Episode 436: Neurodivergent Leadership and Fostering a Neurodivergent-friendly Work Culture, with guest Patrick Casale
Release Date: 10/04/2024
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info_outlineWelcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech.
In our latest episode, we’re joined by Patrick Casale from All Things Private Practice to talk about how to create a neuro-affirming therapy practice.
We discuss:
- Understanding your own neurotype as a leader
- Considerations for developing a neuro-affirming workplace
- Creating an environment where staff can ask for the accommodations they need
- Resources for practice owners to improve accessibility
- Therapist directories that prioritize accessibility and identity
- Soliciting feedback from staff
Listen here: https://personcenteredtech.com/group/podcast/
For more, visit our website.
Resources
- Join Liath and Patrick for the 2025 Leadership Retreat for group practice owners and leaders in Chania, Greece!
- About Patrick
- Neurodivergent Entrepreneur Coaching with Patrick
- Divergent Conversations podcast with Patrick and Dr. Megan Neff
- Empowered Escapes upcoming retreats and summits
- Doubt Yourself, Do It Anyway Virtual Online Summit
- All Things Private Practice --> Helping Mental Health & Neurodivergent Business Owners Doubt Themselves & Do It Anyway
- All Things Private Practice Podcast