Danielle Sullivan
The Neurodiverging Podcast
How do we create a neurodiversity-affirming society where people with all kinds of brains don't just live, but thrive? Neurodiverging serves practical strategies to improve our lives by amplifying the voices of neurodivergent leaders and thinkers, centering social justice. We're all in this together. Hosted by Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at http://neurodiverging.com or http://patreon.com/neurodiverging .
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Danielle Sullivan
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Nov 29, 2025
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Episodes
The Medication Question 09.05.2024 29:03
Whether you're considering medication for yourself as a neurodivergent adult, or for a child, it can be a difficult and complex decision. Today, Danielle's talking about their personal history with medication as an autistic ADHDer, what considerations went into their decisions, and how they confronted medication stigma. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/the-medication-question/ Join us on...
Danielle Answers Your Comments About Parenting PDA 11.04.2024 31:31
Today, Danielle is answering your Youtube comments about pervasive demand for autonomy/ pathological demand avoidance. Collaborative Families, our 3 month parenting program, starts May 1st. Learn more here: https://neurodiverging.thrivecart.com/collaborative-families/ Have a question you'd like me to answer in a future podcast? Email us at contact@neurodiverging.com Show notes here: https://www.ne...
How I'm Thriving as an Autistic Parent 04.04.2024 35:32
When I first became a parent, I was undiagnosed, burnt out and overwhelmed. Now, ten years into my parenting journey, I've evolved into a confident, creative, joyful, parent, a transformation I couldn't have imagined a decade ago. Today I'm talking about my journey, what I've learned, and how I got here. Show notes, book recs, and transcript here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-im-thriving-as-...
How to Reset After Autistic Burnout 14.03.2024 30:57
Get Yourself Together: a free 5-day bootcamp starting on 3/18. Register here: http://neurodiverging.com/together Collaborative Families is now open for registration! Save $100 if you enroll before 3/31. Class starts on 5/1. Learn more: http://neurodiverging.com/parenting Full show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-to-reset-after-autistic-burnout/ In this series, we delve into a personal jo...
How Trauma Compromises Executive Function 07.03.2024 28:37
Get Yourself Together: a free 5-day bootcamp starting on 3/18. Register here: http://neurodiverging.com/together Collaborative Families is now open for registration! Save $100 if you enroll before 3/31. Class starts on 5/1. Learn more: http://neurodiverging.com/parenting Full show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-autistic-trauma-compromises-executive-function/ In this series, we delve int...
Our expectations can contribute to autistic burnout. 29.02.2024 34:21
Get Yourself Together: a free 5-day bootcamp starting on 3/18. Register here: http://neurodiverging.com/together Collaborative Families is now open for registration! Save $100 if you enroll before 3/31. Class starts on 5/1. Learn more: http://neurodiverging.com/parenting Full show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/our-expectations-can-contribute-to-autistic-burnout/ As a late-identified person...
On Being Neurodiversity-Affirming 22.02.2024 13:09
Neurodiversity-affirming is the new buzz word for sure, but what does it mean? Follow me on IG: @neurodiverging Join the Patreon: patreon.com/neurodiverging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Understanding the Science of Safety with Rebecca Kase 15.02.2024 42:19
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 and physical health, especially in response to stress and perceived threats, and something we refer to in coaching very often. Rebecca discusses how we can use this model to help us unde...
The Ongoing Work of Constructing Identity with Charlie Ocean 18.01.2024 33:05
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Performative Allyship Within Capitalist Systems with Charlie Ocean, MSW 11.01.2024 36:44
Our first workshop of the year is Tension Tactics: Positive Strategies for Handling Stress, happening on 1/19 at 2PM MT. Learn more and get $5 off by registering at http://tinyurl.com/tensiontactics. Today, Danielle talks with neuroqueer LGBTQ+ trainer and community organizer Charlie Ocean, MSW to understand how performative allyship from companies led to a surge in DEI work post-George Floyd, and...
Creating A Neurodivergent-Friendly New Year 04.01.2024 10:48
For those of us who are neurodivergent, sticking to resolutions and working towards our goals is naturally challenging because the traditional approach to goal-setting does not align with our unique needs and strengths. In this episode, we explore how to create New Year’s resolutions that are neurodivergent-friendly, empowering us to make meaningful progress and celebrate our achievements along th...
Learn with Dr. Emily - Penn Holderness: ADHD as a Superpower 21.12.2023 52:48
Today, we're happy to share an episode from Learn with Dr. Emily, where she interviews comedian and ADHDer, Penn Holderness. Enjoy! --- Growing up, Penn Holderness knew he was different than his friends. He had tics. He was called a spazz. He would cry really easily. In basketball practice, he would nearly chew through his shirt if he wasn't running around enough. If he was growing up in the 2020'...
The Integrated Workplace: On Disability Labor Reform 14.12.2023 37:20
Traditional disability employment models have been focused on sheltered workshops and sub-minimum wage jobs. What does true integration look like in the modern workplace, and how can we get there? Today we're talking to Ben Schatzel, the founder of Stannum Core Solutions, an agency dedicated to creating competitive, integrated employment outcomes for neurodivergent workers, about just that. Show n...
Emergency Preparedness for All 11.12.2023 23:58
Today coach Danielle Sullivan is discussing how her family evacuated a natural disaster successfully several years ago, and how families with neurodivergent children and family members can better prepare for potential disasters and emergencies. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/emergency-preparedness-for-all/ ________________________ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of N...
Communal Care and Neurodivergent Liberation 30.11.2023 48:46
Rainbow Winnike, who also goes by Bowie, is a neurodivergent support coach and gender doula, supporting people who are stepping into the next stage of their identity and authenticity. We're on the podcast discussing the intersections of neurotype, gender, sexuality, masking and unmasking, building community care toward neurodivergent liberation, and some ways to support our authentic expressions o...
How to Be Together Without Talking (For Neurodivergent Families) 16.11.2023 20:06
Do you have an autistic loved one who sometimes wants to hang out but not necessarily talk a ton? Are you having trouble figuring out how to handle it? This podcast's for you! Thank you to my patrons for suggesting this topic! Need more help with handling your feelings around communication? Check out our mini course: https://neurodiverging.thrivecart.com/when-tone-triggers-you/ Neurodiverging Coac...
Autism Through Psychiatry's Lens 09.11.2023 46:48
Today I am talking to Dawn Tree, who is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who has an adult autistic son and is also a late-diagnosed ADHDer. Dawn has been practicing in psychiatry for the past 30 years. In today’s interview, we’re covering how the practice of psychiatry can help or harm autistic people, how medications are tested, used, and marketed to medical professionals, and how to find a psych...
Does Diet Soda Cause Autism? News Commentary 02.11.2023 32:18
Today’s podcast is a little different. I’ve been collecting some news articles that followers sent to me last month, and now I’m going to share my thoughts with you! So, does aspartame cause autism? Do 37% percent of autistic kids outgrow their autistic traits? Or, is autism still underdiagnosed by age 16? Let’s talk about it today. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/does-aspartame-cause-a...
Creating A Sensory-Friendly Space in Your Home 26.10.2023 26:56
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 essential that feelings of overwhelm and overload are managed. This can be really tricky in the beginning. But with some self-reflection and practice (and sometimes trial and error) it is possible to create a space that works...
Cultural Competency Across Neurotypes 19.10.2023 38:30
What is cultural intelligence, and how does it intersect with inclusivity? That's what we're talking about with today's guest, Loren Rosaldo-Maldonado. Loren's the Chief People Officer at Cultura Inc., an ADHDer, and a Cultural Intelligence consultant with a passion for helping people and institutions navigate the complexities of the human condition. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/cult...
How to Make Your Business or Practice Neurodivergent-Friendly 12.10.2023 35:38
I started the Neurodiverging podcast in 2020, right before the pandemic. It evolved into a coaching business with multiple coaches, writers, and tech support. We serve clients who are neurodivergent or have accessibility needs. Today, I want to discuss running a business that prioritizes the accessibility needs of employees and clients. Podcast page: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-to-make-your...
Playing to Our Strengths as Autistic Individuals with Peter Mann 28.09.2023 31:06
Podcast page: https://www.neurodiverging.com/playing-to-our-strengths-as-autistic-individuals/ CEO and engineer Peter Mann went through most of his life and career as an undiagnosed autistic. Now that’s he has a late autism diagnosis, he has pivoted to find new ways to support others who are neurodivergent and may not know how to tap into their abilities to succeed at work. His new mission is to a...
Autistics Process Environments Differently 21.09.2023 24:22
Today coach Danielle Sullivan discusses the unique processing challenges experienced by autistic individuals and those with sensory processing differences. Neurodivergent people must often manually process environmental data, such as sounds or sensory inputs, whereas neurotypical people are able to automate this process. This can be an added burden for neurodivergent folks. We hope to educate and...
Therapeutics and Attunement at School with Ange Anderson 14.09.2023 27:00
Ange Anderson is an experienced educator and author who has introduced various therapeutic and technological interventions in her school to support students with learning differences. She emphasizes the importance of play in the development of neurodivergent children, regardless of their specific neurodivergent condition. Learn more about Ange here: https://angeandersontherapeutic.co.uk Podcast pa...
A Neurodiversity Coach's Top 5 Tips for Better Productivity 31.08.2023 24:48
Danielle Sullivan, owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, discusses the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in completing tasks and offers 5 tips for improving productivity, which should not come at the expense of self-care. Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https:...
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