Episode 525: Patrick Casale on Considerations for Diagnosing Neurodivergence in our Current Context

by Evan Dumas | Jul 10, 2025 | Clinician Resources, Podcasts

We discuss:

The current social and political context that is causing concern for neurodivergent people and their loved ones
Client self-determination in determining if diagnosis goes into their medical record
The benefits of having a diagnosis on the record
The risks of having a diagnosis on the record
How to educate and support clients making decisions around diagnosis
Co-occurring disorders that may apply to help secure accommodations for clients
Ethical considerations around diagnoses
Patrick’s two upcoming trainings with PCT on creating a neurodivergent private practice and creating a neurodivergent affirming group practice