Hi! I’m Adelle, the clinical psychologist behind Neurodivergent Ally.

NeurodivergentAlly is home to the popular card decks Spoon Thieves, Spoon Savers, and ND me. You can check them out here

As a clinical psychologist, my work consists primarily of autism and ADHD assessments and therapeutic supports for my wonderful AuDHD (Autistic and ADHD) clients, and is what fuels my passion for creating change. Neurodivergent Ally came about because I was frustrated by the lack of neuro-affirming resources for therapists, schools, and families.

Being affirming means that autism, ADHD, and other forms of neurodivergence are understood as different brain styles, rather than disorders. Neurodiversity-affirming approaches build understanding, acceptance, and recognition of unique support needs of autistic and ADHD individuals (as well as our strengths), and places responsibility on our communities (rather than individuals) to change.

Although my resources were originally designed for other therapists, they are suited to a rich variety of applications and environments. Since their release in 2022, I have received positive feedback from AuDHD individuals, families, teachers, and support providers, as well as glowing reports from the therapists and other health professionals for whom they were originally designed! And, in case you were wondering, the answer is ‘Yes’ - I am also AuDHD. Follow me on Instagram or Facebook to learn more about me and the work that I do.

At their core, the Neurodivergent Ally resources are about helping Autistic people and ADHD-ers (and those who support them), to understand and communicate about their neurotypes and needs, so that they can achieve a positive sense of self-worth, and access appropriate supports. Our resources are informed by the Neurodiversity-Affirming Paradigm, the Social Model of Disability, and Spoon Theory (by Christine Miserandino). Because we experience traits and challenges within a spectrum (think colour-wheel, not linear), resources may be used across the age span, depending on individual needs.

Within Australia, prices include postage. International orders will incur a shipping fee at checkout. Digital resources are emailed to you immediately after purchase. Please save them somewhere safe, as links expire within 24 hours. All resources are intended for individual use only, or in therapeutic or school settings. Please do not share digital resources, as this equates to theft.  See the terms and conditions page for more information