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Hi, I’m Shay! I’m a clinical psychologist based out of Philadelphia, PA. I have specialized training and clinical experience in working with complex trauma, attachment, multicultural issues, sexuality, gender, and various points of neurodivergence, such as ADHD, Autism, & giftedness/2E.

I came into this field from many points of lived experience that have shaped how I practice. I’ve always been a bit “too complicated”, in that my existence has never aligned neatly with whatever boxes the world thought I should fit in. At this point in my life, I identify as a mixed race, Black, neuroqueer, nonbinary, transmasc human. These words have, and will likely continue to change over time, but I’ve always been this person in one way or another. My experiences of difference have shown me that not everyone is going to “get it,” but my journey to finding these words showed me that some people will. It wasn’t until adulthood that I received an ADHD diagnosis, and began to self-identify as Autistic and then neuroqueer. Through these words, I’ve found more and more of those people who “get it.” It is that kind of authentic connectedness to self and others that drives my passion for working with folks on their own journeys of self-discovery and community connection.

It can be incredibly challenging to find providers that you feel affirmed and understood by, let alone who might actually share some of those same identities and experiences. As a clinician, I highly value the relationship, and strive to see, understand, and affirm the many pieces of what makes you uniquely you, as well as the pieces that connect you to others. While it’s not always easy to fully be yourself in this world, I enjoy creating space for people to feel safe enough to do that.


DR. SHAY SELDEN
📞 302-307-1850
✉️ drshay@neurosparkhealth.com

Dr. Shay is currently accepting new clients for autism, ADHD, and AuDHD evaluations in most states.

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As a late-diagnosed neurodivergent psychologist, I understand firsthand how powerful the right diagnosis can be. I specialize in comprehensive, affirming assessments for neurodivergent individuals of all ages—helping you gain clarity, self-understanding, and access to the support you deserve. My primary goal is to offer meaningful insight and support that helps you navigate life with confidence.

I also recognize that autism and other forms of neurodivergence often go undiagnosed, especially in women, nonbinary individuals, and people from marginalized communities due to outdated stereotypes and systemic barriers. My assessments take these factors into account, ensuring a nuanced, culturally informed, and affirming approach. You deserve to be seen and understood for who you truly are, and I’m here to help make that happen.

For self-care, I maintain a precarious balance of drinking too much coffee and enjoy traveling, reading, watching baking shows, and spending time with my family.

Dr. Jaylyn Shifrin, PhD
📞 404-369-0551
✉️ drjaylyn@neurosparkhealth.com
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Dr. Jaylyn is currently accepting new for autism, ADHD, and dual assessments in most states.

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Hi, I’m Bree. I’m a licensed clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles, CA. I identify as queer and neurodivergent. I center and enjoy working with people whose identities are at the margins of multiple intersections in my practice. I have had the privilege of working with neurodivergent individuals for a number of years and am committed to continuing to support this community.

My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, supportive, empathic, and is rooted in my lived experience. My practice is person-centered, strengths-based and draws from relational, Intersectional, and social justice frameworks.

I value healthy life-work balance and to that end I regularly engage in creative practices, meditation, movement, as well as spending time with loved ones and my community.

DR. BREE MCDANIEL
📞 805-864-3240
✉️ drbree@neurosparkhealth.com

Dr. Bree is currently accepting new clients for autism, ADHD, and AuDHD evaluations in California.
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Hi, I’m Rachel. I’m a licensed clinical psychologist based in the SF Bay Area. I am a late-diagnosed neurodivergent woman who grew up in a family full of other neurodivergent individuals. Never formally assessed as a child, I first self-diagnosed and then decided to pursue a formal diagnosis. I found the process of formal diagnosis to be a validating, affirming, and cathartic experience. As a psychologist, I want to provide other individuals with the opportunity I had in being able to explore this part of themselves.

I am excited and honored to be on this journey with you. My hope is to support you as you take this step towards formal assessment and self-discovery. I truly believe that knowledge brings more self-compassion.

DR. RACHEL STEINBERG
📞 510-214-6584
✉️ drrachel@neurosparkhealth.com

Dr. Rachel is currently accepting new clients for autism, ADHD, and AuDHD evaluations in California.​​​​​​​
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Hey NeuroKin, I’m Jennifer Alumbaugh, MS (they/she) and I’m a Neuro-affirming Coach and Accommodations Advocate and Consultant supporting neurodivergent adults in their journey to explore their neurodivergent identity, to deconstruct the harms of neurodominant culture*, and to co-create an accessible, neuroinclusive life that works with their brain and body.

*Neurodominant culture is a term I came up with to describe the ways that neuronormativity or neurotypicality has been used to dominate and control people, culture, education, employment, and access to resources in our society. Most of us have been raised within neurodominant culture and have practiced elements of it in order to mask and survive in environments not designed for our thriving. Part of the work I do with clients is to help identify the harmful messaging and practices of neurodominant culture so we can replace them with neuroinclusive practices. For example, neurodominant culture includes ableism and is responsible for the harmful stigma that ADHDers are just lazy, flakey, and uncommitted to anything important.

I am a queer, fat, gender expansive, late-identified (in my 40s!) Autistic-ADHDer+ with dynamic disabilities committed to advancing inclusion, belonging, and liberation through a neurodivergent-affirming and somatic abolitionist anti-racism lens. I spent 15 years practicing as a licensed complex systems trauma therapist before retiring in 2022 and moving fully into consulting and coaching. I love the words neuroqueer and neurodefiant to describe myself.

Ways I love to support clients:

• Identity Exploration - including neurodivergent, gender, sexuality, and relational

• Career Path - helping you identify strengths and areas of interest to assist in finding a career path that works with your brain and body

• Accessibility & Accommodations Advocacy - I help clients with paperwork & documentation for workplace accommodations, attend meetings with clients to advocate for their needs, provide emotional support for the often taxing and frustrating process of accommodations

• “I’m neurodivergent, now what?” - life support for newly identified neurodivergent adults

• Burnout Harm Reduction - through both group and 1:1 sessions I support clients in healing from burnout and building protective practices into life to help reduce recurrence of burnout

• Neurodivergent Entrepreneurship - I support neurodivergent entrepreneurs and business owners in building sustainable business models that are accessible to you, align with your values, and are resourced so you can thrive

• Make Sh*t Happen - helping you do the things you want and need to do providing accountability, hype, and motivation in a style that works for your brain

In addition to working 1:1 with individuals, I’m also a NeuroInclusion Accessibility Consultant working with businesses and organizations to build more accessible and neuroinclusive workplaces.

Some of my strengths as a coach include:

• Thought Partnership - I’m here for a hearty brainstorm session

• Strategic Planning - not sure where to begin? I got you!

• Pattern Recognition & Reflection - sometimes it’s hard to see our own patterns and I help clients notice theirs

• Solidarity & Advocacy - setting boundaries, getting accommodations, and speaking up for ourselves in our personal and professional lives can be exhausting and lonely; I’m here to walk with you through the process, championing your self-advocacy, validating your lived-experience, naming ableism and discrimination as you experience it, and helping you ground in the truth of your inherent value and worthiness

• Creativity & Innovation - I think outside the box…wayyyyyy outside the box so I can come up with some pretty creative ways to approach the challenges you’re facing

• Being a Mirror - reflecting back to you who I see with honesty, empathy, and affirmation of who you are.

Curious and ready to do a vibe check? Click here to schedule a free 15 minute consult call!

JENNIFER ALUMBAUGH
📞 210-504-9437
✉️ jennifer@neurosparkhealth.com

Jennifer is currently accepting new clients for accommodations consulting nationwide and coaching worldwide.

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Hi, I’m Laurel! I am a late-in-life diagnosed AuDHD therapist. My very real difficulties in life were often denied because I received good grades and appeared to be so functional. But it was at the expense of my calm, well-being, and even physical health. I found my place and my spark in dancing Argentine Tango and singing opera! I am committed to helping others find what works for them too. My passion is helping people to feel safe enough to grow and change in the ways they choose. I also understand the unique challenges of being neurodivergent and in recovery.

I am EMDR certified and take a neuroscience approach to working 1:1 with neurodivergent adults to overcome past traumas, as well as the trauma of living authentically in a neurotypical-catering world.

LAUREL ALEXANDER, LCSW​​​​​​​
📞 520-200-7385
✉️ laurel@neurosparkhealth.com

Laurel is currently accepting new clients for therapy in Arizona, Vermont, Florida, and Virginia and coaching clients nationwide.

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Hi, my name is Cat, and I am a Licensed Social Worker and coach currently living in Indiana. As someone who has spent the majority of their life feeling like there is something "wrong" with them, discovering that I am autistic and ADHD has not only been a relief but also an incredible journey of self-exploration and self-love. My life experience has spurred my passion for uplifting neurodivergent individuals, and I hope to make a difference in the lives of those who feel misunderstood, burnt out, and invalidated.

I believe that neurodivergent people have a beautiful and crucial role in society and that accepting and accommodating who we naturally are can be an incredibly freeing and healing experience. I would be honored to play a small role in your journey toward uncovering your neurodivergent identity! In my free time, I enjoy writing, reading, and hanging out with my girlfriend and dog. I enjoy writing articles about my autistic experience, and I am slowly working on writing a book.

CAT SALLADIN, LSW​​​​​​​
📞 201-308-3710
✉️ cat@neurosparkhealth.com​​​​​​​

Cat is currently accepting new coaching clients nationwide.

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