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Oct 2023
1h 3m

Strengths Based Diagnostics & "The Legen...

Meg Ferrell
About this episode
In this episode, Autistic psychology practitioner Matt Lowry helps us dive into what a strengths-based diagnostics process looks like for autism, and the incredible difference this can make. We also explore what parents and other professionals should look for to find a neurodiversity-affirming evaluator when making a referral. And Matt reads us a story that ... Show More
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