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Parent Like A PsychologistEpisode 102: Why Autistic Kids Need Their StimsIn this insightful and heartwarming episode of Parent Like a Psychologist, we return from the school holiday break refreshed—and ready to dive back into a crucial topic in our autism series: why stimming matters for autistic kids.
Stimming, or self-stimulatory behavior, often includes repetitive movements, sounds, or phrases like hand flapping, rocking, or echolalia. It’s frequently misunderstood or discouraged by well-meaning adults—but what if we’ve been thinking about it all wrong?
This episode reframes stimming not as a problem to fix, but as a vital form of emotional regulation and joyful expressi...2025-07-2120 min
Parent Like A PsychologistEpisode 98: Helping Autistic Kids Feel Safe in a World That Often Isn’tWelcome back to Parent Like a Psychologist! In this special episode, I (Leanne—psychologist, parent, and your host) step into my parent shoes during school holidays to reflect on a powerful experience I had at the Yellow Ladybugs conference earlier this month.
This episode dives deep into the nuanced and often underrepresented experiences of autistic girls, women, and gender-diverse individuals, focusing on how seemingly “small” daily stressors can compound into developmental trauma for neurodivergent kids—especially when misunderstood or unsupported in school environments.
We explore:
Why trauma isn't just about one major event, but ofte...2025-06-2324 min
Differently Aligned - For Neurodivergent Business OwnersWhy it’s so important to surround yourself with people who GET youSpending time with other neurodivergent people isn’t just lovely... it can fundamentally change how you see yourself, your energy, and your business. "Spending time with other neurodivergent people just helps with that self-acceptance, that self-compassion. Which is the most beautiful starting point because from there you can do anything but not everything." - Adina Levy In this episode, I share: • How the Yellow Ladybugs Conference reminded me why connecting with neurokin matters so much • Why measuring ourselves against neurotypical norms is unfair, and how to stop • What doing business differently from 'expected' can actually look like (hint...2025-06-0609 min
The Wellness Connection with Fiona KaneUnderstanding Adult Autism Through Lived Experience: (What It’s Really Like) | Ep. 99Send us a textUnderstanding adult autism through lived experience is at the heart of this deeply human episode. In this conversation, host Fiona Kane is joined by Michael Coles, who shares his raw and personal journey of living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). From early diagnoses to autistic burnout, masking, and the importance of being your authentic self, Michael offers honest insights into what life is really like on the spectrum.Whether you're an adult navigating autism yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply wanting to learn more, this episode will open your mind...2025-02-1841 min