Creating Communities for Neurodivergent People

Working Without Losing Disability Benefits w/ Mary Judy, Alpine Square Navigating government benefits while trying to work can feel overwhelming: especially for neurodivergent individuals and people with disabilities. In this in-depth conversation, Mary Judy breaks down how benefits actually work, how employment is supported and what resources are available to help individuals build sustainable, f...

Unlocking Communication for Employment for Neurodivergent Individuals Watch Here: https://youtu.be/9MJhMglC0Cc What if someone could think clearly… but their body simply couldn’t express the words? In this important conversation, we explore the powerful idea that non-speaking does not mean non-thinking . Many individuals who cannot speak verbally still possess complex thoughts, intelligence, creat...

Should Disabilities Be Disclosed to Employers? | Know Limits Film interview w/ Victoria and Austin Thiery Watch Here: https://youtu.be/79hrMvpLNh4 In this powerful interview, Judith sits down with producers Austin and Victoria Thiery to discuss their documentary project Know Limits: a story centered around Colin, an epileptic and autistic lacrosse player who earns a professional team tryout and un...

Watch Here: https://youtu.be/noGwk_tMysE What if fitness truly worked for everyone ? In this interview with Jared Ciner , Founder and Director of SPIRIT Club , shares how he built one of the most impactful inclusive fitness programs in the country: designed to include neurodivergent and physically divergent individuals . Jared explains how his background in psychology and personal training reveale...

Empowering Deaf Careers | Inclusive Hiring, Accessibility & Workplace Accommodations w/ Lorna Riff Listen Here: https://youtu.be/C-QvcTGIbbw During this interview, Judith Weigle and Lorna Riff discuss inclusive hiring practices , empowering deaf job seekers , and the real-world challenges deaf individuals face in the workplace. Lorna speaks on her approach to overcoming barriers to employment....

My Experience Creating Employment for Neurodivergent People | Judith Weigle Listen Here: https://youtu.be/Wr4CHYZHKkM During this recap, Judith Weigle shares her real-world experience as an employer dedicated to creating meaningful employment opportunities for neurodivergent people. Drawing from years of hands-on leadership, Judith discusses what it truly takes to empower neurodivergent employees,...

Job Search Strategies for Neurodivergent Professionals w/ Neurodivergent Career Coach Jacob Levy Listen Here: https://youtu.be/Mnl_2UJ8AA4 In this episode of Creating Employment for Neurodivergent People , Judith Weigle interviews Jacob Levy , a special education teacher and neurodivergent career coach about effective job-search strategies for neurodivergent and disabled individuals. Jacob shares...

I n this episode of Creating Employment for Neurodivergent People , host Judith Weigle interviews Tessa McEvoy , an autistic adult, digital designer, and animator , about what meaningful neurodivergent employment actually looks like. This includes finding environments that work for Tessa’s sensory needs, processing abilities and social skills. Tessa shares the real challenges she has navigated in...

Neurodivergent Employment Support & Career Coaching | Racheal Pallares (Neurodiversity Training Institute) In this episode of Creating Employment for Neurodivergent People, I’m joined by Racheal Pallares, CEO and Founder of the Neurodiversity Training Institute, along with co-host John, for a conversation about finding and sustaining neurodivergent-friendly employment. Racheal shares how her w...

2026 Neurodivergent Employment Predictions w/Racheal Pallares, Neurodiversity Training Institute Listen Here: https://youtu.be/MMLl2dMqtCk In this episode from Creating Employment for Neurodivergent People, host Judith Weigle is joined by Racheal Pallares of the Neurodiversity Training Institute (NDTI) for a grounded, forward-looking conversation about the real trajectory of neurodivergent employm...

Empowering Neurodivergent Job Seekers | Inclusive Hiring with Nancy Wells of AbleTalks In this episode of Creating Communities for Neurodivergent People , I sit down with Nancy Wells , Licensed Professional Counselor and founder/CEO of AbleTalks, Inc. , to discuss effective strategies that help autistic and neurodivergent adults thrive in employment. We explore how neurodivergent job seekers can s...

Know Your Rights: Disability Employment & Housing w/Ibrahim “Bebo” Saab, Esq. w/Disability Rights California In this episode you will learn about advocacy and legal rights for people with intellectual and physical disabilities to include various aspects of disability support, educational transitions, employment opportunities, housing options and protection against financial abuse. 1. Regional...

Therapy Reimagined for Neurodivergent People w/Natalie Zimm, M.A. LMFT “I feel better already!” Listen Here: https://youtu.be/Z74tSjpfBvg In this episode of Creating Communities for Neurodivergent People, you will meet Natalie Zimm, Psychotherapist, Author, Artist. Her niche client base is ADHD, AuDHD, and Autism. Plus, Highly Gifted and Highly Sensitive People, Creatives, and OCD/anxiety. Natalie...

Building a Life w/Down Syndrome | Tony Phillips, Neurodivergent Entrepreneur Success Story In this inspiring episode of Creating Communities for Neurodivergent People , Judy sits down with Tony Phillips—an artist, writer, athlete, and entrepreneur living with Down Syndrome. Tony proves that people with intellectual disabilities have marketable skills and talents, whether through entrepreneurship o...

Living Independently with an Aide w/ John McFadden and Kate Waltermeyer Listen Here: https://youtu.be/G7zl20s5BCw In this episode of Creating Communities for Neurodivergent People , we explore how learning and growth continue long after high school for neurodivergent individuals. Even as adults living independently, executive function and social learning remain essential parts of daily life. Key t...