Autism in Polyvagal Terms with Dr. Sean Inderbitzen (283)

Autism in Polyvagal Terms with Dr. Sean Inderbitzen (283)

This episode challenges what you thought you knew about autism, attachment, and empathy

Join Sue Marriott and Dr. Sean Inderbitzen – an autistic psychotherapist and advocate for neurodiversity – as he shares his powerful personal and professional journey in understanding autism. Together, they explore the evolution of autism diagnosis, the intersections between attachment and neurodivergence, and how polyvagal theory can both illuminate and complicate the autistic experience. Dr. Inderbitzen offers insights on self-diagnosis, identity formation, and what truly person-centered therapy looks like for autistic individuals. This conversation highlights the central role of trust, safety, and authentic connection in helping neurodivergent clients thrive.

“…Autism in Polyvagal Terms… is about giving people the tools they need, specifically giving therapists the tools they need to help autistic clients with a lens that really familiar with.” – Sean Inderbitzen, DSW, LCSW Time Stamps for Autism in Polyvagal Terms with Dr. Sean Inderbitzen (283)

01:43 Understanding Autism: A personal journey
03:38 Defining Autism: Perspectives and misconceptions
07:11 The evolution of autism diagnosis
11:31 The debate on ‘disorder’ in autism
24:59 Neuroaffirming Therapy: What does it mean?
31:21 Heart rate variability and autism
37:27 Understanding attachment and autism
41:24 The complexity of autism and parenting
44:09 Navigating the ethical quandaries in autism care
57:28 Upcoming events and future works

About our Guest – Sean M. Inderbitzen, DSW, LCSW

Sean M. Inderbitzen, DSW, LCSW, an autistic psychotherapist and researcher through Mayo Clinic Health System. He regularly trains healthcare professionals to be more confident when working with people on the spectrum.

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