In this rich and affirming conversation, Tanya sits down with UK-based neurodivergent therapist and community builder Jade Farrington to explore what truly neuroaffirming support looks like. Together, they unpack the harms of the pathology-based model still dominant in therapy and education, and how shifting toward a neurodiversity paradigm can transform identity, healing, and parenting.
You'll hear about Jade’s journey as a late-identified neurodivergent person, the importance of creating spaces for diverse neurodivergent voices, and her incredible collection of free and low-cost resources that support individuals, families, and professionals alike.

✨ Topics include:

• How to spot red flags (and green flags) in therapy

• The power of identity-first language

• Resources for supporting positive autistic identity in young people

• Why Jade’s monthly newsletter is a treasure trove of support

• Creating community through collaboration, not compliance

🔗 Resources mentioned:

• Jade’s Substack Newsletter

• Happy Neurodivergent Christmas Guide

• Neurodivergent Healthcare Passport

• Glimmers Resource (with Teo from Sendwise)

• Exploring Your Neurotype Starter Guide

  
  

  Jade's website: https://jadefarrington.com/

  You can find these and more in Jade's Substack

  Follow Jade on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok

  
  

  Additional Resources:

  
  

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6486ea0c69b5b76396e7d5ca/t/6848339cd5b847639e5e4006/1749562268957/Is+your+provider+neurodiversity+affirming.pdf

https://www.chronicresilienceot.com/blog/neurodiversity-affirming-practice-for-mental-health

https://divergentdialogues.substack.com/p/demystifying-therapy-a-neurodivergent

https://www.facebook.com/100064806159710/posts/1116701613833367/

https://nait.scot/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NAIT-Key-Messages-for-Neuro-affirming-Health-Practitioners-Adults-2025.pdf

Kieran Rose: https://theautisticadvocate.com/

Grove Autistic Community: https://www.gr0ve.org/

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