The Face Place Podcast

Neurodiversity Explained with Kimberley Howard


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Kimberley Howard is an Occupational Therapist and founder of Creativity and Beyond Occupational Therapy based in Mackay, Queensland. She has a strong passion for working with families with young children, finding ways to help get the most out of daily life, strengthen the family unit and build connection with the community. As an Occupational Therapist, Kim understands the lifelong skills that can be acquired through effective therapy and takes pride in offering a high quality service to all families she works with.


We dive into:

  • Correct use of the terms neurodiverse, neurodiversity and neurodivergent

  • The differences between neurotypical and neurodivergent brains

  • Dental experiences for neurodivergent people


Resources:

  • Yellow Lady Bugs

  • SGR Occupational Therapy

  • Lived Experience Educator

  • Onwards and Upwards Psychology

  • Neuro Wild

  • Neuroinclusion

  • Square Me, Round World

  • Hi, This is Me! Social Journal


BONUS: Health Professional Resource


Work with Mel at The Face Place:

Free downloads: https://www.thefaceplaceofm.com.au/parent-resources 

Oral Health Consultations: https://www.thefaceplaceofm.com.au/online-oral-health-services 

Social media handle: @thefaceplace_oht


Connect with Kimberley here: 

Website: https://www.creativityandbeyondot.com/

Social media handle: @creativityandbeyondot

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