Amber Collins

The Neurodivergent Awakening

Health EN ↓ 66 episodes

Hi and welcome to The Neurodivergent Awakening Podcast. I call this the Neurodivergent Awakening because it does genuinely feel over the past few years the world has woken up to Neurodiversity, in particular understanding of Autism and ADHD.  I share my lived experience of being early diagnosed Autistic, late diagnosed ADHD and parenting my own neurodivergent child, and share anecdotes, research and tips for things that work for my little family and things I have learned along the way. I really hope to create a safe and inclusive space for anyone going through diagnosis, on waiting lists or si...

Author

Amber Collins

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.instagram.com

Latest episode

Jan 19, 2026

Where to listen?

Podcasts in the app Replaio Radio Coming soon

Podcasts are coming to the app soon. Install now and be the first to see a whole new take on podcasts

Get it on Google Play Install for free Android 5M+ downloads · 4.8 rating iOS soon

Episodes

Episode 16 - Neurodivergent Women, Spirituality and Moon Cycles - is there a link? With Diana Safieh and Sareta Fontaine 14.10.2022

Join me for my first collaborative podcast with Diana Safieh and Sareta Fontaine. Find Diana here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/we.knew.the.moon.podcast/ https://weknewthemoon.co.uk https://weknewthemoon.co.uk/podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/501220987367978/?ref=pages_group_cta Find Sareta here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenwhorebrand/ https://www.instagram.com/heysare...

Episode 15 - The Comparison Trap 06.10.2022

This weeks episode...I'm struggling.  So this is for everyone else who is struggling, having a hard time. This is very much a parenting episode, but even if you're not a parent I think this episode could be useful. Follow me on Instagram @itsambercollins_ Tiktok @itsambercollins If you're enjoying the pod please rate, review and subscribe! It helps the pod get seen and reach more pe...

Episode 14 - You Don't Seem Autistic (and yes I have had a name change!) 30.09.2022

Ever disclosed your diagnosis to be met with 'YoU dOn'T sEeM aUtiStIc" then listen to this episode! This episode does discuss ableism, feelings of invalidation and gaslighting. If you like this podcast PLEASE rate and review and download as it helps me get seen so I can help more people. Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itsambercollins_/ Follow me on TikTok @itsamber...

Episode 13 - Why I wish I was told I was Autistic 23.09.2022

On this episode I expand on the question..."should I tell my child they are autistic?" Helpful links.... Follow me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/itsambercollins_/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsambercollins LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-collins-83624176/ My Brother Otto  https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-Brother-Otto-Elisa-Pallmer/dp/1423651545 AMAZING THINGS HAPPEN -...

Episode 12 - Reminder to all autistics: your energy is precious! 16.09.2022

A little late night download spawned this episode! If you enjoy the podcast PLEEEEASE rate subscribe and review it means I can reach more people and help them. If you're not following me on instagram...why tf not? Follow me here as well as find out how to work with me and my other platforms. https://linktr.ee/itsambercollins Support the show Follow me on all socials @itsamberco get my free su...

Episode 11 - Autism and Authority 09.09.2022

The events of today have made me go on a train of thought about authority, and how autistic minds deal with hierarchies that make no sense to us. If you enjoy this episode please rate and review and subscribe it means more people can find it! Follow me @itsambercollins_ https://www.instagram.com/itsambercollins_/ Support the show Follow me on all socials @itsamberco get my free substack! https://n...

Episode 10 - Why Neurodivergent People Could Benefit From Inner Child Healing 26.08.2022

I've done a lot of self development in the last year or so including inner Child Healing, and wanted to share my take on it and why it is so beneficial if you are late diagnosed Autistic/ ADHD or going through a diagnosis with a loved one. Recommendations from the episode: Louise Hay You Can Heal Your Life - there are also various YouTube videos of her exercises  https://www.instagram.com/the...

Episode 9 - Why are so many women being diagnosed ADHD? 19.08.2022

Bare with me guys as this is a bit of a long one! A quick run through of why I think this may be happening, and is this a good thing? Accounts and books discussed discussed Sophie Hale https://www.thesophiehale.com Leyth Hampshire https://www.leythhampshire.com/about#aboutStory Stolen Focus by Johaan Hari https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/Stolen_Focus/GUlUEAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&printse...

Episode 8 - Burnout and ADHD Meds Update 12.08.2022

Follow me @itsambercollins_ on instagram https://www.instagram.com/itsambercollins_/ I've been gone a couple of weeks in the depths of a burnout and side effects of my ADHD medication :/ But I am back to tell you all about it! If you enjoy this pod PLEASE rate and review it means more people see the pod! Thank you x Support the show Follow me on all socials @itsamberco get my free substack! h...

Episode 07 - How Parents Can Do Better For Their Neurodivergent Children - Part 1 22.07.2022

As requested by my instagram followers this weeks episode is a Part 1 on how we can sup[port our neurodivergent children. This will be a two parter because after recording this I feel like I missed out on so much so I will revisit this next week. Trigger Warning this episode talks about ABA. Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itsambercollins_/ https://www.instagram.com/nigh.functioni...

Dating, Love, Relationships and Love island....Part 2! 15.07.2022

For some reason I have had a RIGHT DRAMA with this, lets blame the moon eh! Welcome to Episode 6! This week I will be discussing the recent events in Love Island and how the experiences of a neurodivergent contentsant mirrord what many neurodivergent people go through, how I navigate dating and relationships and expressing affection. Let me know what you think! follow me on instagram  https://www....

Episode 05 - Functioning Labels and Why We Hate Them 08.07.2022

This week I am talking all about functioning labels...what kind of Autistic am i? Hot, Mild or Spicy haha! Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itsambercollins_/ If you're enjoying the pod please subscribe and rate as it helps me get seen more! Support the show Follow me on all socials @itsamberco get my free substack! https://neurodivergentamber.substack.com

Autistic Women and the Real Cost of Masking 01.07.2022

This weeks episode is all around what I personally describe as the real cost of masking in friendships, relationships, lack of autonomy and more. This feels like a poingant episode this week and I hope you enjoy it. PLEASE rate and review if you enjoyed this episode and share with your community and tag me @itsambercollins_ Find me on instagram here https://www.instagram.com/itsambercollins_/ Have...

Episode 3 - How to regulate yourself and your child at the same time 24.06.2022

Here is Episode 3! My own experiences - and fuck ups - of meeting both mine and my son's needs. If you're an overwhelmed parent give this a listen, this could apply to most people. The Chakra bracelet I have is currently out of stock but the shop is here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/AngelicSoulHealingCO?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=889495712 Follow me on Instagram @itsambe...

Episode Two - My Diagnosis Story 17.06.2022

TW: discussion of suicide ideation at around 30 minutes.  Welcome to episode 2! As highly requested here is a story so far - ish of how I got my autism diagnosis and my experinces of being an autistic child/teenager  Honestly I have gone on 20 different tangents and I think each part could be an episode of it's own so I will record different bits as time goes on. Find me on instagram https://...

Episode 1 - You Are Doing Your Best 10.06.2022

Episode one of my  brand new podcast! If you enjoyed it please rate and subscribe as it helps my podcast reach more people. Keep in touch on instagram @itsambercollins_ Support the show Follow me on all socials @itsamberco get my free substack! https://neurodivergentamber.substack.com

Listen to the The Neurodivergent Awakening podcast in Replaio

Radio and podcasts in one app - free, with no sign-up. Install today and do not miss the launch

Get it on Google Play

Replaio is not a podcast publisher; show names, artwork and audio belong to their authors and are distributed through public RSS feeds.