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Neurodivergent Clinician

Hi. I’m Dr. Neff.

I am a neurodivergent (Autistic-ADHD) psychologist, parent, and educator.

I create mental health and wellness resources with the neurodivergent person in mind.

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Blogs

Is There Really an Autism Epidemic? Understanding the Rise in Diagnoses with Historical and Human Context
A digital graphic titled "The Two Forms of Self-Care (and Why One Might Not Be Enough)" features a minimalist design with a blue border. In the center, there is a playful illustration of a green frog lounging in a pink bathtub filled with bubbles, holding a drink in one hand and looking relaxed. In the top right corner, the text "Guest Post Dr. Dan Wendler" is displayed. The bottom left corner features the "Neurodivergent Insights" logo. The color palette consists of calming blues, pinks, and greens, creating a soothing and inviting visual.
The Two Forms of Self-Care (and Why One Might Not Be Enough)
Rupture and Repair: Finding our Way Back to Connection with image of two women holding on another and neurodivergent Insights branding.
Rupture & Repair – Finding Our Way Back to Connection
Neurodivergent Notes: We Are Wired for Connection
Reclaiming Your Attention: Navigating the Micro and Macro Pulls of the Attention Economy
Brain Priming and Neural Associations: How Your Environment Shapes Behavior
Toward and Away Moves: A Neurodivergent Approach to Values-Based Choices
Fresh Starts and New Year’s Resolutions: A Values-Based Approach to Fresh Starts
Navigating Clashing Values and Needs During the Holiday Season
Setting Boundaries as a Neurodivergent Person: Why It’s Hard and How to Honor Your Needs
Mindful Self-Care: How to Build Self-Care Practices That Serve You
The Hidden Struggles of the Holiday Season
Living Well with Worry: Embracing Presence and Pleasure
The Case for “Worrying Well” over “Not Worrying”
Managing the Stress of Uncertainty: Insights from Uncertainty Management Theory
ADHD: Difference, Disability, or Both?
Compensation Strategies vs. Accommodations: Navigating ADHD Support
ADHD: Difference, Disability, or Both?
From ADHD Masking to Self-Monitoring: How to Shift from Shame to Agency
Object-Based Vs. Social Based Conversations
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Misdiagnosis Monday

Decoding PTSD: A Visual Guide to Understanding the DSM-5
What is the Difference Between Bipolar 1 and Bipolar 2?
DSM 5 Bipolar 2 Disorder Criteria
DSM 5 Bipolar 1 Disorder Criteria
Exploring OCD vs OCPD and Distinguishing Features
Anorexia vs. ARFID: Do You Know the Critical Variances?
Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder vs. Autism
What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, and Autism
Is it ADHD or Autism? (Or Both)
ADHD vs OCD
ADHD vs. Bipolar
DSM-5 Criteria for Borderline Personality Disorder
DSM-5 Criteria for ADHD Explained (In Picture Form)
DSM-5 Criteria for Autism Explained (In Picture Form)
Social Anxiety Explained (in picture form)
ADHD-Autism-OCD
Autism Misdiagnosis Monday Series
Autism and Bipolar
ADHD Misdiagnosis Monday Series
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Neurodivergent Resources

Digital Workbooks and E-books

Autism Burnout
Spoon theory
Sensory regulation
Digital Downloads

Autism Infographics

Toward and Away Moves: A Neurodivergent Approach to Values-Based Choices
Fresh Starts and New Year’s Resolutions: A Values-Based Approach to Fresh Starts
Navigating Clashing Values and Needs During the Holiday Season
Setting Boundaries as a Neurodivergent Person: Why It’s Hard and How to Honor Your Needs
Mindful Self-Care: How to Build Self-Care Practices That Serve You
Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder vs. Autism
Neurodivergent Insights In Review: Roundup of 7 most popular ADHD and Autism Blog Posts
Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, and Autism
Is it ADHD or Autism? (Or Both)
How are Autism and Trauma Related?
DSM-5 Criteria for Autism Explained (In Picture Form)
ADHD-Autism-OCD
A clean, minimalist design featuring the title "Managing Burnout with Rest and Pleasure" in dark blue text. The main illustration shows a person lying on their side in a relaxed pose, wearing blue clothing with striped socks, listening to something through earbuds. Decorative curved line elements in pink and blue appear in the top left and bottom right corners. The Neurodivergent Insights logo is positioned in the bottom left.
Managing Burnout with Rest and Pleasure
Autism Awareness Special Edition: BIPoC and Autism
Autism Screeners: Children’s Edition
Autism Awareness Special Edition: Understanding the Intersection of Autism and Trans Experiences
Autism Awareness Special Edition: The Invisible End of the Spectrum – Girls and Women
Grieving an Autism Diagnosis: Reflections of an Autistic Clinician
Autism and Bipolar
Autism and Sexual Diversity
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