In this continuation of our conversation on food and meal planning, Danielle Sullivan and Anne Elrod Whitney explore flexible approaches to feeding yourself and your family without falling into perfectionism. …
Making food easier: Meal planning, feeding a group, feeding yourself, and supporting neurodivergent eaters
In this part 1 of 2, Danielle and Anne delve into the complexities of food and meal planning for neurodivergent individuals and their families. We discuss sensory issues, executive function …
Understanding the Science of Safety with Rebecca Kase | The Neurodiverging Podcast
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 …
Neurodiversity in the Kink Community | The Neurodiverging Podcast
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 …
Living Life with Dyspraxia with Rosemary Richings
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 …
My Experience of Autistic Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Today host Danielle Sullivan discusses pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder, what it’s like to live with it, and its higher than average incidence among people with autism and/or ADHD. Want to listen? …
From Defeated to Inspired: Group Coaching for Neurodivergent Folks
From Defeated to Inspired: Group Coaching for Neurodivergent Folks Neurodivergent folks! Have you been working to understand yourself and your neurodiversity, but you’re getting sucked into overwhelm when negotiating family, …
All About Driving With Autism
Obtaining a driver’s license or gaining proficiency in public transportation is a major accomplishment that supports long-term independence goals for all neurotypes. For neurodivergent populations, however, learning to drive or …
How Autistics Talk About Autism with Christine M. Condo
Amazing news! Christine now has a new book out in March 2025: this great ape: essays on autism by a late-diagnosed autistic woman. Check it out on Amazon here (affiliate link). …
Neurodivergent Overwhelm During the Holidays with Jackie Coursey
I’m here with friend and fellow certified neurodiversity coach, Jackie Coursey, to talk about how to handle the holiday season as a neurodivergent woman. We’re talking about layers of oppression …
Recovering from Acquired Brain Injury with Dr. Jen Blanchette
Welcome back! Today I’m discussing acquired brain injury, recovery and neurodiversity with Dr. Jen Blanchette. Dr. Blanchette is a licensed psychologist, trauma (PTSD) expert, fitness expert, and concussion clinician who …
5 Tips to Managing Sensory Overload When Seeking Accommodations Isn’t an Option
Managing sensory overload is one of the most common challenges faced by neurodivergent people, and failing to do so can be debilitating–especially in a world that wasn’t created with neurodivergent …
ADHD and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
If you are one of the many people who have ADHD and are pregnant, you may be feeling a little overwhelmed right now. Don’t worry, you are not alone! This …
What We Know (So Far) About Autistic Inertia
Have you ever been able to focus on a task for hours, even though it was incredibly difficult to get started on it in the first place? If so, you …
Autism and Overwhelm at Work with Danielle Sullivan
There are a lot of misunderstandings about how autism affects how we work, our success in our careers, and the challenges we face in the workplace. Today, I’m talking about …
Pregnancy and Autism: Pregnancy is different for autistic women
How the experience of pregnancy may differ for women with autism Pregnancy and autism may be understudied, but we know that some seasons of life may increase sensitivities or feelings …
Building Your Emotional Toolkit with Autistic Therapist Kathy Carter
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 …
What helps adults with sensory processing disorder?
In today’s guest article, author Tesni Linden shares their experience with sensory overwhelm on a grocery store trip and discusses strategies to help adults with sensory processing disorder. Everyday Life …
Rupture and Repair: Neurodivergent Trauma and Trust
Today I’m talking about the relationships we parents have with our neurodivergent kids. We’re discussing what rupture and repair are, why it’s important to parent in a style that allows …
What Is Sensory Regulation? with Occupational Therapists Robbie Levy and Ingrid Smith of SensaRooms
Today we’re answering the question, “What is sensory regulation?” I’m talking to two occupational therapists who, together with their partner, have created the first interior design company that specializes in …
Cleaning with ADHD or Autism: My Top 3 Resources
If you’re overwhelmed at home, please know that cleaning with ADHD or autism isn’t straightforward. There are a lot of neurodivergent people who struggle with organizing because the systems that …
Managing overwhelm by creating a sensory-friendly space in your home
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 …
My Top 10 Books for Parents to Understand a Child with ADHD
One of the most common questions I get is: “One of my kids has ADHD. What books should I read to learn more?” Today, I pulled together my top 10 …
Introduction to Sensory Processing Disorder for Adults
Sensory Processing Disorder in Adults with Autism/ ADHD Sensory Processing Disorder, abbreviated as SPD, is a condition common among children and adults with neurodivergences, including autism and ADHD. At the …
Autistic Burnout and Autistic Rest with Carole Jean Whittington
Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Neurodiverging Podcast. I’m Danielle Sullivan and I’m your host, a certified life coach, and an autistic parent. I am so excited to welcome …
Kate McNulty’s Love and Asperger’s: Relationships on the Spectrum
Today I’m talking with Kate McNulty, an autistic Certified Gottman Therapist, Certified AASECT Sex Therapist, and licensed clinical social worker. We’re discussing her new book about autistic and Asperger’s relationships: …
Ep. 28 / Slow Processing? Try Slow Parenting!
We all know there are approximately one million and fourteen different parenting approaches out there, which can make it intimidating to sort through them and find the ones that work …
Ep. 27/ Mindfulness for Neurodiverse Families with Dr. Rabia Subhani
My guest today is 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 …
Sensory Processing Disorder + 3 Tips to Avoid Sensory Overwhelm
Have you ever heard of sensory processing disorder? Sensory overwhelm? Sensory integration disorder? Sensory overload? Today, I want to discuss what all this stuff is, and give you some go-to …
Interoception, Thirst, and Sensory Overwhelm
I was talking about interoception last week on Instagram (Post 1, Post 2). Interoception is your eighth sense that lets you know what’s happening inside your body. So, your sense …
4 Tips to Breastfeed When You’re Autistic
While I’m sitting down to write this, I’ve been running this little blog for about 6 months. In that time, I’ve been asked about breastfeeding with autism way more times …
Echolalia and Scripting in Autism: Why We Autistics Repeat
Do you have an autistic friend or loved one who repeats everything you say all the time? Or do you know someone with autism spectrum disorder who’s in the habit …