About this episode
The episode explores the experiences of adults discovering autism or ADHD later in life, discussing related emotional complexities and healing methods.
In this episode of Healing With Worth , Marquelle and Lauren sit down with psychologist and energy healing coach Dr. Nicole Parkes to explore what it’s like for adults to discover autism or ADHD later in life—and the complex emotions that often come with it. Together, they talk about masking, burnout, internalized ableism, and the quiet exhaustion many women carry while trying to meet overwhelming expectations. The conversation also dives into how trauma and neurodivergence can overlap, how to begin untangling the two, and why healing often requires both practical tools and deeper emotional work. Dr. Parkes shares insights on accountability, relationships, and the importance of creating supportive systems, along with an introduction to energy healing as a way to process and release stored trauma. The episode closes with a guided exercise to help calm anxious thoughts, offering listeners a simple, grounding tool they can use in everyday life.
People in this episode
Hosts: Marquelle, Lauren
Guest: Dr. Nicole Parkes
Topics covered
- neurodivergence
- autism
- ADHD
- mental health
- energy healing
- trauma
- women's issues
Keywords
- neurodivergence
- autism
- ADHD
- energy healing
- mental health
- trauma
- burnout
- women's issues
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Healing With WORTH
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