NeuroSpark Health Blog

Dr. Rayne Palombit is a clinical psychologist specializing in providing affirming services to individuals with intersecting marginalized identities.

We’re hiring psychologists licensed in Louisiana for remote autism and ADHD assessments. Join our neurodiversity-affirming team.

Apply for a PSYPACT psychologist therapy role at NeuroSpark Health and deliver affirming, virtual support for neurodivergent adults in multiple states.

We’re hiring psychologists licensed in New Mexico for adult autism and ADHD assessments. Remote role with flexible hours and affirming values.

Gender expectations often limit women in the workplace. Neurodivergent women face extra challenges navigating leadership roles and office chores.

Autistic adults often need therapy to heal from trauma and burnout, not to fix who they are, but to support who they’ve always been.

Autistic girls and women are often overlooked, as interests like animals or books are mistaken for typical traits instead of signs of neurodivergence.

NeuroSpark Health is celebrating Pride by amplifying the voices of neurodivergent LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse community members, like Fawn Spark.

Self-acceptance is an ongoing cycle for neurodivergent people. Learn how I navigate autism, identity, and the emotional shifts that come with this journey.

Therapist Vanessa Quinn shares her journey as a queer neurodivergent business owner, and why community, pride, and authenticity matter more than ever.

Reflections on being a woman with autism, the challenges faced, and the importance of supporting one another. A personal take on Women’s History Month.

Language matters in the neurodivergent community. Learn why certain terms harm and how shifting from acceptance to appreciation can foster real change.

Late-diagnosed autistic adults can find belonging and self-acceptance. Discover how self-identification leads to authenticity, connection, and mental well-being.

Felíz Felix, a queer neurodivergent comedian, shares her journey, struggles with ADHD, and the importance of authenticity, humor, and community

RFK Jr’s autism registry raises privacy and ethical concerns. Learn about the risks and why the autistic community demands transparency and consent.

Not sure if you need an adult autism diagnosis or ADHD evaluation? This guide walks through the benefits, concerns, and what support is available either way.

If you suspect demand avoidance, PDA, or a drive for autonomy impacts your life, NeuroSpark Health is here to support you.

Discover why autistic clients benefit from autistic therapists. Learn how lived experience enhances therapy for neurodivergent individuals seeking support.

Autism diagnostic criteria for adults explained—what DSM-5-TR criteria mean in real life and why they don’t always capture lived experience.

Late-diagnosed with autism or ADHD? Our AuDHD team shares advice, insights, and what they wish they’d known about masking, burnout, and identity.

Information about Good Faith Estimates (GFEs), including your rights under the No Surprises Act and what to expect for psychotherapy service costs.

Late-identified and neurodivergent, Cat Salladin offers affirming coaching for those who feel misunderstood, burnt out, or ready to be seen.

Laurel Alexander, LCSW is a late-diagnosed AuDHD therapist offering affirming care for neurodivergent adults healing from trauma.

Queer, late-identified, and proudly neurodefiant, Jennifer Alumbaugh helps neurodivergent adults reclaim identity, rest, and radical self-worth.

Lex Curry, LCSW is a queer, trans, autistic therapist offering affirming care for folks exploring identity, unmasking, and nontraditional relationships.

A late-diagnosed neurodivergent psychologist, Dr. Rachel Steinberg helps others find clarity and self-compassion through affirming assessment.

Dr. Bree McDaniel is a queer, neurodivergent psychologist offering warm, affirming care rooted in relational, intersectional, and justice-based values.

Jaylyn Shifrin, PhD offers affirming, culturally informed autism and ADHD assessments rooted in lived experience and clinical expertise.

Dr. Shay Selden is a licensed psychologist specializing in queer, trans, and neurodivergent care—rooted in relational, affirming, and anti-oppressive practice.

Dr. Autumn Soliz is a licensed psychologist and late-identified neurodivergent adult who helps others build strengths-based, authentic lives.

Dani Rodwell, LCSW is a clinical social worker and ADHD/autism expert bringing neurodivergent insight, compassion, and real-world strategies.

Julie Landry, PsyD, ABPP is a board-certified psychologist and autism/ADHD expert with lived experience as a late-identified neurodivergent adult.

What does ADHD really look like in adults? We break down the ADHD diagnostic criteria with real-life examples from a neurodivergent lens.

The MIGDAS-2 autism assessment is a strength-based, affirming interview that helps adults finally see their true neurodivergent identity.

Our DIVA-5 ADHD assessment for adults offers clarity, context, and compassion—real examples, lived experience, and affirming insight.

All NeuroSpark Health services are out-of-network. We’ll explain what that means and how to file for possible insurance reimbursement.

Our favorite autism books, websites, and tools personally recommended by our neurodivergent team to support your journey.

A curated collection of ADHD resources for adults, including websites, books, and podcasts grounded in lived experience and affirming support.

Explore affirming PDA resources made with adults in mind. Books, websites, and guides that center autonomy, not control.

Uplifting Black Autistic voices through books, blogs, and media. Centering lived experience, identity, and intersectionality.

Affirming LGBTQ+ and neuroqueer resources that reflect the full spectrum of identity, expression, and lived experience.

A curated list of workplace resources supporting autistic adults, inclusive employment practices, and ND-affirming accommodations.

Neurodivergent relationships deserve support too. Find resources on communication, love, and connection that honor your wiring.

Inclusive therapy directories to help you find affirming, identity-aware therapists who understand neurodivergence, culture, and lived experience.