In this episode of TELOS: A Neurodiversity Conversation, host Aeris sits down with Shellee Howard, a college planning expert who has spent years helping families find schools that fit both their students' needs and financial realities. Together, they unpack one of the biggest — and most under-discussed — transitions in a neurodivergent student's life: the leap from high school to college.

The episode also dives into what makes a college application genuinely memorable, why the "right path" doesn't have to be linear (gap years, community college, and reduced course loads included), and common mistakes well-meaning parents make during the planning process.

A hopeful, practical conversation for any student or family preparing for what comes after high school.

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In this episode of TELOS: A Neurodiversity Conversation, host Aeris sits down with Lawrence C. Harris — a youth empowerment speaker who draws from his own lived experience with autism and trauma to help teens and young adults build self-worth and take ownership of their futures.

The conversation offers insights into how young people can begin to recognize their own strengths after years of having their struggles pointed out. A hopeful, grounded, and deeply human conversation about healing, identity, and building a life rooted in self-worth rather than self-doubt.

In this episode, Dr. Randolph B. Schiffer delves into the transformative power of storytelling as a crucial tool for understanding and addressing fear, particularly in neurodivergent children.

Through heartfelt personal anecdotes and expert insights, Dr. Schiffer emphasizes the significance of resilience, honesty, and courage in childhood development.  

For more information, visit randolphbschiffer.com. 

This episode of TELOS explores the often overlooked neurodevelopmental condition FASD, its invisibility, challenges in diagnosis, and the importance of understanding its impact on individuals and society.

In this eye-opening episode, Patti Kasper reveals how FASD often goes unnoticed, misunderstood, and misdiagnosed, perpetuating stigma and leaving countless adults without support or recognition.

If you’re a parent, teacher, clinician, or advocate, understanding FASD’s true scope is crucial — the more you know, the better you can support those affected, reduce stigma, and foster real inclusion.

FASD, neurodiversity, prenatal alcohol exposure, diagnosis, stigma, brain-based understanding, advocacy

Most neurodivergent people have felt misunderstood by traditional therapy—until now.

In this eye-opening episode of TELOS, Ed Chen reveals how Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) transforms emotional overwhelm into practical resilience for neurodiverse minds.

If you've ever struggled with intense feelings, rigid thinking, or feeling invalidated, this episode is your guide to understanding and harnessing those experiences instead of fighting them.

DBT, neurodiversity, emotional regulation, mental health, therapy, ADHD, autism, validation, dialectics

Most parents feel overwhelmed trying to fix their child's behaviour without understanding what it truly communicates.

Gabriele Nicolet, a parent coach and speech-language pathologist, unveils how shifting from control to connection transforms family dynamics. In this episode, you’ll discover why behaviours like meltdowns and refusals are actually signals of internal chaos and unmet needs, especially for neurodivergent children.

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This episode of TELOS explores how dyslexia shapes cognitive styles, problem-solving, and leadership, challenging traditional perceptions and highlighting its potential as a gift.

Guest David Murin shares personal stories, scientific insights, and practical advice for neurodiverse individuals.

Whether you're seeking guidance through therapy podcasts or looking for inspiration from a personal growth podcast for teens, our episodes offer valuable perspectives. Tune in for engaging disability podcast interviews that highlight diverse voices and stories. This is your go-to mental health podcast for understanding and growth.

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In one of the most important mental health podcast conversations we’ve had on TELOS, Aeris sits down with Vincent Hazenboom — whose journey through addiction, emotional awakening, and heart-led masculinity offers a mental health perspective into what it means to be a sensitive man in a culture that equates strength with emotional suppression.

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In this interview, Aeris is joined by Dr. Lisa Riegel. With over 25 years of experience helping schools shift from compliance-based culture to sustainable engagement, Dr. Riegel applies practical neuroscience to real-world educational challenges — making this a must-listen mental health podcast for young adults, educators, and anyone invested in neuro-affirming learning environments.

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In this episode of TELOS: A Neurodiversity Conversation — a mental health lived experience podcast and personal growth podcast for teens and young adults — host Aeris sits down with Gazit Chaya Nkosi, a nervous system educator, for a deep-dive disability podcast interview exploring the intersections of high sensitivity, trauma, giftedness, and masking.

This therapy-informed conversation is perfect for anyone seeking a mental health podcast for young adults that goes beyond surface-level advice. Whether you're a teen navigating neurodivergence or an adult on a personal growth journey, this episode offers understanding, compassion, and practical insight into neurodivergent experiences, bodily awareness, and building a life worth living that honours individual differences.

A must-listen teen mental health podcast episode for anyone curious about nervous system regulation, somatic work, and the lived realities of being neurocomplex.

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