent
Building a Global Communityfor NPF Families
The long-term vision for "It's Okay to Be Different" is to grow into an international digital support platform — where families from anywhere in the world can access coaching, community, training, and crisis guidance.
Because every child deserves to be understood. And every parent deserves to feel supported.
Today
Personal consultations, guidance, and community support for NPF families in Sweden.
Growing
Expanding to online webinars, group programs, and a growing library of free resources.
Tomorrow
An international digital platform where families worldwide access coaching, community, and crisis support.
The Vision
A global community where every NPF parent feels understood, supported, and empowered to thrive.
"Every child is unique. Every parent is doing their best. Together, we can do more."
— It's Okay to Be Different
Building Bridges BetweenFamilies & Institutions
Schools and social services play a crucial role in the lives of neurodivergent children. When they understand the family perspective, everyone benefits — especially the child.
I offer lectures, training, and consultation to help organizations develop more inclusive, collaborative, and neurodiversity-affirming practices.
Lectures & Talks
Engaging presentations from a parent perspective that give staff real insight into the lived experience of NPF families.
Staff Training
Practical training sessions to help teachers and support staff better understand and work with neurodivergent students.
Family Collaboration
Consultation to improve communication and collaboration between schools and NPF families — building bridges, not walls.
Organizational Consultation
Support for social services and healthcare organizations to develop neurodiversity-affirming practices and policies.
50+
Schools Reached
200+
Staff Trained
10+
Organizations
100%
Parent Perspective
Take the First Step — It's Free
New clients receive a free 30-minute consultation via Google Meet. Pick a time that works for you — you'll get an automatic confirmation with a Google Meet link.
What to Expect
- A warm, non-judgmental conversation
- Space to share your situation and challenges
- Practical guidance and clear next steps
- Sessions via Google Meet — from anywhere in the world
- Available daytime, evenings, and weekends
- All times in Finnish time (EET/EEST)
All sessions held via Google Meet
Instant confirmation with Google Meet link
Cancellation Policy
- • Cancel 7+ days before: 50% refund
- • Cancel less than 7 days before: no refund
- • All bookings governed by Finnish law
- • Payment required before booking is confirmed
Choose How You'd Like to Pay
Payment is required before your session is confirmed. Choose the method that works best for you.
Card Payment
Pay securely by credit or debit card. Visa, Mastercard, and most major cards accepted worldwide.
Available when booking via the calendar above
PayPal
Pay via PayPal using your PayPal account or card. Fast, secure, and accepted internationally.
Click the button above to pay via PayPal. Include your full name + session date in the payment note, then contact Susanna to confirm your booking.
Bank Transfer
Pay directly by bank transfer. Ideal for Finnish and Nordic clients. No transaction fees.
Bank
Nordea Finland
IBAN
FI32 1103 2947 3698 31
BIC/SWIFT
NDEAFIHH
Write your full name + session date in the payment message. Contact Susanna after transfer to confirm.
Payment is required before your session is confirmed. For PayPal and bank transfer, please contact Susanna at [email protected] or via WhatsApp after payment so she can confirm your booking and send the Google Meet link. All prices include Finnish VAT (ALV).
Important Information
I offer guidance, coaching, and support for parents and families with children who have neurodevelopmental needs, but I am not a licensed psychologist, therapist, or medical professional. All support is experience-based, practical, and coaching-oriented, and does not replace medical or therapeutic treatment.
Payment is required before booking. All services are billed per started half-hour, and all prices are listed in euros (€) including Finnish VAT (ALV).
Billing Examples
If a session lasts 35 minutes, the client is billed for 1 full hour (2 started half-hours).
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellations made 7 or more days before the session receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations made less than 7 days before the session are non-refundable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can't find your answer here? Reach out via email or WhatsApp — I'm happy to help.
Still have questions?
Ready to Take the First Step?
Reach out via email, WhatsApp, or book directly in the calendar above. Susanna responds within 24 hours.
[email protected]
+358 41 363 1818
Online Sessions
Google Meet — worldwide
Availability
Daytime, evenings & weekends
All times in Finnish time (EET/EEST)
Languages
Not Sure What to Say?
That's completely okay. You can simply write "I need help" — and we'll figure out the rest together. There's no wrong way to reach out.
What Families Are Saying
Real experiences from parents who found their footing. Your story matters too.
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