Recommended Resources for Autistics & ADHDers
I know it’s hard to find vetted resources when you’re suspecting neurodivergence, or maybe you’re newly diagnosed as autistic, ADHD, or AuDHD. It’s annoying how there are so many resources behind a paywall these days so you can’t always be sure something is worth the time and financial investment. So I made a list - a mixture of free and priced resources to make it easy for you. All of the following supported me in the early part of my diagnosis journey. I hope they help you too!
***For transparency: I’m only sharing these direct links because I liked the products. These are not affiliate links, so I don't make a dime. My only intention is to share my tried and true finds with you.***
Take care in slowing down as you digest information from the websites and books below. If you’re like me, you enjoy researching lots of data and then synthesizing it, but this can cause information overload and overwhelm in no time. I invite you to bookmark the resources you’re interested in checking out over the next few months. You could even compile a curriculum or syllabus for your own personal expansion. I also encourage you use your library card or the Libby app to check out these books for free!
We’re all different. I always say if it doesn’t apply, let it fly! I invite you to take what resonates with you and leave all the rest.
Websites & apps:
(free) Therapy for Pet People: A collection of blogs, podcasts, articles, videos, and books about adult ADHD & autism. There are also bonus resources for learning how to navigate and heal from unhealthy family dynamics, pet loss, complex and religious trauma.
(free) Neuroclastic: I received this pdf from the therapist who initially screened me for AuDHD.
(free) Embrace Autism: Variety of blogs and resources, including a number of free autism tests.
(free & in-app purchases) MindNode: A way to organize your thoughts and ideas visually.
(free & in-app purchases) Goblin Tools: Breaks up complex tasks into manageable parts.
Emily Bachardy, LCSW (she/her), Therapist in Virginia Beach, VA specializing in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Trauma and Dissociative Experiences, and Addiction. I also specialize in supporting autistics, ADHDers, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Books at your nearest library or on the Libby app:
Unmasking Autism by Devon Price PhD
How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing by KC Davis LPC
Products:
I hope these resources give you a head start on your journey of self-discovery. I can’t emphasize enough the value of seeing a therapist who shares a similar neurotype to you. AuDHDers tend to have an easier time embracing each other.
I know you’ve been waiting a long time. I invite you to reach out for a free consult for therapy that seeks to understand and support all parts of you.