Why Is It Hard For Parents to Communicate With Autistic Children?
Autism self-advocate Christian Gonzalez shares his experiences with parental communication, and offers ways it can be improved.
The Overlap Between ADHD and Addiction Recovery Challenges
Jane Whitman shares all about ADHD and addiction recovery challenges, and offers tools that help manage them through structure, therapy, and support.
Hyperfixation and Hyperfocus: A Rush of Highs and Lows
Self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte explores the pros and cons of hyperfixation.
Scrolling in Circles: How Social Media Can Feed OCD
Self-advocate Emily Carter explores how social media can trigger OCD symptoms.
The Hidden Trauma of Triangulation
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses the concept of triangulation, and explores its role in childhood trauma.
Creating Safe Recovery Spaces for Neurodivergent People
Recovery coach Drew McLaughlin discusses creating safe recovery spaces for neurodivergent people by focusing on sensory needs, communication, autonomy, and inclusive policies.
Nick DeCristofaro, Ph.D.
Nicholas DeCristofaro is the Chief Technology Officer at Solidia Technologies, a New Jersey-based company providing sustainable product solutions to the building materials industry. Solidia’s patented processes reduce the cost of cement and concrete products while enabling the carbon footprint of these materials to be reduced by up to 70%. Throughout his career, Nick has focused […]
Jan A. Brody
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Dr. Lori J. Butts
Dr. Lori J. Butts is the CEO and President of the Clinical & Forensic Institute (CFI) with offices in Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, Florida. After graduating from Clemson University with Honors, Dr. Butts received her law and doctoral psychology degrees from the innovative jointly sponsored program by Villanova School of Law and MCP […]
Beatrice “Bea” Moise, M.S., BCCS
Beatrice (Bea) Moise, M.S., BCCS., is a ADHD self-advocate, Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, parenting coach, national speaker, and author of Our Neurodivergent Journey. Her UNIQUE parenting channel on YouTube is dedicated to educating individuals on neurodiversity. Bea is also a digital parent expert for Verizon on Neurodiversity and Technology. She has been featured on NBC-News, Parents, PBS-Kids, […]
Debbi Siegel
Debbi Siegel is a dynamic leader and lifelong advocate for neurodiverse individuals, drawing deeply from personal experience and professional expertise. Growing up with a brother who had severe developmental disabilities, navigating her own journey with ADHD, and supporting other family members with learning differences, Debbi developed an early, profound understanding of the unique strengths and challenges faced by […]
Paul J. Kaliades
With more than 35 years of multifamily apartment ownership, management, development, and insurance experience, Paul Kaliades has earned a national reputation for guiding multifamily companies through critical stages of development. As president & partner, Kaliades has directed RLL (Renters Legal Liability) into regional multifamily markets throughout the United States with penetration into 45 states and […]
Kimberley Spire-Oh
Kimberley Spire-Oh is an attorney in private practice. Ms. Spire-Oh received a J.D. from Hofstra School of Law and a B.S. in Industrial & Labor Relations from Cornell University. Her practice focuses on special education law and advocacy and disability law representing clients throughout Florida. Prior to starting her law practice, Ms. Spire-Oh was legal […]
Lynne Wines
With over 30 years of experience as a high-level bank executive, Lynne Wines has paved the way for professional women across our community. Currently, Lynne serves as a director and member of the audit and risk committee of BankUnited, a $30 Billion commercial bank with over 100 branches. Most recently, Lynne spent a year at Harvard University […]
Boosting Brain Health through Adaptive Fitness Training: The Role of BDNF in Promoting Healing
Trainer and Special Strong founder Daniel Stein explains how adaptive fitness can improve brain health through increasing the Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor.
Practical Wellness Strategies for Neurodivergent Individuals
Karen Weeks discusses the different forms of wellness, and offers strategies to achieve it for those with different brains.
The Trauma of Being Unseen
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores what it means to feel unseen, and how to heal the related trauma.
“It’s Not Just a Phase”: Helping Identify OCD in Your Children
Self-advocate Emily Carter explores how OCD can appear in children, and why parental understanding is so important.
Executive Functioning Skills and their Connection to ADHD
Self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte explores the links between ADHD and challenges with executive functioning.
How Special Interests Can Be Lifelines in Early Sobriety
Jason Klimkowski, MBA shares how special interests become lifelines in early sobriety, and how they support change.
How the Glastonbury Festival Accommodates Sensory Sensitivities | Week in Neurodiversity
This week’s episode highlights how the Glastonbury Festival offers sensory safe spaces for neurodivergent attendees.
Museum Offers Neurodivergent-Friendly Sensory Experiences | Week in Neurodiversity
This week’s episode highlights how one museum is welcoming neurodivergent guests through creating sensory-friendly experiences.
Rethinking Mental Health Support for the Neurodivergent
Sophie Bishop explores ways that mental health providers can be better trained to help neurodivergent clients.
The Boring Back & Forth of Social Interactions: Advice from People with ADHD
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW shares different perspectives on how people with ADHD can deal with challenges related to social interactions.
Neurodiversity & Opportunities: Ensuring A Seat At The Table
Self-advocate Gerene Keesler shares the importance of resources and opportunities for the neurodivergent.
Overlooking Children with Inattentive ADHD Has To Stop
Cynthia Hammer, MSW discusses a new tool teachers can use to prevent children with Inattentive ADHD from being overlooked.
Navigating Change in Recovery
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores our impulse to change, and why accepting changes can be so difficult.
Neurodiversity and “Gastrodiversity”
Autism mom Wendy Lyman looks at the need for community around the GI complications and diseases that often co-occur with ASD.
Teacher Uses His Tourette’s to Connect with Students | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights a teacher with Tourette’s Syndrome who uses his diagnosis to better connect with his students.
Remembering Dr. Hackie Reitman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 162
AUDIO – Hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss the loss of Different Brains founder Dr. Harold “Hackie” Reitman, and explore the impact he had on their lives and the neurodiversity community.
How Mess Equates to Stress
Amelia Zannoni discusses studies showing the connection between messy environments and feelings of stress, and explores tools for cleaning during busy times.
Do Neurodiverse People Grieve Differently?
Self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte explores his relationship with grief, and questions if neurodivergent people process loss differently.
What Is Universal Design? with Alex Norman | EDB 341
Access Built CEO Alex Norman shares the tenants of universal design, his journey to achieve inclusive living.
Improv & ADHD: Success Thru Improvisational Thinking, with Adam Sietz | EDB 340
Actor, voice-over artist, author, and self-advocate Adam Lee Sietz shares how improv comedy helped him navigate ADHD.
Mental Health & Relationships: How Our Attachments Transform Us
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores attachment styles in relationships, and how they can transform us over time.
Understanding Emotional Regulation, with Terri Duncan | EDB 339
Expert and author Terri Duncan explains the importance of emotional regulation, and offers ways to support those with emotional disregulation.
Could Artificial Intelligence End Paralysis? | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights a revolutionary new technology offering hope to people suffering from paralysis.
The Epilepsy Gangster, with Tim Ulmer | EDB 338
Self-advocate Tim Ulmer shares his journey with epilepsy, and talks about his show Epilepsy Gangster.
Diagnosing Dystonia
Amelia Zannoni explains what dystonia is, how it’s diagnosed, facts and figures, and treatment options.
Understanding FASD: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, with Rebecca Tillou | EDB 337
VIDEO – Self-advocate and author Rebecca Tillou shares the realities of life with FASD, and her journey towards getting a diagnosis at age 33.
Three Ways Intentional Space Design Impacts ADHD Individuals
ADHD self-advocate and entrepreneur Stephanie Scheller explores how neurodivergent individuals can be impacted by space design.
A Girl’s Journey to a Delayed ADHD Diagnosis
Self-advocate Natalie Gottret Murillo shares how she came to be diagnosed with ADHD in college and the emotional repercussions that followed.
Neurodiversity and Trauma, with Megan MacKay | EDB 336
VIDEO – Autism self-advocate and therapist Megan MacKay returns to discuss her work helping those experiencing PTSD and CPTSD.
Self-Love and Healing
By Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT Finding True Healing Self-love and healing are challenging, because we’re tempted to look outside ourselves for something or someone to take away our pain. We often flee from pain through distractions, relationships, addictions, or substances, seeking external solutions rather than addressing our inner struggles. Modern life, particularly in urban settings, […]
The Symphony Composed by Non-Verbal Autistic Man | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights “Unforgettable Sunrise”, a symphony composed by a nonverbal autistic man named Jacob Rock.
Psychotherapy Is Lifelong Self-Discovery on Both Sides: An Autistic Self-Advocate’s Perspective
German autistic psychologist/psychotherapist Angela Yael Blumberger discusses her experiences with psychotherpy, and how it may not suit the neurodivergent.
6 Tips For a Mentally Healthy Valentine’s Day
Darlene Lancer, MFT gives 6 tips for making sure your Valentine’s Day is enjoyable, and good for your mental health.
Object Permanence & Chronic Pain Conditions: Introspection on the Autism Spectrum
Autism self-advocate Marcelle Ciampi, M.Ed. (aka Samantha Craft) reflects on her challenges with object permanence and chronic pain.
Autism & Job Corps, with Megan MacKay | EDB 335
VIDEO – Autism self-advocate and therapist Megan MacKay discusses her role with Job Corps, and how it can help the neurodivergent population.
What Is Generational Trauma?
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores the causes and effects of generational trauma.
The Complex Relationship between OCD and Grief
Self-advocate Emily Carter explores the complex dynamic created when OCD and grief intersect.
2024 In Review: Supporting Neurodiversity | EDB 334
VIDEO – In the second part of our review of 2024, we hear from some of the people making a difference for the neurodiversity community including Dr. Jennie Trocchio, Cheryl Checkers, Aisha McDonald & more!
Diverse Minds, Prosperous Ventures: Neurodivergent Entrepreneurial Power
Karen Weeks explores the unique talents of neurodivergent entrepreneurs, and shares the steps needed to begin a business.
Understanding Epilepsy, with Anna Diaz & Luis Martinez of Epilepsy Alliance Florida | EDB 324
VIDEO – Epilepsy Alliance Florida’s Anna Diaz & Luis Martinez share facts about seizure disorders, and how the Alliance is working to increase awareness and support.
Dyslexia & Creativity: Chuck Close’s Micro-Uniting and Universal Design
Professor Ken Gobbo explores the working method of dyslexic artist Chuck Close, and how it can benefit the work of neurodivergent people.
What is a Pediatric Neuropsychologist?
Pediatric Neuropsychiatrist Dr. Sarah Levin Allen demystifies the work of people in her field, and explains the benefits of evaluations.
The Toll of 34 Years with Undiagnosed Inattentive ADHD
Self-Advocate and ADHD Coach Aron Croft shares the impact a delayed Inattentive ADHD diagnosis had on his life.
2024 In Review: The Self-Advocates | EDB 333
VIDEO – In the first part of our review of 2024, we hear from some of the neurodivergent self-advocates that have appeared on the show, including Shawn Smith, Ali Idriss, Diane Gould & more!
A Sensory-Friendly Train Ride For The Holidays | W.I.N.
VIDEO – In this Episode, we’ll be hopping onboard a festive holiday train ride geared towards those with sensory sensitivities.
9 Tips for Coping with Holiday Depression and Stress
Darlene Lancer, LMFT shares tips for dealing with depression and anxiety during the holiday season.
When Holidays Are Tough | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 120
(AUDIO – 25 mins) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts go guest-less to discuss dealing with Holidays when they can be tough or triggering.
Autism & Self-Acceptance, with Sam Farmer | EDB 327
Autism self-advocate, author, and speaker Sam Farmer discusses replacing internalized ableism with self-acceptance.
Device Helps People with Cerebral Palsy Walk | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – We look at a new device that can help people with cerebral palsy and other mobility challenges walk.
A Reflection on Neurodiversity and Popular Culture: A Cautionary Tale of Trends
ADHD self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte contemplates the double-edged sword of neurodiversity awareness in social media and popular culture.
How Therapy Animals Help, with Courtney Trzcinski, Laura Rogers & Gracie | EDB 320
VIDEO – The team from Canine Assisted Therapy shares what therapy animals do, and how they positively impact those with social and health challenges.
Walking Beside You: One Teacher’s Quest for Understanding
Ariana DeAngelis discusses her journey towards understanding autism.
Gratitude and Mental Health: How to Feel Thankful Despite Challenges
Darlene Lancer, J.D., M.F.T. discusses the important role gratitude plays in emotional health, and gives tips to feel thankful despite challenges.
On Considering the Lily: A Tool for Coping in Uncertain Times
Autism self-advocate & therapist Sean M Inderbitzen LCSW, DSW explores a quote by Emily Dickinson that offers a tool for navigating uncertain or painful times.
Neurodivergent Burnout, with Shawn Smith | EDB 332
VIDEO – Canadian ADHD & autism self-advocate and therapist Shawn Smith shares his experiences battling burnout, and offers tips on how ot overcome it.
Blind & Autistic Vocalist Inspires Through Music | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights Holly Connor, a talented performer who is also a blind autism self-advocate!
Embracing Uncertainty: Insights From a Case Manager at Epilepsy Alliance Florida
Epilepsy Alliance Florida case manager Beatriz O offers tips for thriving while navigating uncertainty.
What is Alexithymia?
Amelia Zannoni shares the details on Alexithymia, a trait often associated with autism but present alongside many other diagnoses.
Living Alone with ADHD: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
ADHD self-advocate Natalie Gottret Murillo shares the lessons she has learned from living alone for the first time.
Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum, with Cheryl Checkers & Dr Christopher Kye | EDB 325
VIDEO – Cheryl Checkers and Dr. Christopher Kye shares their experience working with autistic patients experiencing mental health challenges.
5 Tips for Safe Neurodiverse Trick or Treating
Halloween can be a lot of fun for kids regardless of label – so here are our “5 Ps” to achieving safe and fun trick or treating!
OCD in College: How to Combat the Obsessions & Thrive in School
Student and Self-advocate Emily Carter shares 5 tips for for thriving in college with OCD.
Navigating PDA: Demand Avoidance, Autism & Neurodiversity, with Diane Gould | EDB 331
VIDEO – PDA expert and autism self-advocate Diane Gould, LCSW discusses Demand Avoidance.
Coping with Depression and Despair
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores the common causes of depression and despair, and shares ways to overcome them.
Living with Inattentive ADHD, with Cynthia Hammer | EDB 312
VIDEO – Cynthia Hammer, self-advocate & founder of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, shares her experiences with the disorder, and how it can differ from other types of ADHD.
Why Sleep & Circadian Rhythms Matter For Mental Health
Sarah L. Chellappa, MD., MPH., PhD., highlights the role sleep can play in maintaining our mental health.
