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From my neurodivergent family to yours. I'm Danielle Sullivan, an autistic parent with autistic and ADHD children. Neurodiverging episodes include stories and lessons from my life, deep dives into the traits and histories of ADHD and autism, and reports about issues pertinent to ADHD and autistic folks in society. Welcome to Neurodiverging! Learn more on http://neurodiverging.com.

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    • Feb 5, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 118 EPISODES

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    The Neurodiverging podcast is an invaluable resource for parents of neurodivergent children, providing insights and understanding that can be difficult to find elsewhere. Hosted by Danielle, this podcast has quickly become a go-to for many individuals seeking support and information on how to navigate the unique challenges of raising neurodivergent children.

    One of the best aspects of The Neurodiverging podcast is the range of topics covered. Danielle touches on a variety of subjects related to neurodiversity, such as autism, ADHD, and other developmental differences. She approaches each topic with empathy and depth, creating a space where parents can feel understood and validated in their experiences. Not only does she provide valuable tips and strategies for navigating everyday situations, but she also invites experts and professionals to share their knowledge, further enriching the content. This diverse range of topics ensures that there is something relevant for everyone who tunes in.

    Another standout aspect of this podcast is Danielle's ability to create a safe and inclusive environment. As an autistic woman herself, she brings a unique perspective that resonates deeply with her audience. Her personal experiences allow her to offer authentic insights that are relatable to many listeners. This sense of authenticity fosters a strong sense of community among neurodivergent individuals and provides parents with reassurance that they are not alone in their journeys.

    While The Neurodiverging podcast offers an abundance of valuable information and support, one potential downside is the frequency of episodes. As a relatively new podcast, episodes are released less frequently than some other shows in this genre. However, it's important to note that quality often trumps quantity when it comes to content creation, and each episode brings forth meaningful discussions that make the wait worthwhile.

    In conclusion, The Neurodiverging podcast is a fantastic resource for parents navigating the complexities of raising neurodivergent children. With its diverse range of topics and Danielle's authentic approach as an autistic woman, this podcast offers a sense of community and understanding that is often difficult to find elsewhere. Despite the slightly lower frequency of episodes, the quality and depth of each discussion make it well worth the wait. Whether you're an autistic adult or someone seeking to understand the neurodivergent people in your life, The Neurodiverging podcast is highly recommended.



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    Latest episodes from Neurodiverging

    Bonus: Emotional Regulation with Danielle Sullivan (From Every Brain Is Different)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 8:56


    Danielle is excited to be a guest at the Neurodiversity and Harmony Summit this March! Learn more about emotional regulation what you can expect from the summit with this bonus audio from the Every Brain is Different podcast. Register to join us at everybrainisdifferent.com/danielle. Original Description: In this special episode of the Every Brain is Different podcast, Samantha welcomes back Danielle Sullivan. Danielle will be a panelist at the Neurodiversity and Harmony Summit, where she will present a 20-minute deep dive on co-regulation. During this episode, Danielle explains the concept of co-regulation, emphasizing its importance in balancing emotions between two individuals, whether they are parents and children, romantic partners, or friends. She highlights the challenges of co-regulating with neurodivergent children and provides practical advice for parents to help their children develop self-regulation skills while also maintaining their own emotional balance. For more insights, listeners are encouraged to sign up for the summit at everybrainisdifferent.com/danielle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Autistic Failure to Launch with Patty Laushman

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 33:20


    Let's talk to Patty Laushman, neurodivergent coach, about the critical topic of 'failure to launch' in autistic youth. Show notes and more: https://www.neurodiverging.com/autistic-failure-to-launch/ Join the Patreon for bonus content: http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Neurodivergent in the Natural World with Diana Renn

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 31:09


    Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/neurodivergent-in-the-natural-world-with-diana-renn/ Diana Renn's new middle grade book, The Owl Prowl Mystery, centers adolescence as an ADHDer, and how neurodivergence intersects with the natural world around us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How to Become an Advocate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 26:35


    Today Danielle is laying out how to become an advocate and how to decide what kind of advocacy you want to practice. This is a vital piece of being a neurodivergent person in a neurotypical world, so let's dive in. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-to-become-an-advocate/ Register for our free 5-day Empowerment Kickstart, starting 8/12: https://www.neurodiverging.com/empowerment ________________________ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Understanding Autistic Communication with Jaime A. Heidel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 49:41


    Enter to win a copy of “What Did I Do Wrong?”: An Accessible Guide to Preventing Traumatic Misunderstandings Between You and Your Autistic Loved One: https://www.neurodiverging.com/wrong Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/understanding-autistic-communication-with-jaime-a-heidel/ As a late-diagnosed autistic/ADHD person, this question was the theme of Jaime A. Heidel's childhood, teens, and young adult life. She created a guide to help the future generation of autistic people avoid unnecessary trauma from chronic miscommunication, while helping neurotypical people get their emotional needs met, as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Parenting Complex Developmental Trauma with Sandi Lerman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 35:57


    Sandi Lerman  is a certified transformational coach, mindfulness teacher, and somatic practitioner. She's also the parent of a young adult with significant complex developmental trauma. Today's she sharing some of what's she's learned through her decades of supporting her child's growth. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/parenting-complex-developmental-trauma-with-sandi-lerman/ Patrons, please note that all tiers have access to our full interview and Q&A with Sandi here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/parenting-trauma-105199490 Get ad-free podcast downloads by joining us on Patreon: http://patreon.com/neurodiverging ________________________ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization's larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    One Way to Be Less Ableist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 16:21


    Danielle discusses what ableism is, gives an example of ableism that they experienced recently, and discusses opportunities to reduce our own internalized ableism. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/one-way-to-be-less-ableist/________________________ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Experience of Hyperphantasia with Rebecca Vitsmun

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 38:30


    Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/the-experience-of-hyperphantasia/ As an autistic mother with neurodivergent children, our guest Rebecca Vitsmun was inspired by her personal experiences to provide an accessible story that inspires creative imagination in readers of all ages and backgrounds. Her book, Eliza Dee's Universes, highlights Eliza Dee's colorful adventures as hyperphantasia leads her to explore memories that springboard creative fantasies. ________________________ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    I'm Not Neurospicy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 20:07


    Is neurospicy just a cute, quirky word to describe someone with neurodivergent traits? Or is yet it another example of ableism sneaking into our common parlance? That's what we're talking about today. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/im-not-neurospicy/ Join the Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Medication Question

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 29:03


    Whether you're considering medication for yourself as a neurodivergent adult, or for a child, it can be a difficult and complex decision. Today, Danielle's talking about their personal history with medication as an autistic ADHDer, what considerations went into their decisions, and how they confronted medication stigma. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/the-medication-question/ Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/neurodiverging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Autistic Women Emerging with Nigel Rising

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 43:29


    Learn more about the conference at https://autisticwomenemerging.org/ Join the Neurodivering Patreon: http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Show notes and transcript: https://www.neurodiverging.com/autistic-women-emerging-with-nigel-rising/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Our Collaborative Families parenting class is closing soon.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 3:24


    Improve your family's relationships, communication and trust in 3 months. Learn more at https://neurodiverging.com/parenting. Interested in Collaborative Families but not sure if it's a fit? Join us for a free 30 minute info session and Q&A on Wednesday, 4/24, at 4PM MDT. Click here to save your seat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Danielle Answers Your Comments About Parenting PDA

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 31:31


    Today, Danielle is answering your Youtube comments about pervasive demand for autonomy/ pathological demand avoidance. Collaborative Families, our 3 month parenting program, starts May 1st. Learn more here: https://neurodiverging.thrivecart.com/collaborative-families/ Have a question you'd like me to answer in a future podcast? Email us at contact@neurodiverging.com Show notes here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/an-autistic-coach-answers-your-comments-about-parenting-pda/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How I'm Thriving as an Autistic Parent

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 35:32


    When I first became a parent, I was undiagnosed, burnt out and overwhelmed. Now, ten years into my parenting journey, I've evolved into a confident, creative, joyful, parent, a transformation I couldn't have imagined a decade ago. Today I'm talking about my journey, what I've learned, and how I got here. Show notes, book recs, and transcript here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-im-thriving-as-an-autistic-parent/ Learn more about our collaborative parenting class here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/parenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How to Reset After Autistic Burnout

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 30:57


    Get Yourself Together: a free 5-day bootcamp starting on 3/18. Register here: http://neurodiverging.com/together Collaborative Families is now open for registration! Save $100 if you enroll before 3/31. Class starts on 5/1. Learn more: http://neurodiverging.com/parenting Full show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-to-reset-after-autistic-burnout/ In this series, we delve into a personal journey—Danielle's recent experience with (almost) autistic burnout—and explore practical strategies that facilitated their surprisingly swift recovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How Trauma Compromises Executive Function

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 28:37


    Get Yourself Together: a free 5-day bootcamp starting on 3/18. Register here: http://neurodiverging.com/together Collaborative Families is now open for registration! Save $100 if you enroll before 3/31. Class starts on 5/1. Learn more: http://neurodiverging.com/parenting Full show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-autistic-trauma-compromises-executive-function/ In this series, we delve into a personal journey—Danielle's recent experience with almost) autistic burnout—and explore practical strategies that facilitated their surprisingly swift recovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Our expectations can contribute to autistic burnout.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 34:21


    Get Yourself Together: a free 5-day bootcamp starting on 3/18. Register here: http://neurodiverging.com/together Collaborative Families is now open for registration! Save $100 if you enroll before 3/31. Class starts on 5/1. Learn more: http://neurodiverging.com/parenting Full show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/our-expectations-can-contribute-to-autistic-burnout/ As a late-identified person, I didn't know what autistic burnout was until I was already many years into one. Then, I was able to make some significant changes that reduced many of my day-to-day challenges, and stayed burnout-free for a number of years. But around last summer, I almost hit hit full burnout again. In this episode, I'm explaining what happened, what I learned from it, and how I got out of burnout in record time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Being Neurodiversity-Affirming

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 13:09


    Neurodiversity-affirming is the new buzz word for sure, but what does it mean? Follow me on IG: @neurodiverging Join the Patreon: patreon.com/neurodiverging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Understanding the Science of Safety with Rebecca Kase

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 42:19


    On today's episode, Danielle talks with guest Rebecca Kase about everything polyvagal theory. Developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, polyvagal theory is an important model for understanding how people regulate emotional and physical health, especially in response to stress and perceived threats, and something we refer to in coaching very often. Rebecca discusses how we can use this model to help us understand and work with our nervous systems to feel better more often. Show notes here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/understanding-the-science-of-safety-with-rebecca-kase/ New to Neurodiverging? Check out https://www.neurodiverging.com/start-here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Create a Life That Works For You

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 16:22


    Watch the full webinar replay (and grab your free workbook!) through 2/6/24 here: https://tinyurl.com/yourndlifereplay And check our Jackie Coursey at sacredspacecoaching.net and @sacredspace916 on IG ________________________ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization's larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Ongoing Work of Constructing Identity with Charlie Ocean

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 33:05


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    Performative Allyship Within Capitalist Systems with Charlie Ocean, MSW

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 34:44


    Our first workshop of the year is Tension Tactics: Positive Strategies for Handling Stress, happening on 1/19 at 2PM MT. Learn more and get $5 off by registering at http://tinyurl.com/tensiontactics. Today, Danielle talks with neuroqueer LGBTQ+ trainer and community organizer Charlie Ocean, MSW to understand how performative allyship from companies led to a surge in DEI work post-George Floyd, and what the state of DEI is now several years later. Show notes and transcript: https://www.neurodiverging.com/performative-allyship-within-capitalist-systems/ ________________________ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization's larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Creating A Neurodivergent-Friendly New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 10:48


    For those of us who are neurodivergent, sticking to resolutions and working towards our goals is naturally challenging because the traditional approach to goal-setting does not align with our unique needs and strengths. In this episode, we explore how to create New Year's resolutions that are neurodivergent-friendly, empowering us to make meaningful progress and celebrate our achievements along the way. Show notes and transcript: https://www.neurodiverging.com/creating-a-neurodivergent-friendly-new-year/ ________________________ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization's larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Mailing Address: Danielle Sullivan 603 S Public Rd, #63 Lafayette, CO 80026-9998 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Learn with Dr. Emily - Penn Holderness: ADHD as a Superpower

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 52:48


    Today, we're happy to share an episode from Learn with Dr. Emily, where she interviews comedian and ADHDer, Penn Holderness. Enjoy! --- Growing up, Penn Holderness knew he was different than his friends. He had tics. He was called a spazz. He would cry really easily. In basketball practice, he would nearly chew through his shirt if he wasn't running around enough. If he was growing up in the 2020's, he'd be treated for ADHD pretty quickly. But back in the 80's, ADHD information wasn't widespread, and it wasn't until college that he was officially diagnosed. On today's episode, Penn talks about growing up with ADHD, finding his passion for music and performing arts, learning how to accept his limitations and lean into his superpowers, and how he would design a school for ADHD minds. You don't want to miss this vulnerable and hilarious episode. The Holderness Family: Youtube | Instagram | Facebook | Tik Tok | Podcast --- Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization's larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Integrated Workplace: On Disability Labor Reform

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 37:20


    Traditional disability employment models have been focused on sheltered workshops and sub-minimum wage jobs. What does true integration look like in the modern workplace, and how can we get there? Today we're talking to Ben Schatzel, the founder of Stannum Core Solutions, an agency dedicated to creating competitive, integrated employment outcomes for neurodivergent workers, about just that. Show notes and transcript: https://www.neurodiverging.com/the-integrated-workplace-on-disability-labor-reform/ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization's larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Emergency Preparedness for All

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 23:58


    Today coach Danielle Sullivan is discussing how her family evacuated a natural disaster successfully several years ago, and how families with neurodivergent children and family members can better prepare for potential disasters and emergencies. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/emergency-preparedness-for-all/ ________________________ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com/life-coaching/ + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like ad-free podcast episodes, recordings of our neurodiversity-related classes, live coaching and class discounts, and more! https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Communal Care and Neurodivergent Liberation

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 48:46


    Rainbow Winneke, who also goes by Bowie, is a neurodivergent support coach and gender doula, supporting people who are stepping into the next stage of their identity and authenticity. We're on the podcast discussing the intersections of neurotype, gender, sexuality, masking and unmasking, building community care toward neurodivergent liberation, and some ways to support our authentic expressions of ourselves in all ways. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/communal-care-and-neurodivergent-liberation/ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization's larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How to Be Together Without Talking (For Neurodivergent Families))

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 18:06


    Do you have an autistic loved one who sometimes wants to hang out but not necessarily talk a ton? Are you having trouble figuring out how to handle it? This podcast's for you! Thank you to my patrons for suggesting this topic! Need more help with handling your feelings around communication? Check out our mini course: https://neurodiverging.thrivecart.com/when-tone-triggers-you/ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization's larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How to Be Together Without Talking (For Neurodivergent Families)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 20:06


    Do you have an autistic loved one who sometimes wants to hang out but not necessarily talk a ton? Are you having trouble figuring out how to handle it? This podcast's for you! Thank you to my patrons for suggesting this topic! Need more help with handling your feelings around communication? Check out our mini course: https://neurodiverging.thrivecart.com/when-tone-triggers-you/ Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization's larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Autism Through Psychiatry's Lens

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 46:48


    Today I am talking to Dawn Tree, who is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who has an adult autistic son and is also a late-diagnosed ADHDer. Dawn has been practicing in psychiatry for the past 30 years. In today's interview, we're covering how the practice of psychiatry can help or harm autistic people, how medications are tested, used, and marketed to medical professionals, and how to find a psychiatric professional for your individual needs. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/autism-through-psychiatrys-lens/ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like ad-free podcast downloads, body doubling, coaching, and more: https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Does Diet Soda Cause Autism? News Commentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 32:18


    Today's podcast is a little different. I've been collecting some news articles that followers sent to me last month, and now I'm going to share my thoughts with you! So, does aspartame cause autism? Do 37% percent of autistic kids outgrow their autistic traits? Or, is autism still underdiagnosed by age 16? Let's talk about it today. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/does-aspartame-cause-autism-news-commentary/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Creating A Sensory-Friendly Space in Your Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 26:56


    One of the ways that neurodivergent people can manage our energy levels is by ensuring that our home is sensory-friendly and matches our needs. For people with autism, it is essential that feelings of overwhelm and overload are managed. This can be really tricky in the beginning. But with some self-reflection and practice (and sometimes trial and error) it is possible to create a space that works for you. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/managing-overwhelm-by-creating-a-sensory-friendly-space-in-your-home/ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like ad-free podcast downloads, body doubling, coaching, and more: https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Cultural Competency Across Neurotypes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 38:30


    What is cultural intelligence, and how does it intersect with inclusivity? That's what we're talking about with today's guest, Loren Rosaldo-Maldonado. Loren's the Chief People Officer at Cultura Inc., an ADHDer, and a Cultural Intelligence consultant with a passion for helping people and institutions navigate the complexities of the human condition. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/cultural-competency-across-neurotypes/ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like ad-free podcast downloads, body doubling, coaching, and more: https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How to Make Your Business or Practice Neurodivergent-Friendly

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 35:38


    I started the Neurodiverging podcast in 2020, right before the pandemic. It evolved into a coaching business with multiple coaches, writers, and tech support. We serve clients who are neurodivergent or have accessibility needs. Today, I want to discuss running a business that prioritizes the accessibility needs of employees and clients. Podcast page: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-to-make-your-business-or-practice-neurodivergent-friendly/ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com/life-coaching/ + Listen to the Neurodiverging Podcast: https://neurodiverging.com/podcast-index/ + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like self-help worksheets, recordings of our neurodiversity-related classes, live coaching and class discounts, and more! https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Playing to Our Strengths as Autistic Individuals with Peter Mann

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 31:06


    Podcast page: https://www.neurodiverging.com/playing-to-our-strengths-as-autistic-individuals/ CEO and engineer Peter Mann went through most of his life and career as an undiagnosed autistic. Now that's he has a late autism diagnosis, he has pivoted to find new ways to support others who are neurodivergent and may not know how to tap into their abilities to succeed at work. His new mission is to advocate for autism awareness in the workplace – and help others overcome obstacles to create cool new companies, products and more. I had a lovely, warm conversation with Peter about what needs to change in the workplace for autistic people to be able to use their strengths, what parenting was like for him as an undiagnosed father, his favorite anxiety coping strategies, and how our understanding of autism has changed in the past twenty years. Also, we briefly talk about how low-cost air purifiers are an important piece of health justice as global warming becomes a growing issue, so that's in here too! Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com/life-coaching/ + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like ad-free podcast episodes, weekly body doubling, monthly parent support, hot seat coaching and more! https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Autistics Process Environments Differently

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 24:22


    Today coach Danielle Sullivan discusses the unique processing challenges experienced by autistic individuals and those with sensory processing differences. Neurodivergent people must often manually process environmental data, such as sounds or sensory inputs, whereas neurotypical people are able to automate this process. This can be an added burden for neurodivergent folks. We hope to educate and raise awareness among those who do not have these processing differences, particularly parents of neurodivergent children and folks with neurodivergent partners. Podcast page: https://www.neurodiverging.com/autistics-process-environments-differently/ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com/life-coaching/ + Listen to the Neurodiverging Podcast: https://neurodiverging.com/podcast-index/ + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like self-help worksheets, recordings of our neurodiversity-related classes, live coaching and class discounts, and more! https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Therapeutics and Attunement at School with Ange Anderson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 27:00


    Ange Anderson is an experienced educator and author who has introduced various therapeutic and technological interventions in her school to support students with learning differences. She emphasizes the importance of play in the development of neurodivergent children, regardless of their specific neurodivergent condition. Learn more about Ange here: https://angeandersontherapeutic.co.uk Podcast page: https://www.neurodiverging.com/therapeutics-and-attunement-with-ange-anderson/ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com/life-coaching/ + Listen to the Neurodiverging Podcast: https://neurodiverging.com/podcast-index/ + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like self-help worksheets, recordings of our neurodiversity-related classes, live coaching and class discounts, and more! https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Join the regulation revolution.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2023 1:56


    Use code DEEPBREATH to get the course for just $39 until Monday, 9/12/23! https://neurodiverging.thrivecart.com/breathe-anxiety-away/ *Sale ends at 11:59PM Mountain Time on 9/12/23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    A Neurodiversity Coach's Top 5 Tips for Better Productivity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 24:48


    Danielle Sullivan, owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, discusses the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in completing tasks and offers 5 tips for improving productivity, which should not come at the expense of self-care. Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com/life-coaching/ + Listen to the Neurodiverging Podcast: https://neurodiverging.com/podcast-index/ + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like self-help worksheets, recordings of our neurodiversity-related classes, live coaching and class discounts, and more! https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    [Replay] Getting Started with Mindfulness for Neurodivergent Families

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 48:33


    On today's summer replay, meet Dr. Rabia Subhani, neuropsychologist, certified mindfulness teacher (many times over!), and mother of an autistic child. Rabia is the creator of Mindful Village®, a secular eight to twelve week program geared towards the parents and caregivers of neurodiverse children. On this episode of Neurodiverging, Dr. Rabia and I are discussing what mindfulness is, how it works, why it's a good fit for many neurodiverse families, and why parents need to learn to practice mindfulness before they can teach it to their children. Plus, Rabia offers many examples of exercises you can do at home with your family! + Learn more about Mindful Village®: https://dsullivan--mindful-living-llc.thrivecart.com/foundations-essentials-package/ + Buy Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life by Thích Nhất Hạnh on Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/a/4824/9780553351392 | Amazon: https://amzn.to/3qsALIo + Need a Hoberman sphere to practice mindful breathing? Check out this one: https://amzn.to/2TEzJwL + See show notes on Neurodiverging.com: https://neurodiverging.com/mindfulness-neurodiverse-families-dr-rabia-subhani/ + Become a Patron and get behind-the-scenes goodies, self-help and coaching resources, and more: https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging

    [Replay] How One Woman Made Classrooms More Accessible, Nationwide

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 46:16


    My guest today is Suzanne Rupp DeMallie, who's recently published an amazing book: Can You Hear Me Now?: Join the Conversation to Make Public Education a Better Choice. As a parent to a child with auditory processing deficit, Suzanne fought a nationwide battle against bureaucracy to get teacher microphones into classrooms throughout the United States. We're discussing her family's experience with auditory processing disorder, practical ideas for supporting kids dealing with the issue at home and at school, and what it was like fighting for microphones in the classroom at the national level. Check Neurodiverging out on Patreon to support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging Buy Can You Hear Me Now?: Join the Conversation to Make Public Education a Better Choice on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2P7cSbr | Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/a/4824/9781544517964 | or ask for it at your local bookstore. Suzanne's website is full of fantastic resources: https://suzannedemallie.com/ Shownotes and a transcript are up at https://neurodiverging.com/auditory-processing-disorder-at-school-with-suzanne-demallie/ now!

    [Replay] The Diagnosis Journeys of Neurodivergent Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 35:46


    Misdiagnosis after misdiagnosis. Disbelief from doctors and mental health professionals after you explain your symptoms. Being shuffled from one doctor to the next with no help in sight. Millions of neurodiverse women struggle everyday to get support from their healthcare and mental health professionals that actually improves their lives. So many of us are not getting our health needs met, and are falling into more anxiety and depression because of it. What could society do better to help us? Today, I am honored to present interviews with Lauren Melissa @autienelle, Dominica @the_ADHD_dynosaur, and Meg @arfidawareness to discuss their experiences getting help from medical and mental health systems for themselves and their families, what worked and what was a disaster, and what could be done to help neurodiverse people. - Hit the subscribe button to make sure you are notified when there's a new episode: https://mailchi.mp/66e2de2c4b59/signuphere - Check Neurodiverging out on Patreon, and support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging - See Show Notes for this episode here: https://neurodiverging.com/take-better-care-neurodiverse-women/ - Find Neurodiverging on Bookshop here: https://bookshop.org/shop/neurodiverging

    [Replay] Executive Function Life Hacks and Spirituality for Neurodivergent Folks with Rev. Catharine Clarenbach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 51:40


    I'm honored to be joined on this week's episode by Reverend Catharine Clarenbach. Rev. Catharine is a white, fat, cis woman, a sovereign queer femme with ADHD, bipolar disorder, well-managed mental illness, and trauma from sexual assault. She is also an ordained Unitarian Universalist minister and an Initiate in the Tradition of Stone Circle Wicca (USA). She spent four years in discernment with an order of Roman Catholic religious sisters, and is trained and credentialed as a spiritual director. In this interview, we're talking about creating safe spiritual and religious spaces for autistic, ADHD, and other neurodivergent folks; our favorite house cleaning hacks for folks with executive dysfunction like us; and, how to keep a fruitful, fulfilling relationship with a partner who is a different neurotype than you. Thank you to my patrons! - Hit the subscribe button to make sure you are notified when there's a new episode: https://mailchi.mp/66e2de2c4b59/signuphere - Check Neurodiverging out on Patreon, and support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging - See Show Notes for this episode here: https://neurodiverging.com/creating-safe-spiritual-spaces-for-neurodivergent-folks-with-rev-catharine-clarenbach/ - Buy ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3qDuzMs / Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/a/4824/9781138190740 - Find Neurodiverging on Bookshop here: https://bookshop.org/shop/neurodiverging --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodiverging/message

    [Replay] Building Your Emotional Toolkit with Autistic Therapist Kathy Carter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 39:16


    From Defeated to Inspired is open for enrollment. Learn more: https://www.neurodiverging.com/group-coaching-neurodivergent/ On today's episode, I'm talking with guest Kathy Carter, an autistic cognitive behavioral hypnotherapist who works with gender diverse and neurodiverse clients. We will be talking about:  - the type of hypnotherapy Kathy practices and why it's useful for neurodivergent people  - what emotional literacy and emotional regulation are and how to improve your own and your family's with some really great practical tips  - how to assess whether a medical health provider or a mental health provider is neurodiversity-friendly and neurodiversity affirming. Learn more about Kathy Carter and her practice at ⁠arrivetherapy.co.uk⁠ and follow her on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/yourholistictherapist/⁠ Watch the video version of this podcast here: ⁠https://youtu.be/aI93yULs5Tg⁠ Full transcript, show notes, and further resources available here: ⁠https://neurodiverging.com/building-your-emotional-toolkit-with-autistic-therapist-kathy-carter/⁠ Want special access to Patrons-Only Downloads, and many other perks? Consider pledging $5 or $10 a month to fund the Neurodiverging Podcast. Find out more and pledge today at ⁠patreon.com/neurodiverging⁠. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodiverging/message

    Why Do People Think ADHD Is A Moral Deficiency?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 19:32


    Today, we're continuing our discussion on the history of ADHD in the early modern era, working from the 1850s through the 1980s. After this episode, when you hear someone say ADHD, you'll have some idea of the historical and cultural context behind it, and you'll know why some people think ADHD is just the result of us “not trying hard enough.” Thank you to our Patrons for funding this podcast. Find out more and pledge today at patreon.com/neurodiverging. Our sincere thanks to: Jacqueline, RW Painter, Mashbooq, Galactic Fay, Estevanny, Theresa, Brianne, Angel, Megan, Cee, Shilo, Valerie, Joseph, Margie, Winnie, and all of our other patrons. Show Notes & Sources: https://www.neurodiverging.com/the-history-of-attention-deficit-disorder/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodiverging/message

    Where Does the Stigma Against ADHD Come From?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 21:48


    Why is ADHD still so heavily stigmatized in our culture, when it's one of the most well-understood neurodivergences out there? We need to dig into the history of ADHD to understand where this stigma comes from and how to fight against it in our day-to-day lives. In today's episode, we're covering: Theophrastus' “Obtuse Man,” an ancient example of a person with ADHD traits  the medieval tie between spiritual health and mental health  Sir Alexander Crichton's work, which changed the course of neurodivergent history at the very turn of the 19th century Our sincere thanks to: Jacqueline, RW Painter, Mashbooq, Galactic Fay, Estevanny, Theresa, Brianne, Angel, Megan, Cee, Shilo, Valerie, Joseph, Margie, Winnie, and all of our other patrons. Thank you to our Patrons for funding this podcast. Find out more and pledge today at ⁠patreon.com/neurodiverging⁠. Full show notes and sources: ⁠https://www.neurodiverging.com/the-history-of-adhd-part-1/⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodiverging/message

    What You Need to Know to Advocate for Disability Justice

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 35:21


    Dr. Bibi Pirayesh has spent the last 15 years working with hundreds of children, parents, teachers, and schools as an educational therapist to enhance the lives of children with learning disabilities. While the emphasis of her work is on remediating learning disabilities in a one-on-one setting, she is also a sought after community advocate for children and families around learning rights. In 2020, Dr. Pirayesh launched The Difference is Not Deficit Project to help promote the importance of seeing learning disability as a social justice issue. Learn more about Dr. Bibi Pirayesh here: https://www.oneofonekids.org/about/ Follow her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-bibi-pirayesh-b771331/ Learn more at the Association of Educational Therapists here: https://www.aetonline.org/ Full show notes and transcript here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/what-you-need-to-know-to-advocate-for-disability-justice/ ________________________ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com/life-coaching/ + Listen to the Neurodiverging Podcast: https://neurodiverging.com/podcast-index/ + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like self-help worksheets, recordings of our neurodiversity-related classes, live coaching and class discounts, and more! https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find me on social @neurodiverging. Mailing Address: Danielle Sullivan 603 S Public Rd, #63 Lafayette, CO 80026-9998 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodiverging/message

    Neurodiversity in the Kink Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 52:54


    Today, we're interviewing Jake Maxwell, a neurodivergent DJ active in the kink community, who's working to make night club and kink spaces friendly for neurodivergent people. Jake co-created LOBO (Lights Out, Barks Out), a monthly event held for the kink community with a focus on welcoming everyone, as a way to encourage people to break free from societal expectations and create a space to be themselves. In today's interview, we're covering: - what strategies actually work to make busy events accessible for neurodivergent people - the challenges of ensuring consent in the kink space, especially for neurodivergent individuals - why we think there's so much overlap among the autistic community and the kink community Show notes and transcript available here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/neurodiversity-in-the-kink-community/ Learn more about Jake and LOBO here: https://jakemaxwellproductions.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodiverging/message

    Living Life with Dyspraxia with Rosemary Richings

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 21:16


    Today, Rosemary Richings and Danielle discuss Rosemary's experience with dyspraxia and her work as a freelance writer, editor, and public speaker in the area of neurodiversity and disability. We're also talking about Rosemary's book, Stumbling Through Space and Time: Living Life with Dyspraxia, which uses stories from her own life to help people understand the condition in simple language. In today's interview, we're covering: - what dyspraxia is and some of the symptoms Rosemary's experienced - Rosemary's advocacy around creating accessible workplaces for dyspraxics - what accommodations can help dyspraxic folks at school and at work Show notes and more here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/living-life-with-dyspraxia-with-rosemary-richings/ *Check out Rosemary's book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/41NJKpP *Or Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/a/4824/9781839972690 *If you purchase through these links, Neurodiverging may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodiverging/message

    5 Neurodivergent Profiles That Are More Common Than You Thought

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 35:14


    As a parent coach, I see a lot of children who have more than one neurodivergence in their profile. Today, we're talking about five of the most common, least understood neurodivergent profiles that might be complicating your communication and behaviors. See show notes and the transcript here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/5-neurodivergent-profiles-that-are-more-common-than-you-thought/ Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like self-help worksheets, recordings of our neurodiversity-related classes and more! https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging Our next Collaborative Families class begins in May. Learn more: https://neurodiverging.com/neurodivergent-collaborative-parenting-class-group-coaching-program/ Find us on social @neurodiverging. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodiverging/message

    Our Strengths Are Superpowers with ADHD Coach Alexandra Gilbert

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 36:03


    After spending her career working in leadership development, Alex Gilbert decided to start a consulting and coaching business to help adults with learning disabilities and/or ADHD (like herself), who have been struggling in their careers and at home. In today's interview, we're covering: - Alex's journey to becoming a life coach after a career in leadership development - the importance of adaptive technology and other resources for adults with learning disabilities and ADHD, and how these resources can benefit everyone. - how we can better understand our own needs in order to advocate for ourselves - Alex's experience as a new parent and how to avoid the comparison game Show notes here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/alexandra-gilbert-of-cape-able-consulting/ Learn more about Alexandra Gilbert here: https://www.capeableconsulting.com/ Thank you to our Patrons for funding this podcast. Find out more and pledge today at patreon.com/neurodiverging. Our sincere thanks to: Jacqueline, RW Painter, Galactic Fay, Theresa, Charley, Megan, Cee, Brianne, Estevanny, Katharine, Shilo, Angel, Valerie, MrToDubble, Randy, Joseph, Emma, and all of our other patrons. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/neurodiverging/message

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