by Sarah Long | Feb 13, 2026 | All Posts, Assessment, Neurodivergence, Sarah Long
When ADHD Isn’t Clear: How Collaborative Assessment Helps Dr. Sarah Long Introduction: When the Answer Isn’t Obvious In Part 1, we explored why attention and executive functioning difficulties aren’t always caused by ADHD. We reviewed common ADHD mimickers — including...
by AJ Grovert | Feb 2, 2026 | AJ Grovert, All Posts, Neurodivergence
Explaining Autism to Your Child with Higher Support Needs Simple ways to speak truth, build trust, and honor who they are Dr. AJ Grovert When your child receives an autism diagnosis, your first instinct might be to protect them. Especially if your child has higher...
by Sarah Long | Jan 16, 2026 | All Posts, Assessment, Neurodivergence, Sarah Long, Trauma Recovery
Is It ADHD or Something Else? Understanding ADHD Mimickers Dr. Sarah Long At The Catalyst Center, we often work with individuals and families who are trying to understand whether ADHD is truly the best explanation for attention and executive functioning challenges —...
by Cory Degnen | Nov 5, 2025 | All Posts, Cory Degnen, Neurodivergence, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy
Living in a world designed for neurotypical minds can be deeply challenging for autistic and neurodivergent individuals. Many people on the spectrum experience chronic stress, exhaustion, and emotional pain from trying to fit in, often without the understanding or...
by AJ Grovert | Oct 30, 2025 | AJ Grovert, All Posts, Neurodivergence
The Noise of Disinformation and the Human Cost In the immediate aftermath of yet another profoundly unscientific and harmful declaration from the United States Department of Health and Human Services about Autism Spectrum Disorder, my phone was buzzing relentlessly....
by AJ Grovert | Jul 7, 2025 | AJ Grovert, All Posts, Assessment, Neurodivergence
If you’re an adult who’s ever quietly wondered, Could I be autistic?, you’re not alone, and you’re not imagining it. For many people, especially women, LGBTQ+ folks, and people who’ve learned to mask well, the signs of autism weren’t recognized...
