Rachel Morgan-Trimmer is one of the UK's best known neurodiversity experts. She wrote the book How to be autistic, and had her work published in national and international publications. We ended up having an interesting discussion where we talked about both neurodiversity in the workplace as well as a broader conversation about privilege and class and how that can affect autistic people.

You will learn:

• How class and privilege affect autistic people
• Why it’s important to be open to people
• What job-carving is and how it can help your career
• Plus, learn what Rachel’s special interest is!

Follow-up Questions:

• What is one way you can be more open to people and new perspectives?
• What is one thing you can do at work to tailor your job to yourself?
• What are some tiny steps you can take towards a goal?

Guest Bio:

Rachel is one of the UK's best known neurodiversity experts. Described as passionate, funny and inspirational, she talks authentically about the strengths and challenges faced by people like her. A successful entrepreneur, she set up her first company at the age of 30, which helped over a million people, while suffering from severe mental health issues. After discovering she is autistic and has ADHD, she founded her 5-star rated consultancy Firebird to train organisations on inclusion.

Rachel has authored the ground-breaking book How to be autistic, and produced an award-winning poster. She's had her work published in the national and international press, in various books, and in peer-reviewed academic journals. She's a TEDx speaker, and delivers keynotes at international conferences. She founded AuDHD Day to raise awareness of people like her, with autism and ADHD together, and is currently working on an innovative documentary. Rachel is also learning sign language, raising a family, developing a micro-farm and writes comedy. She is passionate about building a more inclusive world, and supports neurodivergent adults and parents in her free time.

Links:

• askfirebird.com
• howtobeautistic.com

Dr. Theresa Regan is an adult neuropsychologist and host of the podcast Autism in the Adult. We had an interesting conversation that drew from her background as a certified autism specialist as well as her personal experiences.

You will learn:

• The challenges of explaining autism
• How to be a detective of your autistic behaviors
• Tips for taking care of yourself
• Plus, learn what Dr. Regan’s special interest is!

Follow-up Questions:

• Spend some time being a detective and investigate your behaviors. What are you doing, and how do you feel about it?
• What physical inputs can you use to regulate yourself?
• What have you done to take care of yourself today?

Guest Bio:

Dr. Theresa Regan is an adult neuropsychologist specializing in the complex relationships between brain function, thinking skills, behavioral patterns, emotion, and personality. A certified autism specialist and mother of an autistic young adult, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work.

Dr. Regan is the founder and director of a diagnostic autism clinic serving individuals ages 14 to 90, where she has conducted more than 1,000 adult autism evaluations. She is the author of Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults and Understanding Autistic Behaviors, two foundational texts widely used by clinicians, families, and autistic adults seeking clarity and support.

She is also the creator and host of the podcast Autism in Adults, which offers education, insight, and practical strategies to a global audience. In addition to her writing and clinical work, Dr. Regan develops comprehensive educational courses for autistic adults, their families and support systems, and healthcare professionals. These offerings can be found through her website, adultandgeriatricautism.com, as well as the Zur Institute.

Dr. Regan provides video-based clinical services for autistic adults and their families, and offers professional consultation for clinicians seeking guidance in assessment, diagnosis, and neurodiversity-informed care. Her mission is to expand accurate understanding of autism in adulthood and promote compassionate, evidence-based support across the lifespan.

Links:

• http://adultandgeriatricautism.com/
• Podcast: Autism in the Adult
• Zur Institute
• MHz’s collection of TV mysteries

Questions? Comments? Feedback? Email me at kevin@workingclassautistic.com