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Female Autism: Challenging Stereotypes, and the Need for Education Another Highly Sensitive Therapist and I discuss the challenges (and gifts) of being diagnosed autistic. We discuss how autism in sensitive females (Assigned Female at Birth AFAB) presents differently, as well as how autism in females tends to be very different than autism in males. We address common things that are said that may feel supportive, but aren't, and we talk about common misperceptions as well. We talk about the lack of research and challenges between the Autism community and the HSP community. GUEST Stephanie Gardner Wright, LMSW HIGHLIGHTS   Autistic women tend to internalize their struggles, so they don't “look” autistic 80% of those diagnosed with autism, also have ADHD 95% of women who seek an autism assessment are diagnosed with autism Undiagnosed autism can be misdiagnosed as Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD (it's possible to have comorbidities) Seek to understand the experience of the person who tells you they're autistic Ask how you can support them Saying things like, “Everyone is a little autistic,” or “You don't look/seem/act autistic,” or “I wouldn't have known you are autistic” is harmful and invalidating Questioning the validity of someone's diagnosis is invalidating (and not really your business) We need more research around how autism and sensitives may coincide Recognizing signs of autism and seeking a proper diagnosis can improve understanding and acceptance. Undiagnosed individuals often feel isolated, misunderstood, and unsupported, impacting mental health and well-being. Lack of research on autism in women and the correlation between ADHD and autism contribute to undiagnosed cases. Increased awareness and understanding are needed to better support neurodivergent individuals. Proper diagnoses are crucial for providing appropriate support and self-care. Recognizing the possibility of misdiagnosis promotes awareness about autism and challenges stereotypes. Late autism diagnosis can provide deeper insights and self-awareness, empowering individuals in personal and professional life. GUEST BIO Stephanie Gardner-Wright, LMSW, is a licensed psychotherapist and mental health coach who specializes in supporting highly sensitive and neurodivergent folks. She hosts the podcast Sensitivity Sessions, supporting sensitive souls to find ease and purpose in an overstimulating world. After working with her, her clients have been able to reduce their anxiety, set better boundaries, manage their depression, and heal deep-seated traumas. Stephanie brings to her clients more than a decade of experience helping hundreds of individuals through her private practice and in both agency and community mental health settings.  PODCAST HOST Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Coach.  She knows what it's like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive to help other HSPs know that they aren't alone, and that being an HSP has amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for HSPs that focus on understanding what it means to be an HSP, self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors us LINKS Stephanie's Links  Website--https://www.stephaniegardnerwright.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniegardnerwright/  Podcast: https://www.innerguideconsulting.com/podcast   Samantha Craft's autism checklist--https://everydayautistic.wordpress.com/2016/05/02/females-with-aspergers-syndrome-checklist-by-samantha-craft/    Samantha Craft's website and link to autism checklist--http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/samantha-crafts-autistic-traits-checklist/   Unmasking Autism by Devon Price Patricia's Links  HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Online HSP Course Materials (no group included) https://patriciayounglcsw.com/product-category/hsp-classes/ Receive the top 10 most downloaded episodes of the podcast-- https://www.subscribepage.com/e6z6e6 Sign up for the Newsletter-- https://www.subscribepage.com/y0l7d4 To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok--https://www.tiktok.com/@unapologeticallysensitiv e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

Many more women are discovering they're autistic later in life.  Including many women who may not appear to fit the ‘stereotypical' perceptions of autism.  Like TV presenter Melanie Sykes, model and TV presenter Christine McGuinness (wife of Top Gear presenter Paddy) and Period Power author Maisie Hill.  I've talked openly about my diagnosis of ADHD. Earlier this year I discovered that I'm also autistic. Something that has taken me longer to feel comfortable talking about - mainly I feel because of my fear of not being ‘believed'. Mainly due to peoples' stereotypical and, quite frankly, outdated views on what autism looks like - particularly in women.  In this episode of the Courageous Content Podcast (which you can also read as a blog) I share what led me to this discovery and how it's impacting my life and business.  Key Links https://janetmurray.co.uk/the-courators-club/?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=club (Janet Murray's Courators Club) https://janetmurray.co.uk/courageous-blog-content-kit/?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=blogging-kit (Janet Murray's Courageous Blog Content Kit) https://janetmurray.co.uk/courageous-content-live-newcastle/?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=cclive-2022 (Janet Murray's Courageous Content Live event) https://janetmurray.co.uk/courageous-email-lead-magnet-kit-waitlist/?fbclid=IwAR0kdtOMdep1SEik_HGIfcXEcK_SjTslRkuY-EthxdGCQDytVgMTj4olV18?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=lead-magnet-kit (Save £30 on my Courageous Email Lead Magnet Content Kit using the code MAGNET67.) https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fjanetmurray.co.uk%2Fbusiness-basics-content-kit%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0Gn0X8LN0BP6FpjxJbRdEhtRmB4905AZiQXKHCPpR4z4_Bh3HPfCC6KiQ&h=AT0Bsmss2i3rp_9AS1bM-3zcJ-OAm_7-7Zvj-oZcWYrL_KqRrpmXzDZ5fgq5fLL3fmF5yw1EcfpLaGTteHjVpe6CV_RxjBCjFRZ3hNXbKbt2qAMf-IhILZ3rzQyhhUBS6D0?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=business-kit (Save £30 on my Business Basics Content Kit using the code PODCAST67.) https://janetmurray.co.uk/courageous-launch-content-kit/?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=launch-kit (Save £30 on my Courageous Launch Content Kit using the code PODCAST67. ) https://janetmurray.co.uk/product/courators-kit/?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=courators-kit (Janet Murray's Courators Kit) https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fjanetmurray.co.uk%2Fthe-ultimate-course-launch-checklist%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3dsPrPU0ya0myvtFeElsM-hthLgszz_hihZD_mQTNTBrAZ-wRgGdfa3ek&h=AT233KuUmv2ZPYdDXerw4bdUqik7OgnFRZyEWYtWUFttj3cC0L6UvPt2fO7hUxRpkG9nAdGQVtIIhWo_IwmSIZENnkhFrVpt0nDWEfuG3XJ9YtRqQk5VHB0AZf_PkueK3vM (Janet Murray's FREE Ultimate Course Launch Checklist) http://www.courageouscontentplanner.com/?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=planner (Janet Murray's Courageous Content Planner) https://janetmurray.co.uk/how-i-discovered-i-had-adhd-and-why-its-my-superpower-as-an-entrepreneur/ (How I discovered I had ADHD (and why it's my superpower as an entrepreneur)) (podcast) Samantha Craft: http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/samantha-crafts-autistic.../ (Autistic Woman's Checklist) https://www.youtube.com/c/YoSamdySam (Yo Samdy Sam) (YouTube Channel)...

Cloie Parfitt is a psychotherapist, originally from Tennessee in the United States, now living in Norwich in the UK. A former nurse, she switched to psychotherapy when she realised that she found the hospital environment and long shifts too much of a sensory challenge.  She now works with many neurodivergent clients, and is currently undertaking a professional doctorate in counselling and psychotherapy at the University of Edinburgh, where she works collaboratively with autistic women to explore their experience of psychological trauma and trauma therapy.  In our conversation we talk about  ➡ Her experiences of social isolation, sensory overload, burnout and depression ➡ Psychotherapy and autism ➡ Why some types of therapy don't always work for autistic women ➡ Barriers to effective treatment, and how mental health practitioners can better mitigate these challenges. Squarepeg is a podcast in which neurodivergent women, and trans and nonbinary people, explore navigating a neurotypical world and share their insights, challenges and successes. I hope that these conversations will be inspiring and thought provoking, open you up to new ways of thinking about being neurodivergent, and help you feel more connected to a worldwide community of people with similar experiences. I'm Amy Richards, and after being diagnosed autistic at the age of 37 I'm now on a mission to learn more about different perspectives and issues around being a neurodivergent adult in a world that feels like it doesn't quite fit.   EPISODE LINKS: Cloie's website: www.diversemindstherapy.org Her Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the_neurodivergent_therapist/  Samantha Craft's list of traits: http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/samantha-crafts-autistic-traits-checklist/ VOTE FOR SQUAREPEG IN THE BRITISH PODCAST AWARDS If you haven't voted in the British Podcast Awards yet, there's still time! I've been nominated for a Rising Star award for Squarepeg – and you can vote for me in the Listeners' Choice award. Voting closes on Sunday 17 July. It would be amazing if Squarepeg could win something, as it will help spread the word and allow more people who could benefit from it to find the podcast. >>> If you want to vote, click here and search for ‘Squarepeg' with no space to find the right show.

In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back self-advocate Marcelle Ciampi M.Ed. (Samantha Craft). As you may recall, Marcelle is the author, under the pen name “Samantha Craft”, of the book Everyday Aspergers: A Journey on the Autism Spectrum, as well as a contributing author to the book Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism. Her newest manuscript is Autism in a Briefcase: Straight talk about belonging in a neurodiverse world. Marcelle is a business consultant for Fortune 500 companies and the Senior Manager of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Ambassador at Ultranauts Inc., a fully remote engineering firm where 75% of the employees identify with being on the autism spectrum. She's currently in the doctorate program for organizational leadership with an emphasis on social justice. For more about Marcelle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelle-ciampi-aka-samantha-craft-she-her-290a11b6/ http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/ ----------------- Spectrumly Speaking is the podcast dedicated to women on the autism spectrum, produced by Different Brains®. Every other week, join our hosts Haley Moss (an autism self-advocate, attorney, artist, and author) and Dr. Lori Butts (a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist, and licensed attorney) as they discuss topics and news stories, share personal stories, and interview some of the most fascinating voices from the autism community. Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ https://www.instagram.com/diffbrains/ http://differentbrains.org/category/spectrumlyspeaking/

In this episode Marcelle and I have a very exciting and inspiring conversation about inclusion, diversity and universal design in the workplace. Marcelle Ciampi M.Ed. (aka Samantha Craft), a respected Autistic author and international ambassador, has been featured at over 100 events around the world. Ciampi is best known for her writings found in the well-received book Everyday Aspergers, endorsed by best-selling author Steve Silberman. She is the Senior Manager of DEI at Ultranauts Inc., an engineering firm with an autism hiring initiative (featured in the New York Times), where Ciampi is credited for largely-architecting an innovative universal design approach to workplace inclusion. Some of her works, especially the Autistic Traits List, have been translated into multiple languages and widely-shared in counseling offices, globally. A former school teacher, Ciampi has corresponded directly with over 10,000 individuals on the autism spectrum and been featured in various literature, including citations in articles, books, and research papers. A selection of her writings can be found in ND GiFTS, ICare4 Autism, Exceptional Needs Today, Autism Parenting Magazine, ERE, and Different Brains. Considered an expert in the field of neurodiversity in the workplace, by key thought leaders such as Judy Singer, her knowledge is shared through consultancy work at quality enterprises like Uptimize. She serves as the founder of Spectrum Suite LLC, the Co-founder of the Spectrum Lights Inclusion Summit, Co-executive of LifeGuides for Autistics, and a contributor, advisor, and board member to autism organizations and conferences, including the Stanford Neurodiversity Summit. Her upcoming book, Autism in a Briefcase: Straight talk about belonging in a neurodiverse world, is based on 3000 hours of study. Ciampi also contributed to the book Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism and was recently accepted as a doctoral student in the field of organizational leadership and social justice. Recent appearances include AstraZeneca, Deloitte, Accenture, and Bank of New York Mellon. Marcelle is Autistic (Aspergers) with gifted-intellect, and dyslexic, dyspraxic, and hyperlexic, what she calls a ‘blended-neurodivergent.' Two of her adult sons are also neurodivergent, as is her life partner.You can find out more about Marcelle and her work at http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/ and https://ultranauts.co/ 

In this week's episode, Brigitte interviews Marcelle Ciampi, a respected autistic author of Everyday Asperger, to talk about her life as a late-age diagnosed woman on the spectrum and her work to promote workplace inclusion.Marcelle is the Senior Manager at Ultranauts Inc., a fully remote engineering firm with an Autistic hiring initiative where she is credited for architecting a universal design approach to workplace inclusion. Her knowledge is shared through training and consultancy work at Fortune 500 companies. She serves as the founder of Spectrum Suite LLC, the Co-Founder of The Diversity with Dignity Global Roundtable, and Co-Executive of neuroguides.org. Marcelle is also a contributor to the book Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism. Marcelle shares her story of struggling with her middle son and his eventual diagnosis of autism and her own late-age diagnosis that came much later. She started writing about her experience of living on the spectrum and what it was like to receive a late-age diagnosis as a woman, which she turned into a blog and later, a book.  She talks about her motivation behind her advocacy work which stems from her desire for autistic people who have been bullied and told they need to be different than they are to know that they're valuable and worthy. She also talks about workplace inclusion and the universal design approach that she helped to architect to consider the challenges of every team member and to support them through all life circumstances and capabilities.They discuss the obstacles to employment that autistic adults face and the broken systems that were not set up to support neurodivergent people and in what ways we can improve our recruitment process.In addition, they talk about the importance of vulnerability in the workplace that encourages everyone to feel accepted and supported and to be able to have mature, kind, and uncomfortable conversations where everyone can express themselves safely. Enjoy this episode!Resources/Links:Marcelle emailmarcelle@ultranauts.coSpectrum Suitehttp://www.myspectrumsuite.com/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/everydayaspergers/LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.comMother's Guide Through Autism Private Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/mothersguidethroughautismBrigitte Websitehttps://bmvlifecoach.com/

(46 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back Marcie Ciampi, M.Ed.. As you may recall, Marcie is the author, under the pen name “Samantha Craft”, of the book Everyday Aspergers: A Journey on the Autism Spectrum, as well as a contributing author to the book Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism. She is also a vocational coach, a peer mentor, business consultant, and community manager/lead job recruiter at Ultranauts, previously known as ULTRA Testing. For more information about Marcie, visit: http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/ For more information about Ultranauts, visit: http://ultranauts.co/ ----------------- Spectrumly Speaking is the podcast dedicated to women on the autism spectrum, produced by Different Brains®. Every other week, join our hosts Haley Moss (an autism self-advocate, attorney, artist, and author) and Dr. Lori Butts (a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist, and licensed attorney) as they discuss topics and news stories, share personal stories, and interview some of the most fascinating voices from the autism community. Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ http://differentbrains.org/category/spectrumlyspeaking/

Episode 206 is live! This week, we talk with Samantha Craft in Washington State.  Please note: This episode was recorded before the COVID pandemic began.  Samantha is the author of a book and website, both called Everyday Asperger's. She is also the Founder of Spectrum Suite, an organization that celebrates neurodiversity through education.  On today's episode, Samantha shares: What the term neurodiversity means What we can do to make our workplaces more inclusive to neurodiverse employees Whether or not you should share your neurodiversity with your employer  Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. To learn more about Samantha's work, check out her website at https://everydayaspergers.com/.  Thank YOU for listening! If you've enjoyed the show today, don't forget to help me out. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts! When you subscribe, it helps to make the show easier for other job seekers to find the show!

Interview with Marcie Ciampi, M.Ed. (aka Samantha Craft) "Marcie is best known for her writings found in the well-received blog and book Everyday Aspergers. A professional educator, she has been featured in various literature including peer-reviewed journals, Aspien Women, Autism Parenting Magazine, The Mighty, Project Aspie, Art & Autism, and Different Brains. Marcie serves as a Senior Recruiter and Outreach Specialist at ULTRA Testing, a technology company with a neurodiversity hiring initiative, and serves as a consultant for Uptimize and NeuroGuides. She is a coauthor of Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism and speaks globally on the topic of neurodiversity as it relates to employment and self-empowerment. Her company is Spectrum Suite LLC. Spectrum Suite LLC provides unique and affordable educational workshops, training, speaking, and coaching services." More information can be found at http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/our-services/ Our new website has launched at www.tosharollins.com Here you will find all episodes to the Autism in Action Podcast, Autism Resources, and more information about working with Tosha Rollins. Please check out the Autism in Action Facebook group for more autism resources, and connect with other families affected by autism. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2433480950016553/ The launch of the Piece by Peace parenting program has taken off and is available for parents to help them learn to advocate and navigate through the world of autism. Please join our email list to learn more about the program at https://mailchi.mp/4504135de926/piecebypeace You can also email me at toshadrollins@gmail.com or find my handle on facebook @tosharollinslive PLEASE share this podcast and leave a comment or review to help us grow and spread the word about all the services available for families affected by autism. Our new book has been published: Autism Unspoken Until Now (An emotional collection of memoirs from moms to moms with children on the Autism Spectrum. You can find your copy at Amazon.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/autisminaction/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisminaction/support

(51 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and and guest co-host Marcie Ciampi M.Ed. (Samantha Craft) welcome autism advocate Wanda Deschamps. Wanda is founder and principal of Liberty Co – a consultancy for non-profits with charitable status. When not spending time with friends, following the Pittsburg Penguins, exercising, or reading about history, biographies or current affairs, she is a champion for inclusivity, with special focus on neurodiversity and gender equity issues. Wanda is a skilled advocate for advancing and achieving gender balance in non-profit leadership and in elected representation. The three discuss Wanda’s autism diagnosis, the gender inequality and lack of diversity of nonprofit leadership roles, and explore tips for new mothers that are on the spectrum. For more about Wanda: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wanda-k-deschamps-a7974122/ ----------------- Spectrumly Speaking is the podcast dedicated to women on the autism spectrum, produced by Different Brains®. Every other week, join our hosts Haley Moss (an autism self-advocate, attorney, artist, and author) and Dr. Lori Butts (a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist, and licensed attorney) as they discuss topics and news stories, share personal stories, and interview some of the most fascinating voices from the autism community. Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ http://differentbrains.org/category/spectrumlyspeaking/

On this week's show, Eli & Toni welcome, guests Samantha Craft, & David Hall! Samantha & David discuss their recent Spectrum Lights Inclusion summit, which was a great success. They also talk about how this vision started and more. Eli and Toni get you caught up on their weekend. Be sure to tune in!

(55 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back Marcie Ciampi, M.Ed.. Under her pen name “Samantha Craft”, Marcie is the author of the book Everyday Aspergers: A Journey on the Autism Spectrum, as well as a contributing author to the book Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism. She is also a vocational coach, a peer mentor, business consultant, and community manager/lead job recruiter at ULTRA Testing. In recognition of October being National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the three discuss inclusion in the workplace, disclosing needs at a job, and common challenges in finding accommodations. For more information about Marcie, visit: http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/ For more information about ULTRA Testing, visit: http://ultratesting.us/ ----------------- Spectrumly Speaking is the podcast dedicated to women on the autism spectrum, produced by Different Brains®. Every other week, join our hosts Haley Moss (an autism self-advocate, attorney, artist, and author) and Dr. Lori Butts (a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist, and licensed attorney) as they discuss topics and news stories, share personal stories, and interview some of the most fascinating voices from the autism community. Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ http://differentbrains.org/category/spectrumlyspeaking/

(51 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome Marcie Ciampi, M.Ed.. Under her pen name “Samantha Craft”, Marcie is the author of the book Everyday Aspergers: A Journey on the Autism Spectrum, as well as a contributing author to the book Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism. She is also a vocational coach, a peer mentor, business consultant, and community manager/lead job recruiter at ULTRA Testing. The three discuss the challenges women with autism have in finding long-term workplaces, the positive connections made through advocacy, and preparing for a job interview while being true to yourself. For more information about Marcie, visit: http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/ For more information about ULTRA Testing, visit: http://ultratesting.us/ Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ http://differentbrains.org/category/spectrumlyspeaking/

Samantha Craft aka Marcelle Ciampi, Actually Autistic Advocate, Author, (and much much more) and I talk about her list Females with Asperger’s Syndrome: An Unofficial List https://the-art-of-autism.com/females-and-aspergers-a-checklist/ and her Autistic journey. Masking vs not masking, the joys and perils of online Autistic communities, and her current focus on equality and inclusion in the workplace.

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman talks again with Marcie Ciampi, author, educator, and community manager/lead job recruiter at ULTRA Testing. (18 minutes) Marcie works at ULTRA Testing, a software testing company that places special emphasis on hiring individuals on the autism spectrum who are exceptionally suited for finding flaws in websites, mobile apps, and more. In addition to her work at ULTRA Testing, Marcie is also a vocational coach, a peer mentor, business consultant, speaker, and founder of My Spectrum Suite, a Neurodiversity consulting site. Under the pen name "Samantha Craft", Marcie is the author of the book "Everyday Aspergers: A Journey on the Autism Spectrum", as well as a contributing author to the book "Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism". Join Hackie and Marcie as they discuss the business advantages of hiring individuals on the spectrum, ULTRA Testing's culture of inclusivity, and the importance of supporting co-occuring challenges. For more information about ULTRA Testing, visit: http://ultratesting.us/
 For more information about Marcie, visit: http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/ Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ https://www.instagram.com/diffbrains/ Check out more episodes of Exploring Different Brains! http://differentbrains.org/category/edb/

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman talks with Marcie Ciampi M.Ed., otherwise known as Samantha Craft - autism self-advocate, author, and educator. (24 minutes) Under the pen name "Samantha Craft", Marcie is the author of the book "Everyday Aspergers: A Journey on the Autism Spectrum", as well as a contributing author to the book "Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism". She is also a vocational coach, a peer mentor, business consultant, and community manager/lead job recruiter at ULTRA Testing. Join Hackie and Marcie as they discuss her writing, her experiences as a woman with ASD, and her endeavors to assist individuals with autism find meaningful employment and other resources to help them maximize their potential.  For more information about Marcie, visit: http://www.myspectrumsuite.com/ Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ https://www.instagram.com/diffbrains/ Check out more episodes of Exploring Different Brains! http://differentbrains.org/category/edb/

In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS speak with Kimberly Gerry Tucker. She is the author of the memoir “Under The Banana Moon”, and a professional artist whose work was featured on the cover of the Art Of Autism book “Shattering Myths.” She gives panel talks, book signings, and does collage workshops and presentations. She also works part-time as a software tester, and is working to become an Accessibility Tester. Kim’s artwork was chosen to be on the cover of the 2nd edition printing of Samantha Craft’s bestselling book Everyday Aspergers, which is coming soon. The three discuss Kimberly’s diagnosis with autism and struggle with selective mutism, and how creative outlets have allowed her to navigate tough times. They then discuss ways people who have yet to find a creative outlet might be able to do so. Kim is taking PODS submissions for Art of Autism at: podsartofautism@gmail.com Learn more about the PODS project here: https://the-art-of-autism.com/ Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ http://differentbrains.org/category/spectrumlyspeaking/