Welcome to the Neurodivergent Insights Resource Page
Featuring some of my favorite books, fidgets, directories, and resources to empower and support your neurodivergent experience
How to find a Neurodivergent
Affirming Therapist
Finding a therapist can be a challenging task, and while I wish I could assist you personally. Here are some directories where you can find clinicians who are affirming and supportive of neurodivergent individuals.
Additionally, I’ve linked to some guides and blog posts on how to find a neurodivergent-affirming therapist.
Neurodivergent Affirming Directories
Finding a therapist can be a challenging task, here are some directories where you can find clinicians who are affirming and supportive of neurodivergent individuals.
✦ Neurodivergent Insights Directory: A directory of therapists, coaches, and occupational therapists who are members of the Neurodivergent Insights Learning Nook. These professionals are committed to neurodivergent-affirming practices, and many are neurodivergent themselves.
✦ ND Therapists is a Neurodivergent Directory of openly neurodivergent therapists (newer, but grows weekly!)
✦ Association of Neurodivergent Therapists (a UK directory!) An organization created by neurodivergent therapists advocating for neurodivergent rights. They are anti-ableist and anti-racist and support gender and sexual diversity. You can find their directory here.
✦ Inclusive Therapists is a Directory of justice-oriented therapists. You can filter by specialties, insurance, and whether or not they provide a sliding scale. Click here for autism.
✦ Therapy Den is a directory of progressive therapists. You can use our search tools to find therapists who specifically identify as "neurodiversity-affirming." You can also filter your search by other specialties and accepted insurance.
✦ Directory of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Affirming Providers
✦ Neurodivergent Practitioners: A directory of neurodivergent coaches and practitioners.
✦ Queer Healers: This directory offers a diverse range of healers, from herbalists and astrologers to cranial-sacral therapists, psychotherapists, massage therapists, and doulas. While not explicitly focused on neurodivergence, this resource is valuable due to the overlap in communities, providing helpful support for many.
✦ ND Couples Therapists This list of therapists includes clinicians who have completed the Neurodiverse Partner Institute’s training.
Assessment
✦ Neuroclastic has a global directory of assessors
✦ Neurodivergent Insights directory of Autism and ADHD assessors (if you would like to be added to the directory as an assessor, input your information here)
Therapy Groups
Maryland, Virgina, DC and Texas
✦ Autistic Women/nonbinary adults: This group is for Autistic Women/nonbinary individuals who are looking for solidarity, support, and discussion with like-minded folks who are interested in taking a deep dive into their Autistic identities. Topics include sensory sensitivities, rejection sensitivity, interoception, mood-regulation, self-care, and masking. This is a safe place for shared belonging and connection. Details: Must be 18 or older. On-line group runs for 10 - 12 weeks several times throughout the year. Sliding scale fees available. Led by Sondra Wolff Download flyer for more details.
Recommended Reading: My Favorite Books on Autism and ADHD
I love reading and have been reading lots about Autism/ADHD since discovering my Neurodivergence. Below are a few of my favorites.
My Favorite Autism-Related Books
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My Favorite ADHD-Related Books
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Sensory Supports
If you struggle with sensory processing, you know how overwhelming it can be to navigate this world! That's where sensory supports come in. These tools and resources can help regulate sensory input, reduce stress, and increase sensory safety. From fidget toys and noise-canceling headphones to weighted blankets and sensory-friendly clothing, there are lots of supports out there! In this section, you'll find some of my favorite sensory supports and resources.
My Favorite Sensory Resources
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Below are some of my go-to websites. These sites offer a wealth of information, tools, resources, and support for neurodivergent people and those who support neurodivergent people.
Neurodivergent Websites
Spectrum News is a valuable resource for anyone looking for current research and up-to-date information about autism.
When I'm looking for information and resources on ADHD, I turn to ADDitude. They offer up-to-date research, as well as a podcast that I find to be a valuable resource. It's important to note that they approach ADHD from a medical perspective and may not always align with the neurodiversity movement.
Nick Walker's website is a foundational resource for anyone seeking to understand Neurodiversity and the Neurodiversity movement. Great for individuals who are interested in the intersection of existentialism, social justice, and philosophy. It is an especially great resource for neuroqueer individuals looking to expand their knowledge and understanding of themselves and the world around them.
NeuroClastic is a great resource. This website is a collective of autistic voices and a fantastic resource for Neurodivergent individuals. It offers a variety of affirming articles, resources, and perspectives from the Neurodivergent community.
Embrace Autism offers a range of resources, including screeners for autism and educational materials. They also provide a global assessment for autism, which can be a helpful tool for self-discovery and self-advocacy.
ASAN (Autistic Self Advocacy Network) is a fantastic resource. They have tons of information, toolkits, and resources. They provide up-to-date information and support for self-advocacy, policy change, and community building.
