“Let Them Try”: Catherine Hallam on Supporting Neurodivergent Strengths
Episode 1: “Let Them Try”: Supporting Neurodivergent Strengths with Catherine Hallam
What’s Inside This Episode
What’s Inside This Episode
Catherine Hallam joins us to share her powerful dual perspective—as a therapist and as a parent of two neurodivergent children. From creating a sensory-friendly counseling space to empowering families navigating new diagnoses, Catherine breaks down how small shifts in mindset can unlock big possibilities. She also opens up about raising neurodivergent kids, working as a professor, and the value of letting go of old expectations so new strengths can emerge.
Episode Highlights
This week we talk about:
How Catherine’s personal and professional experiences shape her inclusive therapy model
Why creating sensory-adaptable environments builds safer therapeutic experiences
How non-speaking individuals can thrive with alternative modes of communication
The importance of regulating both the child and the caregiver in therapy
Strategies for helping future therapists understand neurodivergent needs
Why saying “yes” to a child’s hyperfixation can unlock their confidence (yes, even indoor skydiving!)
The balance between planning and flexibility as a neurodivergent family
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