In this episode, clinical psychologist and lived-experience speaker Lumen Gorrie (they/them) joins Dr Michelle Livock and Monique Mitchelson for a wide-ranging conversation about gender diversity, neurodivergence, and the lived realities that sit underneath the labels.
Lumen is queer, trans, multiply neurodivergent, chronically ill, and disabled, and brings both clinical skill and personal clarity to this topic, with a strong focus on accessibility, systemic change, and what they call “neuroqueering the heck out of things.”
This 84-page Episode Companion Article includes:
A clean, readable transcript format for easier re-reading and sharing
Key quotes, key terms, and visual callouts
Reflection questions and journaling space
Linked resources mentioned in the episode
Episode topics include:
What neurodivergence means to Lumen and how to respond to when people say, ‘don’t make this your whole identity!’
Lumen’s path to discovering their own neurodivergence.
Definitions: Lumen takes us through the difference between sex, gender, and sexuality.
Lumen’s gender identity and their path to exploring and discovering this.
Ways that Lumen experienced gender incongruence and dysphoria, and how they reclaimed connection to self.
When an eating disorder is stemming from gender dysphoria.
The interplay between gender diversity, neurodivergence, and other aspects of their identity for Lumen.
What does gender affirming care look like and myths about gender diversity and trans-ness that get in the way of this care.
Reflecting on gender affirming language.
Lumen’s tips for those exploring their gender.
Good for:
Anyone exploring gender, or supporting someone who is
Listeners wanting clear definitions, lived-experience insight, and practical language
Clinicians, educators, and support workers seeking neuro-affirming, trans-affirming framing and language
💡 Professionals: Add a $3 license upgrade if you want to use this resource in client work, groups, supervision, or trainings
Instant PDF download. U.S. Letter size. Printable.
In this episode, clinical psychologist and lived-experience speaker Lumen Gorrie (they/them) joins Dr Michelle Livock and Monique Mitchelson for a wide-ranging conversation about gender diversity, neurodivergence, and the lived realities that sit underneath the labels.
Lumen is queer, trans, multiply neurodivergent, chronically ill, and disabled, and brings both clinical skill and personal clarity to this topic, with a strong focus on accessibility, systemic change, and what they call “neuroqueering the heck out of things.”
This 84-page Episode Companion Article includes:
A clean, readable transcript format for easier re-reading and sharing
Key quotes, key terms, and visual callouts
Reflection questions and journaling space
Linked resources mentioned in the episode
Episode topics include:
What neurodivergence means to Lumen and how to respond to when people say, ‘don’t make this your whole identity!’
Lumen’s path to discovering their own neurodivergence.
Definitions: Lumen takes us through the difference between sex, gender, and sexuality.
Lumen’s gender identity and their path to exploring and discovering this.
Ways that Lumen experienced gender incongruence and dysphoria, and how they reclaimed connection to self.
When an eating disorder is stemming from gender dysphoria.
The interplay between gender diversity, neurodivergence, and other aspects of their identity for Lumen.
What does gender affirming care look like and myths about gender diversity and trans-ness that get in the way of this care.
Reflecting on gender affirming language.
Lumen’s tips for those exploring their gender.
Good for:
Anyone exploring gender, or supporting someone who is
Listeners wanting clear definitions, lived-experience insight, and practical language
Clinicians, educators, and support workers seeking neuro-affirming, trans-affirming framing and language
💡 Professionals: Add a $3 license upgrade if you want to use this resource in client work, groups, supervision, or trainings
Instant PDF download. U.S. Letter size. Printable.
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