47. From Pathology to Power: Understanding Your Factory Settings with Brittany Soltani OTR/L

47. From Pathology to Power: Understanding Your Factory Settings with Brittany Soltani OTR/L

In this episode, Sam sits down with Brittany Soltani, an ADHD occupational therapist turned coach and founder of NeuroAuthentiq to explore what it means to live authentically as a neurodivergent adult. Brittany shares her unique blend of lived experience and professional expertise, offering insights on unmasking, embracing sensitivities, and reimagining environments to honor human needs.

Key Topics Discussed:

  • The difference between pathologizing and embracing neurodivergence
  • Why questioning your environment is more important than questioning your sanity
  • Sensory processing: understanding and harnessing your “factory settings”
  • The power of body doubling and community for executive functioning
  • How solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) can help neurodivergent adults move forward
  • The importance of strengths-based approaches and rethinking “normal”
  • Navigating societal expectations, routines, and the myth of the “perfect” way to be
  • The impact of technology, community, and local environments on well-being


Connect with Brittany:
Website

Connect with Sam on IG: @sammib.nutrition

Want to work with a neuro-affirming dietitian? Click here to learn more about working with Sam or her team


Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. This episode is not replacement for individualized care from a registered dietitian or other medical professional.

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