The Deep Dive Podcast

Courtney has a passion for disability after looking after family members with disabilities from a very young age. Courtney started support coordination with an organisation shortly after finishing university, and quickly fell in love with the NDIS and what it stands for. After two years with that provider Courtney knew she could make more of a difference by delivering a participant based service t...

Amanda Morin is a neurodivergent neurodiversity activist, an award-winning author of five books, early childhood specialist, and nationally known speaker, deeply committed to fostering accessible and inclusive environments for neurodivergent individuals. She leverages her expertise in learning and child development, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), special education, advocacy, and mental healt...

In this engaging conversation, Isabella Malmqvist shares her journey of creating content on YouTube, focusing on her experiences with autism and ADHD. She discusses the importance of raising awareness about neurodiversity through personal storytelling and the challenges and joys of engaging with her audience on social media. Isabella reflects on how her neurodivergence influences her creativity, p...

Louise Cridland is a Holistic Psychologist & Mindset Mentor with over 12 years experience in the industry. She's passionate about helping people overcome anxiety & challenge conventional norms, so they can become their own trendsetter in their life and business, and do what they love. Louise has a unique blend of expertise in psychology, spirituality, body intelligence, eco-psychology and...

Kory Sherland is the founder of Autie Talk: a peer mentoring service for neurodivergent teens and adults. Autie Talk also offers a range of services to employers and service providers including team training and online programs about autism. You can check out her website - http://www.autietalk.net or check out her Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/autietalk/ P.S Don't forget to get yourself a...

Shannon Swales, is a psychologist driven by a deep passion to empower individuals with the essential mental health knowledge & skills needed to flourish. She guides them through a transformative journey from chronically stressed & burnt-out states to a state of overall wellness. Her commitment to this cause is rooted in personal experience, having traversed the challenging terrain of burno...

Starting her music studies at just eight years old with the cello, Lauren Lang quickly moved to guitar before expanding their studies to an array of instruments, including drum set, percussion, bass guitar, and piano. Lauren's passion for music synthesis developed during her teenage years, leading to a performing arts high school and post-secondary studies at Peabody Conservatory and Berklee Colle...

Summary In this conversation, Annie Crowe discusses the concept of neuroaccessibility and its importance for neurodivergent individuals. She explains that neuroaccessibility is when the needs of neurodivergent people are specifically considered and products, services, environments, and systems are built or modified to be used by people of all neurotypes. Annie highlights the proactive nature of ac...

Jen, a neurodivergent individual, shares her journey of creating content on YouTube to raise awareness about neurodiversity and autism. She discusses the topics of dual diagnosis of autism and ADHD, common misconceptions about neurodiversity, and the need for better representation in media. Jen emphasizes the importance of sharing personal experiences to help others feel less alone and promote und...

Summary Ange McArthur , a mother, business owner, and advocate, discusses her experience managing time and being punctual as a mother and business owner with ADHD and autism. She emphasizes the importance of giving herself grace and reducing work hours to accommodate her children's needs. Ange communicates openly with her team and clients about her neurodivergence and potential for occasional late...

Stress is a natural response in the body that occurs when we perceive something as a threat. However, in today's society, stress has become chronic and accumulates throughout the day. Chronic stress can lead to long-term changes in brain chemistry and neuroplasticity, affecting brain structure and function. It can also manifest in the body physically, causing tension and discomfort in different pa...

Justin Bruce is an executive manager at Bayley House, supporting adults with Intellectual Disabilities under the NDIS. Four years ago, Justin brought the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower to Australia and New Zealand with the aim of building a more tolerant, understanding and inclusive society for all. Justin is dedicated to promoting the voice of people with disability to build self-advocacy and prou...

Steph Robertson is the founder of occupational therapist at SGR Occupational Therapy. As a multiply- neurodivergent person herself, Steph is passionate about supporting others to embrace neurodiversity and live a life that aligns with who they are authentically. Steph has dedicated her career to providing trauma-informed and neurodivergent affirming treatment, education, and advocacy through occup...

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This week’s guest is Kitty Beach, a 19 year old, neurodivergent & LGBTQ identifying indie pop singer, songwriter & guitarist, from Melbourne Australia.   He released his debut single 'Live in the now' in April 2023 & he has been performing at open mics/singing comps ever since. He’s currently working on his first EP + more performance opportunities while studying part time.    He was d...

This is brief episode explaining Michael's Journey with Neurodivergence.

Today’s guest on The Deep Dive is Ashleigh Rae, creator and managing director of AR Services Group. Her group does virtual support co-ordination to clients right around Australia, and has a team of NeuroSpicy workers with lived experience that can truly understand the challenges of it’s clients.