Recognizing Intersectional Trauma, with Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC | EDB 328
VIDEO - Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Trauma & Resiliency Expert Aisha T. McDonald shares why trauma should be looked at through an intersectional lens.
ADHD and Pregnancy | Different Brains Speaker Series
VIDEO - Tips for navigating ADHD while pregnant from Bea Moise, Brooke Schnittman, Lindsay Turner, Stephanie Confalone & Brooke Whitfield-Fattovich.
Are You Kind or Codependent?
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT offers tools for differentiating between being a kind caregiver and a codependent caretaker.
ADHD and Task Paralysis
Self-advocate and Licensed Psychotherapist Brooke Whitfield-Fattovich, MS, LMHC, NCC explores ADHD task paralysis, and shares strategies for overcoming it.
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex and “TAND”
Tuberous Sclerosis self-advocate Preston Fitzgerald discusses "TAND", and the impact it can have on those with the condition.
The Signs and Effects of Emotional Incest
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores the phenomena of emotional incest, and it's mental health repercussions.
Disability Pride Month | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 159
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss Disability Pride Month, share life updates, and talk about the importance of simple joys.
Training Doctors in Neurodivergent Healthcare, with Dr. Craig Escudé | EDB 326
VIDEO - Dr. Craig Escudé discusses the importance of training doctors to care for the IDD and neurodivergent communities.
Teaching Self-Advocacy Skills to the Neurodiverse Student Population
School psychologist Catherine Kloss, Ed.S., NCSP discusses the importance of teaching self-advocacy to neurodivergent students.
Communication Development Through Play
Speech-Language Pathologist Brianna Stampler, M.S., CCC-SLP discusses the role of play in the development of communication skills.
Masks and Shadows: Exploring the Concept of Masking Through a Jungian Lense
Self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte explores the connections between Carl Jung's concept of "personas" and neurodivergent "masking".
How to Recover from Trauma
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses multiple tools for those working to overcome trauma.
Navigating ADHD During Pregnancy
Self-advocate, Licensed Psychotherapist, and parent Brooke Whitfield-Fattovich, MS, LMHC, NCC discusses common challenges that people with ADHD face during pregnancy.
Boy Scout with Cerebral Palsy On His Way to Eagle Status | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode highlights Zack Gridley, a young boy scout with cerebral palsy who is on his way to Eagle Scout status!
Project S.A.L.T.: Creating Self-Advocate Leaders, with Univ. of Miami’s Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana | EDB 319
VIDEO - University of Miami’s Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana discuss the Self-Advocate Leadership Training (SALT) program.
Scorching Stress: How Heat Can Impact Your Mental Health
Amelia Zannoni explores recent research that suggests extreme heat can have an impact on our mental well-being.
How to Advocate for Your Needs to the Government
Autism & mental health self-advocate Kim Lew shares her experiences going to Capital Hill, and offers ways to let elected officials know about your needs.
Interactive Theater Experience for Neurodivergent Kids | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at a unique theatrical performance aimed at creating an interactive, sensory-safe experience for neurodivergent children.
Brain Surgery & Neurodiversity: The Beginning of My Journey
Christine Kujawski shares how surgery to remove a brain tumor forever altered her life and relationship with neurodiversity.
ADHD in the ER, with Ali Idriss | EDB 316
VIDEO - Self-advocate & EMT Ali Idriss discusses how his ADHD traits help him navigate his work in emergency rooms, and offers advice for dealing with a trip to the ER.
The Spelling Bee Champion w/ Down Syndrome that’s Challenging Stereotypes | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at a young spelling bee champion that is changing how people think about Down syndrome.
Autism & Mental Health, with Cheryl Checkers, LMHC, NCC | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 158
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with Mental Health Counselor and ASD Specialist Cheryl Checkers, LMHC, NCC.
Onboarding First Day – Dyslexia Style
Corporate consultant, author and speaker Tiffany Sunday gives people with dyslexia tips for to have a successful first day of a new job.
Breakthrough Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at an exciting breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease being pioneered by neurosurgeon Ali Rezai!
Learning About Learning Styles
ADHD self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte discusses different learning styles, and explores the debate about if they even exist.
Lighting the Way Forward: Overcoming Neurodiverse Challenges
Educator, Parent, and Certified Cognitive Coach Renee Rosales, M.Ed. shares her method to connect with and support a neurodivergent loved one or client.
Boy With Cerebral Palsy Discovers Love of Running | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at a 9 year old boy with cerebral palsy who, after surgeries on his legs, has discovered a lock for running!
How Autism Helped Our Martial Arts School
Rochelle Brenner shares how accommodating students with autism led to better martial arts classes for everyone.
Personal Safety on the Autism Spectrum, with Robyn Steward | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 157
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with autism self-advocate, author, speaker, and musician Robyn Steward.
Individualized Learning for the Neurodivergent, with Christina Sullivan | EDB 311
VIDEO - Evolve Learning Community’s Christina Sullivan discusses how the micro-school gives unique support to students that have struggled in traditional classrooms.
Anorexia Nervosa in Women on the Autism Spectrum
Autism self-advocate and eating disorder specialist Brenda Grund shares important information about the co-occurence of ASD and Anorexia Nervosa in women.
How a Dog is Reducing Anxiety at the Dentist’s Office | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at how one dentist's office is battling patient anxiety: dog cuddles!
British Comedy & Neurodiversity, with Ashley Storrie | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 156
AUDIO - Hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with Scottish autism self-advocate, comedian, writer, and actor Ashley Storrie of the new Hulu/BBC series Dinosaur.
Autism & Developmental Therapy, with Dr. Jennie Trocchio | EDB 315
VIDEO - Dr. Jennie Trocchio shares how developmental therapy can help autistic individuals, and how it differs from behavioral methods.
Brooklyn Bakery Trains Neurodivergent Adults | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at Invictus Bakery, a bakery in Brooklyn, New York training neurodivergent individuals.
Mental Health & Relationships: The Distancer
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses pursuer-distancer relationships, and its relationship with attachment styles.
NAMI: Empowering People Living With Mental Illness, feat. Katherine Murphy of NAMI PBC | EDB 322
VIDEO - Katherine Murphy, CEO of NAMI Palm Beach County, shares how the alliance is helping people with mental health challenges in South Florida and throughout the nation.
Autism Mom’s “Fairy Trail” Creates Magical Getaway for Families | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at the "fairy trail" a mother created in the South Mountain Conservancy in Millburn, New Jersey for her autistic son and other families.
Life With Epilepsy: Acceptance, Courage, Strength & Determination
Self-advocate Lesley Donnelly shares what she has learned from her lifelong journey with epilepsy.
How the Hospital System is Failing When it Comes to Cognitive Issues
Dementia self-advocate Michael Ellenbogen shares how hospitals and medical providers could give better care to those with cognitive issues.
Fusion Academy: Success Through One-On-One Education, with Tainah Georges | EDB 321
VIDEO - Fusion Academy’s Tainah Georges explains how they use a one-student-to-one-teacher model that allows students to achieve academically.
The First Sheriff’s Deputy with Down Syndrome | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode focuses on Officer Jeff Rhinerson, a man with Down syndrome who was recently sworn in as a Sheriff's Deputy in Kentucky.
Women’s History Month | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 155
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts, inspired by Women’s History Month, share a few women that have made a big impact on the autism community.
Dewey or Hooey?: Exploring the Concepts Behind the Dewey Classroom
Educator & musician Joseph S. Lento explores the concepts of the Dewey Classroom, and how it encourages neurodiversity-friendly teaching.
A New Brain Implant Gives ALS Patients a Voice | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This episode focuses on a new brain implant, developed at Stanford University, that promises to give ALS patients increased abilities to communicate.
How Narcissistic & Addict Parents Impact Their Children
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores the impact that parents with Narcissistic Personality Disorder or Addiction issues have on their children.
What 40 Years Of Mental Illness Has Taught Me
Australian businessman David Westgate shares lessons he has learned through living with bipolar syndrome.
ASD Band, with Rawan Tuffaha | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 154
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with self-advocate, singer, and songwriter Rawan Tuffaha.
The Narcissist’s False Self
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses the traits of people with narcissistic personality disorder, and how they may present a false version of themselves.
What is Mild Cognitive Impairment?
Dr. Benjamin A. Bensadon discusses mild cognitive impairment and how it differs from dementia.
Neurodiversity Self-Advocate Spotlight: Zachary Tovin’s Autism Journey | EDB 318
VIDEO - Zachary Tovin shares his perspective on being an autism self-advocate.
Wearable Robot for Parkinson’s Mobility Issues | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - We look at a new soft wearable robot for Parkinson's disease patients, developed in a joint effort between research teams at Harvard and Boston University.
The Parentified Child: Causes, Signs, and How to Recover
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores the concept of child "parentification", and shares how to recognize and recover from it.
Embracing Autistic Joy, with Dr. Angela Lauria | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 153
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with self-advocate, podcaster, and writer Dr. Angela Lauria.
The Importance of Peer Groups in The Autism Community
Katie Oswald, self-advocate and Executive Director of the Full Spectrum Agency for Autistic Adults, discusses the positive impact peers groups can have.
CAI: Harnessing Neurodiverse Talent, with Anthony Pacilio | EDB 317
VIDEO - Anthony Pacilio of CAI shares how they are helping organizations realize the benefits of neurodiversity.
Fatigue-Fighting Strategies for Parents of Children with Disabilities
Karen Weeks shares strategies to help parents of kids with special needs fight fatigue and stress.
Sensory Friendly Live Sports for Neurodivergent Fans | Week in Neurodiversity
In this episode, we’ll be looking at Events with Jonathan - a program that's arranging sensory-friendly sporting event viewing for neurodivergent audiences!
Physicians Are All Too Human
Autism self-advocate & therapist Sean M Inderbitzen LCSW, DSW discusses the importance of recognizing that doctors are human too.
Free Safe Sensory Rooms for Neurodiverse Families | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - In this episode, we’ll be looking at a nonprofit creating safe sensory rooms for neurodivergent families!
Navigating Shadow Syndromes: The Role of Clinical Judgement in ADHD Diagnoses
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW discusses the issue of doctors mistaking other conditions for ADHD, and what to do if it happens.
Eye Test for Autism Approved by the FDA | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - We look at an exciting breakthrough in Autism diagnosis: a recently FDA-approved eye test that can diagnose children as young as 16 months!
Remembering Dr. Mark Goulston
Dr. Hackie Reitman shares his thoughts on the passing of his friend, psychiatrist, author, and mental health self-advocate Dr. Mark Goulston.
The Difficulty With Diagnosing Autism
Autism self-advocate & therapist Sean M Inderbitzen LCSW, DSW explores the process of receiving an autism diagnosis, and offers tips for the related challenges.
2023 In Review: Neurodiversity Change-Makers | EDB 314
VIDEO - In the second part of our review of 2023, we hear from some of the neurodiversity change-makers including Dr. Michael Alessandri, Dr. Mai Pham, Joseph Lento & more!
ADHD, Aging, and Memory
Self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte explores the connections between ADHD and memory deficits.
Autism in 2024 | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 152
AUDIO - In this New Years episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts reflect on 2023, and what they hope 2024 has in store. Happy New Year from Spectrumly Speaking and Different Brains!
2023 In Review: The Self-Advocates | EDB 313
VIDEO - In the first part of our review of 2023, we hear from the neurodivergent self-advocates that have appeared on the show, including JR Harding, Brooke Schnittman, and Michael Ellenbogen.
5 Tips on How to Keep New Year’s Resolutions
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains why resolutions can fail, and gives 5 tips for making lasting changes in the New Year.
Promoting Yourself | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 151
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss the challenges of self-promotion.
The Wounded Healer’s Journey
Therapist and self-advocate Gabriela Guardarrama shares the concept of the "wounded healer", and how her own struggles with bipolar led her to help others.
Traveling With Neurodivergent Kids This Holiday Season? Don’t Leave Before Reading These Tips
Jessica Leving offers tips to help neurodiverse families travel with minimal stress this holiday season.
Autism & Purpose: The Space Beyond The Wins And The Losses
Autism self-advocate & therapist Sean M Inderbitzen LCSW, DSW shares his thoughts on finding purpose in life.
Baby Steps: Not Just for Babies
Autism mom and author Wendy Lyman discusses the importance of optimism and understanding in raising a child.
Navigating Mental Health Challenges, with Gabriela Guardarrama | EDB 310
VIDEO - Mental Health counselor Gabriela Guardarrama shares her personal experiences dealing with bipolar disorder.
Enforcing Boundaries | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 150
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss the importance of boundaries and ways to enforce them.
Activate Your ADHD Potential, with Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC | EDB 309
VIDEO - ADHD Coach & self-advocate Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC returns to discuss helping people overcome ADHD related challenges.
Disabilities & Travel: The Trip of a Lifetime
Disability advocate and champion Dr. J.R. Harding shares his experiences and challenges traveling the Mediterranean.
“I’m Dying To Tell You” with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 308
VIDEO - Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston shares the peace and wisdom he has found while facing cancer.
Epilepsy Advocacy: Speaking Out and Making a Difference
Epilepsy self-advocate Tom McGranahan, Jr. discusses why he believes advocacy is so important.
