About
Barbara (Blaze) Lazarony, LMFT
Neurodivergent Therapist in California and a Coach Worldwide
Greetings,
I am Barbara (Blaze) Lazarony, MA.. Blaze isn’t just a moniker; it’s an emblem of my light and bright spirit that has guided me through life’s turbulent currents.
My path to finding my calling in therapy and counseling was not a straight line. It was a winding trail with personal struggles, health battles, and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. Each challenge I faced didn’t just shape me; it ignited a spark within me to guide others through their life journeys as a neurodivergent therapist and coach.
Early Career
In the early stages of my career, I thrived in various roles. I worked in the fast-paced world of retail, where I led and mentored junior and senior executives and managed $2.5 billion in sales in 42 retail locations across the United States.
The young girl born on a rural Ohio farm thought she had finally made it to the big leagues in life! From the outside, everything looked perfect.
But, I was also so wrapped up in “being my job title ” that I could easily ignore the whispers that my health was suffering. Yeah, I was a business strategy junkie! I liked profit and loss statements, merchandise, and building wildly successful teams. A work/life balance? That didn’t exist.
Life threw me a curveball when I became a patient myself. My health struggles were not setbacks, but catalysts that spurred me to understand the intricate link between the mind, body, and spirit. I have survived and thrived through cancer, not once, not twice, but three times.
My doctors call me the poster child for cancer and autoimmune diseases, yet I persist through it all.
My first cancer journey also yielded me a mental health diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), anxiety, and depression; all of that rolled into a Complex Trauma diagnosis. I didn’t discover until almost twenty years later that two of those diagnoses’ actually earned me a seat on a neurodiversity bus. I also would call myself a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). I am transparent about all of my diagnoses’ with my clients and you, my dear reader because I want to normalize mental health issues.
My journey to recovery unveiled a passion for continuous learning, a trait that now defines my approach to therapy. I realized that every individual and couple is a unique and mysterious puzzle. I committed myself to unraveling these colorful mysteries of humanity, one piece at a time—coming from a place of warmth, empathy, and curiosity.
Below is my Blaze A Brilliant Path logo, a division of my work with women and a personal reminder to be a beacon of light and positive energy. I am also the CEO and founder of Love on the Autism Spectrum, Neurodiverse Executive Coaching, and Neurodiversity Network.
My Calling as a Neurodivergent Therapist
I discovered my true calling in working with people who are neurodiverse, including couples and individuals. As a neurodivergent therapist and coach, I understood that love is limitless, and neurodiversity is another aspect of this profound emotion. I empower couples to celebrate their differences to perceive them not as obstructions but as bridges leading to deeper understanding and connection.
Today, I stand tall, not merely as a master of counseling and therapy, but as a living testament to transforming struggles into purpose. I am proof of the power of resilience, the strength in vulnerability, and the beauty in being uniquely you.
I know this sounds a bit cheesy, mainly because I’ve always been a fan of the symbolism of the Statue of Library shining her torch over New York Harbor, but I am not just a therapist and coach; I am a beacon, guiding others through their darkest nights towards the dawn of a new understanding.
My story is a testament to the power of turning adversity into purpose, and I bring this spirit to my work every day.
If I’m not working with clients, you’ll find me enjoying living by the water in California and Ohio, spending time with my husband of thirty-five-plus years, or working on my computer. (My OCD self loves building a good spreadsheet or updating a website.)
So, yes, my name, ‘Blaze,’ is no accident – it symbolizes my bright and compassionate spirit, determination to turn trials into triumphs, and commitment to lighting the way for others.
I am Blaze, the embodiment of resilience, relentless learning, and the ability to transform trials into triumphs.
Will you allow me to help you as your neurodivergent therapist and coach?
My Approach to Therapy & Coaching
As an experienced neurodivergent therapist, I use many evidence-based approaches such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), as well as Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Brainspotting, plus Writing-to-Heal in our counseling and coaching sessions.
These methodologies have been extensively researched and proven effective in building healthy relationships, improving communication, resolving conflicts, and promoting personal growth. I hope to empower you to make lasting changes in your life and relationships.
My intention as a neurodivergent therapist and coach is to empower my clients with practical tools and strategies they can apply daily to create positive and lasting changes. I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for all of my clients to explore their feelings, interests, needs and values.
It’s important to find a neurodivergent therapist that’s a good fit.
As a neurodivergent Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Pacific Grove, California, I serve couples of all types of backgrounds looking to improve their relationships and strengthen their connections. My ideal clients are committed to making their relationships work, even though their neurodiversity is currently creating challenges in their individual lives and relationships.
Typically, one or both members of the couples I work with are neurodiverse, having Autism, ADHD, or even Complex Trauma. They may already be diagnosed, or I also offer Adult Autism and ADHD assessments and therapy in California. In addition, I cater to neurotypical or “allistic” partners who have Cassandra Syndrome.
I also offer therapy and coaching services to adult autistic individuals seeking support for themselves, whether single or in a relationship, and including all sexual orientations, colors, and creeds.
I firmly believe all neurodivergent people deserve to have fulfilling lives and relationships!
I empower you to live authentically and thrive in your relationships!
I strive to help my clients overcome challenges, find meaning and purpose, and build fulfilling connections with others.
I am dedicated to positively impacting my clients’ well-being. I believe that everyone can create positive changes in their lives, and I am here to support you every step of the way. I am not just a neurodivergent therapist and coach. I am an advocate for neurodiverse mental health, as well as diversity, equity, inclusivity, and accommodations.