The one where there aren't enough of us - S1-Ep24

Hey there my electric meatball friends, you have arrived at the end of season one of the My Neurodivergent Life Podcast. 

I’m a child that grew up on American sitcoms, and their seasons are usually 24 episodes, I can’t help but follow that rule.  Gabby and I reflect briefly on what we’ve learned this season, and I reveal something I never ever thought I would do again in a million years.  Really. 

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Keywords - neurodivergent, counseling, mental health, education, therapy, podcast, personal growth, adult education, acting, community

 

 

Summary

 

In this final episode of the first season of the My Neurodivergent Podcast, hosts Rick MacIvor and Gabby Nistico reflect on their journey, discussing the importance of understanding neurodivergence, the need for more neurodivergent counselors, and the challenges of adult education. They explore the intersection of acting and counseling, emphasizing the shared skills in understanding human behavior. The episode concludes with excitement for the future and the upcoming second season.

 

 

Takeaways

 

The podcast has been a great learning experience.

Neurodivergence is not a trend; it's a long-standing reality.

Every great mind in history has been neurodivergent.

There is a significant shortage of counselors in the mental health field.

Access to mental health professionals is a global issue.

Only a few educational programs specialize in neurodivergence.

The need for neurodivergent counselors is critical.

Adult education systems can be outdated and cumbersome.

The intersection of acting and counseling reveals shared skills.

The hosts are excited for the future of the podcast.

 

Sound bites

"It has been a great learning experience."

"Why can't I just show up and learn?"

"There's a lot of heavy gatekeeping."

 

 

Chapters

00:00 Reflections on Season One

02:50 The Journey to Counseling

05:52 The Need for Neurodivergent Counselors

08:51 Educational Gaps in Neurodivergent Therapy

11:47 The Challenges of Adult Education

14:44 The Intersection of Acting and Counseling

17:34 Looking Ahead to Season Two