Differences NOT Deficits https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com Where being different is normal — and connection is universal.

This podcast is for the ones who’ve always felt a little off-script — and are starting to realize maybe they were never the problem. What started as a therapy-centered conversation has evolved into something deeper: an exploration of what it means to be fully human in a world obsessed with “normal.”

We still care deeply about supporting neurodivergent individuals and families — but now we’re widening the lens.
We’re talking about sensitivity, chronic pain, emotional intensity, burnout, masking, healing, and the thousand quiet ways people learn to hide who they are to fit in.

Hosted by Debbie (former speech-language pathologist turned soul-listener and Human Design guide) and Yolandi (behaviorist turned radical connector and label-questioner), this podcast explores what happens when we stop trying to fix people — and start seeing them.

Together, we talk about:

The harm in pathologizing difference

The beauty in unmasking and remembering who you are

The power of reconnecting with your body, soul, and deeper wiring

The systems that need rethinking — and the truths we’re reclaiming

Whether you’re a parent, a practitioner, or a person simply trying to feel more at home in yourself — you belong here.

This isn’t about being perfect.
It’s about being real.

Let’s unmask what divides us — and remember what connects us.

Interested in learning more about Debbie and her work...go to https://www.thetruthofyou.net/. Connect with Debbie or Yolandi at https://www.thetruthofyou.net/contact. 

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]]> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:09:27 -0800 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Education 1440 episodic The Differences Not Deficits podcast aims to be an accepting space to provide education and support to neurodivergent individuals and their support systems. As a speech language pathologist and a behaviorist we have realized that what we have been taught are “deficits” are often just “differences” in neurology. When we approach therapy in this light we learn from our neurodiverse clients every day. We want to empower neurodivergent people and those you care for them by discussing what we are learning and changing in our own therapy. We’re so excited to share this with you! Debbie & Yolandi Debbie & Yolandi No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17183857/New_Podcast_Art_6kibo.jpg Differences NOT Deficits https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com 144 144 S2 Ep 2: Where We've Been, Part 2: Yolandi S2 Ep 2: Where We've Been, Part 2: Yolandi https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/yolandi/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/yolandi/#comments Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:09:27 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/11ce37df-afb9-3e14-a127-d83f95c711c1 In this episode, Yolandi shares her personal journey over the past year: the shifts, the letting go, the reconnection with what really matters - and how it’s shaped the podcast moving forward.

]]> In this episode, Yolandi shares her personal journey over the past year: the shifts, the letting go, the reconnection with what really matters - and how it’s shaped the podcast moving forward.

]]> After a long season of healing, unlearning, and deep transformation, we’re back - and starting with a little honesty about where we’ve been. In this episode, Yolandi shares her personal journey over the past year: the shifts, the letting go, the reconnection with what really matters - and how it’s shaped the podcast moving forward. Debbie & Yolandi false No 1954 2 2 full S2 Ep1: Where We’ve Been, Part 1: Debbie S2 Ep1: Where We’ve Been, Part 1: Debbie https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/debbie/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/debbie/#comments Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:01:11 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/86ca351a-f12c-3ce1-b6e1-77aff3f10f0f In this episode, Debbie shares her personal journey over the past year: the shifts, the letting go, the reconnection with what really matters - and how it’s shaped the podcast moving forward.

Yolandi will be sharing her own story in the next episode. 

]]> In this episode, Debbie shares her personal journey over the past year: the shifts, the letting go, the reconnection with what really matters - and how it’s shaped the podcast moving forward.

Yolandi will be sharing her own story in the next episode. 

]]> After a long season of healing, unlearning, and deep transformation, we’re back - and starting with a little honesty about where we’ve been. In this episode, Debbie shares her personal journey over the past year: the shifts, the letting go, the reconnection with what really matters - and how it’s shaped the podcast moving forward. Yolandi will be sharing her own story in the next episode. Debbie & Yolandi false No 1272 2 18 full Season 2 Trailer Season 2 Trailer https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/differences-not-deficits-season-2/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/differences-not-deficits-season-2/#comments Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:25:28 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/3177b381-b9a1-3b57-9d80-10abe22a3081 After a long break filled with healing and unlearning, Differences NOT Deficits is back — with deeper conversations, broader perspectives, and way more realness.

This season, we’re expanding beyond neurodivergence to explore all the ways people feel “different” — and the harm in trying to make everyone “normal.”

Join Debbie and Yolandi as they unmask old labels, share personal truths, and invite you into messy, meaningful conversations about what it really means to be seen, supported, and fully yourself.

Interested in learning more about Debbie and her work...go to https://www.thetruthofyou.net/. Connect with Debbie or Yolandi at https://www.thetruthofyou.net/contact. 

]]> After a long break filled with healing and unlearning, Differences NOT Deficits is back — with deeper conversations, broader perspectives, and way more realness.

This season, we’re expanding beyond neurodivergence to explore all the ways people feel “different” — and the harm in trying to make everyone “normal.”

Join Debbie and Yolandi as they unmask old labels, share personal truths, and invite you into messy, meaningful conversations about what it really means to be seen, supported, and fully yourself.

Interested in learning more about Debbie and her work...go to https://www.thetruthofyou.net/. Connect with Debbie or Yolandi at https://www.thetruthofyou.net/contact. 

]]> Season 2 - Launch 11/6/2025 Debbie & Yolandi false No 160 2 trailer Ep. 16 Embracing Neurodiversity: Honoring Unique Talents Ep. 16 Embracing Neurodiversity: Honoring Unique Talents https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-16-embracing-neurodiversity-honoring-unique-talents/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-16-embracing-neurodiversity-honoring-unique-talents/#comments Sun, 26 May 2024 00:39:14 -0700 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/cb62ac7b-9dc7-37c1-bdc1-075a980fa255 In this episode we give a little update on what is happening with our podcast since it's been a while since we have published an episode.  We also have a discussion about the gifts, talents, contributions we see in neurodivergent people. The world is missing so much when the focus is on trying to "fix" people instead of looking at he unique gifts they have to offer. 

]]> In this episode we give a little update on what is happening with our podcast since it's been a while since we have published an episode.  We also have a discussion about the gifts, talents, contributions we see in neurodivergent people. The world is missing so much when the focus is on trying to "fix" people instead of looking at he unique gifts they have to offer. 

]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 1585 2 16 full EP. 15 Caroline Gaddy, SLP Interview Part 2 EP. 15 Caroline Gaddy, SLP Interview Part 2 https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-15-caroline-gaddy-interview/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-15-caroline-gaddy-interview/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2024 22:00:00 -0700 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/27b9631f-f83c-30c4-8d63-1ce802484ff1 In this episode (part 2 of 2) I continue with an interview with Caroline Gaddy. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. Caroline is an Autistic SLP and AAC Solutions Consultant based in Virginia. She is also a disability advocate and neurodiversity educator who has presented at state and national conferences. She has worked in clinical and school-based settings as an SLP and teacher, and is passionate about communication access, disability justice, and inclusion. Caroline is also a mom to two spectacular neurodivergent kids.

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]]> In this episode (part 2 of 2) I continue with an interview with Caroline Gaddy. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. Caroline is an Autistic SLP and AAC Solutions Consultant based in Virginia. She is also a disability advocate and neurodiversity educator who has presented at state and national conferences. She has worked in clinical and school-based settings as an SLP and teacher, and is passionate about communication access, disability justice, and inclusion. Caroline is also a mom to two spectacular neurodivergent kids.

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 2355 2 15 full EP. 14 Caroline Gaddy, SLP Interview Part 1 EP. 14 Caroline Gaddy, SLP Interview Part 1 https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-14-caroline-gaddy-interview/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-14-caroline-gaddy-interview/#comments Tue, 16 Apr 2024 04:44:15 -0700 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/d8bce88d-d77a-3254-8be0-52c8a03e69e0 In this episode (part 1 of 2) Debbie interviews Caroline Gaddy. Caroline is an Autistic SLP and AAC Solutions Consultant based in Virginia. She is also a disability advocate and neurodiversity educator who has presented at state and national conferences. She has worked in clinical and school-based settings as an SLP and teacher, and is passionate about communication access, disability justice, and inclusion. Caroline is also a mom to two spectacular neurodivergent kids.

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]]> In this episode (part 1 of 2) Debbie interviews Caroline Gaddy. Caroline is an Autistic SLP and AAC Solutions Consultant based in Virginia. She is also a disability advocate and neurodiversity educator who has presented at state and national conferences. She has worked in clinical and school-based settings as an SLP and teacher, and is passionate about communication access, disability justice, and inclusion. Caroline is also a mom to two spectacular neurodivergent kids.

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 2028 2 14 full EP. 13 A Conversation with Matt Lowry, LPP part 2 EP. 13 A Conversation with Matt Lowry, LPP part 2 https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-13-a-conversation-with-matt-lowry-part-2/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-13-a-conversation-with-matt-lowry-part-2/#comments Tue, 19 Mar 2024 21:51:13 -0700 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/458c97e6-da4e-3846-8fd3-4153d04da43c **Trigger Warning: Content Might be Sensitive to Some**

In this episode (part 2 of 2) we continue with our interview with Matt Lowry. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. Matt is an autistic licensed psychological practitioner in Louisville, KY. He provides evaluations and therapy for children, teens and adults using a strengths-based approach to help autistic people in ways best suited for their individual needs. He also provides educational trainings and co-hosts the Autistic Culture Podcast where they discuss autistic contributions to society and culture.

In this episode Matt will share his thoughts about special interests - SPINs, his opinion on the DSM 5, and some advice for PARENTS. Take a listen

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In this episode (part 2 of 2) we continue with our interview with Matt Lowry. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. Matt is an autistic licensed psychological practitioner in Louisville, KY. He provides evaluations and therapy for children, teens and adults using a strengths-based approach to help autistic people in ways best suited for their individual needs. He also provides educational trainings and co-hosts the Autistic Culture Podcast where they discuss autistic contributions to society and culture.


In this episode Matt will share his thoughts about special interests - SPINs, his opinion on the DSM 5, and some advice for PARENTS. Take a listen

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 2264 2 13 full Ep. 12 A Conversation with Matt Lowry, LPP Part 1 Ep. 12 A Conversation with Matt Lowry, LPP Part 1 https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-12-a-conversation-with-matt-lowry-lpp-part-1/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-12-a-conversation-with-matt-lowry-lpp-part-1/#comments Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:21:37 -0700 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/19f62241-b6dc-38a5-9de1-8b8400baae2f **Trigger Warning - May Contain Sensitive Material for Some** 

Today we are excited to share an interview we had with Matt Lowry. This will be part one of two episodes with Matt. 

Matt is an autistic licensed psychological practitioner in Louisville, KY. He provides evaluations and therapy for children, teens and adults using a strengths-based approach to help autistic people in ways best suited for their individual needs. He also provides educational trainings and co-hosts the Autistic Culture Podcast where they discuss autistic contributions to society and culture.

He has a passion to make the world a better place for autistic people.

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]]> **Trigger Warning - May Contain Sensitive Material for Some** 

Today we are excited to share an interview we had with Matt Lowry. This will be part one of two episodes with Matt. 

Matt is an autistic licensed psychological practitioner in Louisville, KY. He provides evaluations and therapy for children, teens and adults using a strengths-based approach to help autistic people in ways best suited for their individual needs. He also provides educational trainings and co-hosts the Autistic Culture Podcast where they discuss autistic contributions to society and culture.

He has a passion to make the world a better place for autistic people.

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 1987 2 12 full Ep. 11 A Conversation with Martin Moxness - Part 2 Ep. 11 A Conversation with Martin Moxness - Part 2 https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-11-a-conversation-with-martin-moxness-part-2/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-11-a-conversation-with-martin-moxness-part-2/#comments Sat, 17 Feb 2024 12:41:45 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/bf144ca4-62a5-3b9b-8d46-2cb8d0427a0d In this episode (part 2 of 2) we continue with our interview with Martin Moxness. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. Martin is an autistic adult who lives in Denmark and is a successful Instagram and TikTok influencer - you can find him by searching A_Different_Spectrum. He uses his personal journey and unique perspective to educate people nationwide about Autism, Tourettes as well as ADHD. 

In this episode Martin will share about his personal journey with Interoception, breaking certain stereotypes by offering a unique perspective and his future plans as an influencer.

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]]> In this episode (part 2 of 2) we continue with our interview with Martin Moxness. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. Martin is an autistic adult who lives in Denmark and is a successful Instagram and TikTok influencer - you can find him by searching A_Different_Spectrum. He uses his personal journey and unique perspective to educate people nationwide about Autism, Tourettes as well as ADHD. 

In this episode Martin will share about his personal journey with Interoception, breaking certain stereotypes by offering a unique perspective and his future plans as an influencer.

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 1733 2 11 full Ep. 10 A Conversation with Martin Moxness Ep. 10 A Conversation with Martin Moxness https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-10-a-conversation-with-martin-moxness/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-10-a-conversation-with-martin-moxness/#comments Sat, 10 Feb 2024 14:27:49 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/50d392e1-2c83-35c5-8116-0da4219e6261 In this episode (part 1 of 2) we had the pleasure of interviewing Martin Moxness and we are so excited to share it with you. Martin is an autistic adult who lives in Denmark and is a successful Instagram and TikTok influencer. He also has a gift for music and photography. Martin is autistic and uses his platform to raise awareness of Autism, as well as Tourette syndrome and ADHD.

During this conversation we discuss his life, his husband, the struggles he had growing up and what socialization means to him and more!

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]]> In this episode (part 1 of 2) we had the pleasure of interviewing Martin Moxness and we are so excited to share it with you. Martin is an autistic adult who lives in Denmark and is a successful Instagram and TikTok influencer. He also has a gift for music and photography. Martin is autistic and uses his platform to raise awareness of Autism, as well as Tourette syndrome and ADHD.

During this conversation we discuss his life, his husband, the struggles he had growing up and what socialization means to him and more!

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 1660 2 10 full Ep 9 Examples from Episode 8 Ep 9 Examples from Episode 8 https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-9-examples-from-episode-8/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-9-examples-from-episode-8/#comments Thu, 01 Feb 2024 18:02:20 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/ceb05db0-01a0-34d0-94d2-83a2761dedee In this episode we give you a few examples from episode 8 where we talk about the new ideas that we have been discussing on this podcast so far and how difficult it can be to embrace doing something different than what has been done for so many years.

 

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 1171 2 9 full Ep. 8 New Year - New Ideas Ep. 8 New Year - New Ideas https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-8-new-year-new-ideas/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-8-new-year-new-ideas/#comments Thu, 25 Jan 2024 14:55:23 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/c886328d-83b6-3961-bf1c-e968a25cea36 In this episode we talk about the new ideas that we have been discussing on this podcast so far and how difficult it can be to embrace doing something different than what has been done for so many years.

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 906 2 8 full Ep 7. A Conversation with Kim Clairy and her husband William - Part 2 Ep 7. A Conversation with Kim Clairy and her husband William - Part 2 https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/kimandwilliampart2/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/kimandwilliampart2/#comments Thu, 28 Dec 2023 18:34:38 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/7f674aec-e338-3df3-bf34-2db11d6ac5b5 In this episode (Part 2 of 2) we continue our interview with Kim and her husband William. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, start there. Kim is an autistic occupational therapist. She has a passion for educating clinicians and challenging them to look outside the box when working with clients. She uses her personal journey and unique perspective to teach clinicians nationwide about autism, sensory processing disorder, and eating disorders. 

In this episode Kim shares how William supported her in learning about social cues. She also talks about her journey with interoception which helped her to understand herself and her emotions and what she needed in order to learn. She sees it as a foundational skill that needs to be explored by all individuals.  

We also hear about her views on adult autistic people only using “age-appropriate” items or watching “age-appropriate” shows and movies.

 

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]]> In this episode (Part 2 of 2) we continue our interview with Kim and her husband William. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, start there. Kim is an autistic occupational therapist. She has a passion for educating clinicians and challenging them to look outside the box when working with clients. She uses her personal journey and unique perspective to teach clinicians nationwide about autism, sensory processing disorder, and eating disorders. 

In this episode Kim shares how William supported her in learning about social cues. She also talks about her journey with interoception which helped her to understand herself and her emotions and what she needed in order to learn. She sees it as a foundational skill that needs to be explored by all individuals.  

We also hear about her views on adult autistic people only using “age-appropriate” items or watching “age-appropriate” shows and movies.

 

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 2035 1 7 full Ep 6. A Conversation with Kim Clairy and her husband William - Part 1 Ep 6. A Conversation with Kim Clairy and her husband William - Part 1 https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/kimclairypart1/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/kimclairypart1/#comments Tue, 19 Dec 2023 17:06:31 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/2203a3dd-2cac-3b10-be80-898c51ee8a47 In this episode (Part 1 of 2) we had the pleasure of interviewing Kim and her husband William. Kim is an autistic occupational therapist. She has a passion for educating clinicians and challenging them to look outside the box when working with clients. She uses her personal journey and unique perspective to teach clinicians nationwide about autism, sensory processing disorder, and eating disorders. 

Kim and William have a beautiful relationship. In this episode they discuss Kim’s journey discovering her strengths and challenges and eventually receiving a diagnosis of Autism later in life. Kim and William share how they met and how they support each other in their daily lives. 

We also hear about what socializing means to Kim and thinking about “social” from an autistic perspective.  

 

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]]> In this episode (Part 1 of 2) we had the pleasure of interviewing Kim and her husband William. Kim is an autistic occupational therapist. She has a passion for educating clinicians and challenging them to look outside the box when working with clients. She uses her personal journey and unique perspective to teach clinicians nationwide about autism, sensory processing disorder, and eating disorders. 

Kim and William have a beautiful relationship. In this episode they discuss Kim’s journey discovering her strengths and challenges and eventually receiving a diagnosis of Autism later in life. Kim and William share how they met and how they support each other in their daily lives. 

We also hear about what socializing means to Kim and thinking about “social” from an autistic perspective.  

 

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 2175 1 6 full Ep. 5: Interoception - Getting to the Root of Behavior - Trauma Response? - Part 2 Ep. 5: Interoception - Getting to the Root of Behavior - Trauma Response? - Part 2 https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-5-interoception-getting-to-the-root-of-behavior-trauma-response-part-2/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/ep-5-interoception-getting-to-the-root-of-behavior-trauma-response-part-2/#comments Fri, 17 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/453369af-7a00-35c6-8688-aebcb09d20f0 This episode is Part 2 of 2. In these 2 episodes we discuss how individuals developing body awareness through interoception may discover some trauma responses or adaptations that they have. These may be completely unconscious body responses that were created to protect themselves. We continue our trauma or "distress" discussion and talk about the importance of always "seeing" behavior as communication. We share stories of past clients so our listeners have an idea of how autistic individuals can develop trauma responses that look very much like "behaviors". 

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]]> This episode is Part 2 of 2. In these 2 episodes we discuss how individuals developing body awareness through interoception may discover some trauma responses or adaptations that they have. These may be completely unconscious body responses that were created to protect themselves. We continue our trauma or "distress" discussion and talk about the importance of always "seeing" behavior as communication. We share stories of past clients so our listeners have an idea of how autistic individuals can develop trauma responses that look very much like "behaviors". 

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]]> Debbie & Yolandi false No 2063 6 full Ep 4: Interoception - Getting to the Root of Behavior - Trauma Response? - Part 1 Ep 4: Interoception - Getting to the Root of Behavior - Trauma Response? - Part 1 https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/rootofbehaviorpart1/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/rootofbehaviorpart1/#comments Sun, 12 Nov 2023 17:39:23 -0800 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/2636c8c0-0d58-3cc4-9dc2-672dedec603c Listen on Podbean

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]]> This episode is Part 1 of 2. In these 2 episodes we discuss how individuals developing body awareness through interoception may discover some trauma responses or adaptations that they have. These may be completely unconscious body responses that were created to protect themselves. We define what we mean by ”trauma” and the importance of understanding it when learning about oneself. Yolandi shares more about her journey with interoception and what she is discovering! Debbie & Yolandi false No 1062 1 5 full Ep 3: A Conversation with Chloe Rothschild, Autistic Self-Advocate Ep 3: A Conversation with Chloe Rothschild, Autistic Self-Advocate https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/chloerothschild/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/chloerothschild/#comments Fri, 20 Oct 2023 13:29:11 -0700 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/3e93f2b9-3c81-3131-af55-9b143cbd64cf Chloe is a passionate advocate for autism, bringing her unique perspective to the forefront as an Autistic Self-Advocate, Public Speaker, Co-Author, Board Member, and Teacher's Aide. Her mission is clear: to foster understanding and awareness about autism through her experiences and insights.

As a co-author of the "My Interoception Workbook for Teens, Adolescents, and Adults," Chloe has played a pivotal role in providing resources that support those on the autism spectrum. In addition to her writing, Chloe actively contributes to the autism community by serving on the national board of The Arc of the United States and the advisory board of the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI).

Through her multifaceted contributions and experiences, Chloe strives to make the world a more inclusive and understanding place for individuals on the autism spectrum.

Find out more information about Chloe Rothschild at https://www.chloerothschildasd.com/. To find out more about The Premier Autism and Disability Conference that Chloe will be presenting at in November, please visit https://conference.ocali.org/  

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]]> Chloe is a passionate advocate for autism, bringing her unique perspective to the forefront as an Autistic Self-Advocate, Public Speaker, Co-Author, Board Member, and Teacher's Aide. Her mission is clear: to foster understanding and awareness about autism through her experiences and insights.

As a co-author of the "My Interoception Workbook for Teens, Adolescents, and Adults," Chloe has played a pivotal role in providing resources that support those on the autism spectrum. In addition to her writing, Chloe actively contributes to the autism community by serving on the national board of The Arc of the United States and the advisory board of the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI).

Through her multifaceted contributions and experiences, Chloe strives to make the world a more inclusive and understanding place for individuals on the autism spectrum.

Find out more information about Chloe Rothschild at https://www.chloerothschildasd.com/. To find out more about The Premier Autism and Disability Conference that Chloe will be presenting at in November, please visit https://conference.ocali.org/  

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]]> Welcome to the 2nd Episode of the Differences Not Deficits podcast! This episode focuses on explaining why Debbie and Yolandi’s favorite subject includes Interoception, as told through Debbie’s own personal journey. Debbie & Yolandi false No 2471 1 4 full Ep 1: Why this Podcast? Ep 1: Why this Podcast? https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/whythispodcast/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/whythispodcast/#comments Thu, 21 Sep 2023 14:15:57 -0700 DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/20bff452-5ed2-38f9-a2e7-687e6358a8ad Meet your hosts of this Podcast. Learn why Differences NOT Deficits Podcast was created.

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]]> Meet your hosts of this Podcast. Learn why Differences NOT Deficits Podcast was created. Debbie & Yolandi false No 555 1 3 bonus Trailer Trailer https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/differences-not-deficits-trailer/ https://DifferencesNOTDeficits.podbean.com/e/differences-not-deficits-trailer/#comments Wed, 13 Sep 2023 12:12:47 -0700 yolandiz.podbean.com/ed0f1030-a577-3357-811b-8f889776167f  As a speech language pathologist and a behaviorist we have realized that what we have been taught are “deficits” are often just “differences” in neurology. When we approach therapy in this light we learn from our neurodiverse clients every day. We want to empower neurodivergent people and those you care for them by discussing what we are learning and changing in our own therapy.

The Differences Not Deficits podcast aims to be an accepting space to provide education and support to neurodivergent individuals and their support systems.

We’re so excited to share this with you!

]]>  As a speech language pathologist and a behaviorist we have realized that what we have been taught are “deficits” are often just “differences” in neurology. When we approach therapy in this light we learn from our neurodiverse clients every day. We want to empower neurodivergent people and those you care for them by discussing what we are learning and changing in our own therapy.

The Differences Not Deficits podcast aims to be an accepting space to provide education and support to neurodivergent individuals and their support systems.

We’re so excited to share this with you!

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