The Diverse Mind Coach

May Diwali bring you joy, peace and wellbeing!

o you provide services to people with neurodivergent identities in the UAE?

I am creating a directory of neuroaffirming practitioners across all support fields, in the UAE.

Neuro affirming practice means that you believe in a strengths and rights-based approach to neurotype differences and aim to provide support and adaptations that affirm the person’s neurodivergent identity. This is rather than thinking that we need to fix a person or cure them of their neurotype.
Please complete the form and I will be in touch to confirm details.

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I have been licensed to teach the course since August, but the weekly meetings have been continuing and also weekly study material. Last week was the final week with study material and we only have a few more Wednesday evening sessions of 'Being With' each other left. I'm already starting to feel the gap it's going to leave.

To say it's been an amazing experience doesn't really explain it. It has totally infused every part of my personal and professional life. I had knowledge of relational neuroscience from a largely theoretical standpoint previously. Being a participant in this course has allowed me to fully embody this knowledge and apply it to EVERYTHING - this gives you a very compassionate perspective on the world - a lens to see yourself and others through. As Robyn says "How you see people, changes people."

I will greatly miss these weekly online gatherings and the sense of community they have provided. I am hoping that they will still happen from time to time as I have learned so much from listening and absorbing.

The course is already full booked for next year but Robyn has lot's of amazing free resources on her site as well as weekly podcasts, and a book.

Being With An Immersive and holistic 12-month program where you’ll become solidly anchored into the science of relationship and stuff your tool-box with tools that will help even the families with kids with the biggest behaviors, all while safely exploring your inner world.

Come and join us! WhatsApp me and I can add you to the group chat.

I am pretty new to Instagram and just trying to figure it out! If anyone would like to follow me on that platform here is the link and the QR code.

Any pointers on how to improve and attract followers gratefully received.

https://www.instagram.com/thediversemindcoach/

In today’s information-rich world, the constant flow of data, notifications, and stimuli can pose significant challenges, especially for neurodivergent individuals.

People with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other neurodivergent conditions are often more sensitive to environmental input, making the modern landscape particularly overwhelming.

Here's how this fast-paced, information-heavy environment can become a potential danger for neurodivergent brains.

Parent Support Group
Weekly drop-in sessions on Tuesdays 8.30-10am.
50 dhs to include refreshments.

Feeling the need to connect?
Whether you're navigating typical parenting challenges
or supporting a neurodivergent child, we’re here for you!

Join us for refreshments and open conversations
in a safe, welcoming space

Find your tribe—a community that understands and supports you
Let’s talk, share, and grow together - you’re not alone!

We have been meeting for about a year. All ND adults are welcome. The only cost is for whatever you choose to order.

A date to put in your calendars! Neurodiversity Celebration week will happen in March 2025 - from 17th - 23rd

To find out about events and get involved go to the website.

Neurodiversity Celebration Week Neurodiversity Celebration Week aims to bring about worldwide neurodiversity acceptance, equality and inclusion in schools and workplaces.

Analytical vs. Gestalt Language Processing: What It Means and Why It Matters for All Types of Brains

Language processing isn’t one-size-fits-all. People process language in two main ways: analytical and gestalt. While many are familiar with the analytical process, where language is learned word-by-word, gestalt language processors (GLPs) learn in chunks. This method applies to both neurotypical (NT) and neurodivergent (ND) individuals.

Analytical processors break language down into individual words before building sentences. In contrast, GLPs learn phrases or "gestalts" as whole units, often tied to emotional or contextual meaning. Over time, these larger chunks break down into smaller parts, allowing for the creation of self-generated language.

One key aspect of gestalt processing is echolalia, often misunderstood as mere stimming. However, for GLPs, echolalia serves as functional communication. Early on, GLPs repeat phrases (from media, conversations, etc.) to convey emotions. These phrases are not easily deconstructed right away, but as GLPs move through the Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) framework, they start mixing and matching phrases, gradually forming flexible, original sentences. The NLA framework helps guide GLPs from echolalia to self-directed, spontaneous language, using a strengths-based, child-led approach.

Understanding whether someone processes language analytically or gesturally is vital, particularly for ND individuals. Applying traditional language strategies meant for analytical processors to GLPs can be ineffective because they process language as emotional units rather than individual words.

By recognizing these differences and offering tailored support, we can nurture communication development in both NT and ND individuals, celebrating the natural diversity in language learning.