Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity

Steph Robertson
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity

I am Steph! Thank you for being here! I am an occupational therapist, reiki master, specialised kinesiologist, and above all, a human being learning to express my authentic self! I specialise in neurodivergent affirming practice and trauma informed care. I am an AuDHDer (Autistic and ADHD) I also have CPTSD and a dissociative disorder. This podcast was named Alphabet Soup after I looked at my diagnosis rap sheet! I then realised none of this defined me, and I felt called to share with you my personal and professional experience and expertise to help you unmask and discover your true authentic self to live in alignment with who you truly are :)

  1. Masking and Unmasking Reflection and Checklist

    JAN 30

    Masking and Unmasking Reflection and Checklist

    Check out this new resource- Masking and Unmasking Reflection and Checklist! It's completely Free! Let me know what you think! Get your copy HERE   Connect with me, Steph: www.sgroccupationaltherapy.com Email: hello@sgroccupationaltherapy.com  Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/SGROccupationalTherapy Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258437025035170/

    5 min
  2. Welcome to 2025!

    JAN 30

    Welcome to 2025!

    Welcome back for 2025! Just a little life update in this one :)    Connect with me, Steph: www.sgroccupationaltherapy.com Email: hello@sgroccupationaltherapy.com  Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/SGROccupationalTherapy Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258437025035170/

    15 min
  3. Autistic Identity with Chelsea Luker, Autistic/ADHDER Psychologist and Author

    12/19/2024

    Autistic Identity with Chelsea Luker, Autistic/ADHDER Psychologist and Author

    Let's explore Autistic Identity with Chelsea Luker. Chelsea Luker is an Autistic/ADHDer psychologist, author, and parent of two neurodivergent children. With a passion for neurodiversity-affirming practice, Chelsea draws on both her professional and lived experience to support Neurodivergent individuals and their families. Through her work at Connect Us Psychology, she empowers parents, educators, and therapists to foster understanding, self-worth, and connection in Neurodivergent communities. Chelsea is also the author of Square Me, Round World, a collection of stories that highlight the experiences of growing up feeling different, and she delivers impactful talks, training, and resources designed to create a more inclusive and affirming world.   Connec with Chelsea Email  hello@connectuspsychology.com Web www.connectuspsychology.com Instagram Chelsea Luker ✨️ AuDHDer Psychologist and Author ✨️ (@connectuspsychology) • Instagram photos and videos   Connect with me, Steph: www.sgroccupationaltherapy.com Email: hello@sgroccupationaltherapy.com  Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/SGROccupationalTherapy Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258437025035170/

    1 hr
  4. NDIS Myths and Mistakes with Anna Commons from Commonground Disability

    12/09/2024

    NDIS Myths and Mistakes with Anna Commons from Commonground Disability

    NDIS Myths and Mistakes with Anna Commons from Commonground Disability! Need I say more!? In this episode Anna and I address the following Myths and Mistakes: Myth: NDIS don't fund Core supports for children because it is parental responsibility. Myth: You need a diagonsis to get access to NDIA after the age of 7. Myth: The NDIS don't fund sensory items. Mistake: Asking NDIS to fund supports that it literally cannot fund. Mistake: Expecting NDIS to fund everything because you child has a diagnosis. Mistake: Thinking that homeschooling your child means more support via NDIS. Myth: Kids don't get funding for support coordination. Myth and Mistake: You plan manager will make sure you don't run out of funds.  Myth: Providers should charge the prices from the NDIS price guide. Myth: Children should be funded for and attend intensive therapies and interventions while they're young. Anna is a passionate advocate and self confessed NDIS Nerd on a mission to empower parents and caregivers to engage with the NDIS with confidence and clarity. Anna is the founder of Common Ground Disability Consulting which supports NDIS Participants aged 0-14 years to understand and uphold their rights through an empathetic and holistic family approach. She is also the mum of a child living with complex disabilities. Anna provides one to one education and peer support to help Participants and carers access the NDIS, maximise outcomes from their NDIS plan and navigate the appeals process. She also publishes a regular Substack blog for parents to stay up to date with all things NDIS.   Anna can be contacted at: Web: commongrounddisability.com  Insta: @commongrounddisability Facebook: https://facebook.com/commongrounddisability  Substack: https://substack.com/@commongrounddisability  Email: anna@commongrounddisability.com   Connect with me, Steph: www.sgroccupationaltherapy.com Email: hello@sgroccupationaltherapy.com  Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/SGROccupationalTherapy Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258437025035170/

    1h 30m
  5. Invitation to Peer-led panel discussion: Recognising Responding to Sexual Abuse and Violence- Hosted by Yellow Lady Bugs

    11/24/2024

    Invitation to Peer-led panel discussion: Recognising Responding to Sexual Abuse and Violence- Hosted by Yellow Lady Bugs

    This is so important! Let's learn how to support our children by Recognising Responding to Sexual Abuse and Violence and also understanding how we can help our children be empowered to proect themselves.  Find out more:  www.yellowladybug.com.au Live Panel Discussion: Recognising and Responding to Sexual Abuse and – Yellow Ladybugs Connect with me: www.sgroccupationaltherapy.com Email: hello@sgroccupationaltherapy.com  Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/SGROccupationalTherapy Youtube: (210) The Spiritual OT 💫 - YouTube Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258437025035170/

    13 min
  6. Neurodivergent Sex, Intimacy and Relationships with Annelil Desille, Clinical psychologist

    11/11/2024

    Neurodivergent Sex, Intimacy and Relationships with Annelil Desille, Clinical psychologist

    Join me on this important deep dive into all things sex, intimacy, connection and relationships for neurodivergent folk! Lil and I don't hold back in addressing the things that often get swept under the rug and not addressed in relation to wholistic welllness... and yes, I am talking about sex and intimacy! Connect with Annelil: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neurokinnection?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Webite:  Neurokinnection   Connect with me :) www.sgroccupationaltherapy.com Email: hello@sgroccupationaltherapy.com  Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/SGROccupationalTherapy Youtube: (210) The Spiritual OT 💫 - YouTube Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258437025035170/

    55 min
  7. Regulation and Communication with Christina Schmidt, Speech Pathologist

    10/14/2024

    Regulation and Communication with Christina Schmidt, Speech Pathologist

    In this episode I had the pleasure of talking the the incredible Christina Schmidt! Christina Schmidt (she/her/hers) is an AuDHD, multiply-dialectal, and multicultural Black woman. She lives, works, plays, and creates on the unceded lands of Wurundjeri Country in Naarm (Melbourne, Victoria, Australia). Born in the US, Christina has spent the majority of her adult life overseas in Austria and now Australia. She works with paediatric and adult clients, specialising in about neuroaffirming practice, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), gestalt language processing, and a bit of orofacial myofunctional therapy and feeding support. Social justice advocacy is deeply intertwined in her work due to her strong justice sensitivity. Christina is deeply passionate about helping people discover and embrace their unique strengths, sharing them with the world in the ways and at the times they feel ready. In this chat we dive into the dinamic duo that is OT and speech therapy and how we can work together to ensure the best outcomes for our clients and how it is essential for us both to be addressing the relationship between regulation and communication.  Connect with Christina: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freetobeme.speech?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Website: Free to Be Me Speech Therapy | Neurodiversity Affirming Connect with me :) www.sgroccupationaltherapy.com Email: hello@sgroccupationaltherapy.com  Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/SGROccupationalTherapy Youtube: (210) The Spiritual OT 💫 - YouTube Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258437025035170/

    1h 15m
  8. Dissociation in Autistic/ADHD people

    09/29/2024

    Dissociation in Autistic/ADHD people

    In this episode I am sharing some really interesting information I have learnt about the experience of dissociation in autistic and ADHD people. This is an area that often gets overlooked and I think this is a consideration that is important to take notice of when supporting neurodivergent people.  I was having a 'word finding difficulty' kind of day when recording this so thanks for sticking with me! Connect with Liam Spicer :  https://www.instagram.com/liamspicer_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Connect with me :) www.sgroccupationaltherapy.com Email: hello@sgroccupationaltherapy.com  Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/SGROccupationalTherapy Youtube: (210) The Spiritual OT 💫 - YouTube Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258437025035170/

    28 min
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I am Steph! Thank you for being here! I am an occupational therapist, reiki master, specialised kinesiologist, and above all, a human being learning to express my authentic self! I specialise in neurodivergent affirming practice and trauma informed care. I am an AuDHDer (Autistic and ADHD) I also have CPTSD and a dissociative disorder. This podcast was named Alphabet Soup after I looked at my diagnosis rap sheet! I then realised none of this defined me, and I felt called to share with you my personal and professional experience and expertise to help you unmask and discover your true authentic self to live in alignment with who you truly are :)

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