Name: Danielle Sullivan
Pronouns: she/they
Professional Role: Founder. Certified coach.
Bio: Danielle Sullivan (she/they) is the owner and founder of Neurodiverging Coaching. They are a Certified Life Coach, Certified Solution-Focused Coach, Certified Positive Psychology Coach, Certified Transformational Coach, Certified Parent Coach, and a certified Trauma-Informed Specialist. Danielle likes to learn!
They’re a graduate and certificate-holder of the Neuroscience Academy, a 34 hour program in applied neuroscience and brain health (2021). They hold a B.A. degree from Temple University in Philadelphia (2007) and a M.A. degree, graduate certificate in women and gender studies, and a certificate of college teaching from the University of Colorado, Boulder (2013). Danielle has also completed significant continuing education in positive psychology, coaching through resistance, emotional intelligence, and child psychology.
Danielle had intended to remain in academia to work on gender, disability, and religion, but pivoted after she was diagnosed autistic around age 30 after her eldest child was also diagnosed. In looking for resources for herself, she found very little, and began producing the Neurodiverging Podcast to try to develop and offer resources for others like her, and who have kids like hers.
Danielle is agender, polyamorous / ethically non-monogamous, and queer, and is dedicated to providing a safe space for growth and discovery for folks and families of all kinds and configurations. They are a member of the International Coaching Federation, the Attention Deficit Disorder Association, and the Autistic Self Advocacy Network.
They’re a graduate and certificate-holder of the Neuroscience Academy, a 34 hour program in applied neuroscience and brain health (2021). They hold a B.A. degree from Temple University in Philadelphia (2007) and a M.A. degree, graduate certificate in women and gender studies, and a certificate of college teaching from the University of Colorado, Boulder (2013). Danielle has also completed significant continuing education in positive psychology, coaching through resistance, emotional intelligence, and child psychology.
Danielle had intended to remain in academia to work on gender, disability, and religion, but pivoted after she was diagnosed autistic around age 30 after her eldest child was also diagnosed. In looking for resources for herself, she found very little, and began producing the Neurodiverging Podcast to try to develop and offer resources for others like her, and who have kids like hers.
Danielle is agender, polyamorous / ethically non-monogamous, and queer, and is dedicated to providing a safe space for growth and discovery for folks and families of all kinds and configurations. They are a member of the International Coaching Federation, the Attention Deficit Disorder Association, and the Autistic Self Advocacy Network.
Recent Publications: Please see LinkedIn; See my Press Page.
Website: https://neurodiverging.com
Twitter: @neurodiverging
Instagram: @neurodiverging
Facebook: neurodiverging
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielleatneurodiverging/
Location: Colorado, USA.
Available for Virtual Sessions: YES
Available for In-Person Sessions: YES
Available to Travel: YES. Anywhere at organizer expense, otherwise within 3 hours drive of Denver, CO.
Specific Support Required: No accommodations needed within 3 hours drive of Denver. Food stipend and travel expenses outside of this radius.
Speaking Topics Include: Autism; ADHD; Sensory processing disorder; Auditory processing disorder; Face-blindness; General disability; Sensory processing disorder; Workplace accommodations; Education accommodations from K-college; Sensory accommodations; Accommodations in the home; Coaching neurodivergent folks; ADHD coaching; Autism coaching; Positive psychology coaching; General DEIB topics; General LGBTQIA topics; Neurodiversity and human rights; Disability rights; Queer inclusion; Gender diversity; Sexual diversity; Communication across neurotypes; Non-violent communication; Communication across differences; Executive function support; Addressing challenging behaviors in kids and adults; Understanding neurodivergent behavior; Parenting neurodivergent kids; Parenting neurodivergent teens; Childrens' rights; Collaborative parenting; Democratic parenting; Trauma-informed parenting; Trauma-informed education; Trauma-informed coaching; Parent coaching.
Suitable Audiences Include: Life coaches; Employers and managers; Teachers; Parents; Children 5-18; Non-profit teams; GLBTQIA individuals and organizations; Human rights organizations; Disability rights organizations; Medical and mental health professionals working with neurodivergent people' Autism affinity groups; ADHD affinity groups.
Speaker Experience: I am a comfortable, warm, and engaging speaker with significant experience training, group coaching, and individually coaching on neurodiversity, gender, and disability. I have been a guest on over 30 podcasts, have been interviewed for national media multiple times, and presented in academic conferences. I am open, honest, and upbeat, and love what I do. I can't wait to work with you!
Presentation Pitch: See my One Sheet: See the Neurodiverging Podcast: See my Press Page.
Book This Speaker: By email at [email protected].
Testimonials:
"THANK YOU! I really appreciate your vulnerability, honesty, humor, and willingness to talk about all aspects of your autism, parenting, and the challenges you (and we) face as parents of autistic kids. I learned a lot and look forward to you joining us again in the future!"
- D.A., Autism Convergence Group, Google
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"Danielle is knowledgeable, experienced, and relatable. I started working with Danielle shortly after learning that I was neurodivergent. It was overwhelming to process until I found Danielle. She has helped me understand my neurology, supported me in identifying effective strategies, and coached me through unlearning/learning skills. In addition to coaching, I have benefited immensely from her group coaching, podcasts, and webinars.
As I get to know her more, my respect and admiration deepens. It has been a privileged to work with her."- Estevanny Jiménez Turns, Chief of Talent and Employee Engagement Chief of Talent and Employee Engagement, School District Of Lancaster
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"I am honored to write this recommendation about Danielle. They are the best neurodivergent coach I know. Before meeting Danielle, I learned more from their podcasts than any book I've read or training I've completed.
As a coach, Danielle is empathetic, intelligent, and extremely knowledgeable. She creates a warm, inviting atmosphere for everyone. When we co-coached a neurodivergent women's group, there was no question Danielle couldn't answer. They are full of helpful, research-based strategies for having a good life. Their coaching clients have shared openly the success they are finding because of Danielle's coaching.
I consider Danielle a mentor and I only wanted to learn from the best! If you work with Danielle in any fashion, you are in great hands." - Jacqueline Coursey, Founder, Sacred Space Coaching
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- D.A., Autism Convergence Group, Google
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"Danielle is knowledgeable, experienced, and relatable. I started working with Danielle shortly after learning that I was neurodivergent. It was overwhelming to process until I found Danielle. She has helped me understand my neurology, supported me in identifying effective strategies, and coached me through unlearning/learning skills. In addition to coaching, I have benefited immensely from her group coaching, podcasts, and webinars.
As I get to know her more, my respect and admiration deepens. It has been a privileged to work with her."- Estevanny Jiménez Turns, Chief of Talent and Employee Engagement Chief of Talent and Employee Engagement, School District Of Lancaster
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"I am honored to write this recommendation about Danielle. They are the best neurodivergent coach I know. Before meeting Danielle, I learned more from their podcasts than any book I've read or training I've completed.
As a coach, Danielle is empathetic, intelligent, and extremely knowledgeable. She creates a warm, inviting atmosphere for everyone. When we co-coached a neurodivergent women's group, there was no question Danielle couldn't answer. They are full of helpful, research-based strategies for having a good life. Their coaching clients have shared openly the success they are finding because of Danielle's coaching.
I consider Danielle a mentor and I only wanted to learn from the best! If you work with Danielle in any fashion, you are in great hands." - Jacqueline Coursey, Founder, Sacred Space Coaching
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