“Who Am I Without the Mask?” Understanding Masking in Neurodivergence and Trauma explores how masking develops in individuals with ADHD, autism, and trauma histories, and why many people spend years hiding parts of themselves to fit in or feel safe. The article explains what masking looks like, how it contributes to burnout, why it can delay ADHD and autism diagnoses—particularly among women, girls, LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, and other historically underrecognized groups—and how therapy can support healthy, gradual unmasking. Prospering Minds Counseling provides neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed therapy for children, teens, and adults exploring identity, masking, ADHD, autism, trauma, and emotional regulation.