Advocating for an Affirming Approach to Neurodiversity with Author and Therapist Sam Marion MSW LCSW
Advocating for an Affirming Approach to Neurodiversity with Author and Therapist Sam Marion MSW LCSW  
Podcast: Talks with Dr Shafer
Published On: Tue Jul 09 2024
Description: Advocating for an Affirming Approach to Neurodiversity with Author and Therapist Sam Marion MSW LCSW On today's inspiring episode of Talks with Dr Shafer, Dr Shafer hosts Special Guest Sam Marion, a licensed clinical social worker and author of the book Embracing All Brains. Sam Marion discusses neurodiversity and the importance of affirming and supporting individuals with neurodivergent traits. Dr Shafer and Sam Marion explore the need for a shift in perspective from a deficit-based approach to one that recognizes and celebrates differences. Sam emphasizes the importance of regulation, flexibility,  autonomy and individualized support in educational settings as well as in parenting and other relationships. Sam highlights the significance of representation and empowerment for neurodivergent individuals. Sam Marion's book, Embracing All Brains, serves as a guide for becoming a neurodivergent-affirming educator. Marion encourages parents to provide opportunities for their children to make choices and have control over their own lives.  Thank you to our Special Guest, Sam Marion, Sam Marion, MSW, LCSW. Sam Marion is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker living just outside of Atlanta, Georgia.  Sam Marion's educational background as a social worker combined with advanced trainings in neurodivergence, trauma, and executive functioning all influence his  work as a therapist, consultant, speaker, coach, content creator, and author.  Learn More about Sam Marion at:  www.neurodivergentspot.com www.sammarion.com Social Media Handles:  Instagram: @sammarioncounseling Instagram: @neurodivergentspot TikTok: @sammarioncounseling We Hope You Enjoy Today’s Powerful Episode. Please Like And Subscribe To Get The Next Inspiring, Growth-Focused Episode Of Talks With Dr Shafer, And Comment, Follow And Rate The Podcast To Help Spread Dr Shafer's Message Of Growth, Healing, And Reclaiming Your Story To As Many People As Possible! #talkswithdrshafer #sammarion #theneurodivergentspot #neurodiversity #adhd #autism #podcast #author  Talks with Dr Shafer is hosted by Neurologist, Mom, Life Coach, Musician and Author Shafer Stedron, MD, who is passionate about storytelling as a tool to help reclaim your story  and create your most beautiful future.  You can learn more about Dr Shafer on her website, ⁠⁠www.drshaferstedronova.com⁠⁠,  and follow Talks with Dr Shafer on Facebook @TalkswithDrShafer, Instagram @talks_with_dr_shafer, TikTok @DrShafer, Youtube @Talks with Dr Shafer, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Music.  Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, 2024.  All Rights Reserved.  Music Credit: Shafer Yost, Impulse