Alexithymia
Kate Halpin Kate Halpin

Alexithymia

Are you familiar with the term Alexithymia? Have you ever experienced challenges identifying, describing and expressing emotions?

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High Functioning Anxiety
Kate Halpin Kate Halpin

High Functioning Anxiety

People with high functioning anxiety often appear to be successful and well-adjusted but they may be struggling internally within intense anxiety which can manifest in a myriad of ways.

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Object Permanence in the Workplace
Kate Halpin Kate Halpin

Object Permanence in the Workplace

Object permanence is the understanding that objects continue to exist even when they are not visible. This is a fundamental cognitive skill that develops in childhood, however, it can be a challenge for neurodivergent folk in certain situations, such as the workplace.

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Ikigai and your Career
Kate Halpin Kate Halpin

Ikigai and your Career

Ikigai is finding meaning in life and wholeheartedly dedicating yourself to your personal happiness. Essentially, what is the source of your daily motivation?

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Double Empathy Problem
Kate Halpin Kate Halpin

Double Empathy Problem

At times, there is a disconnect with the way autistic and allistic (non-autistic) people communicate, interact, show emotion and experience the world.

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Neurodivergence and Mental Health
Kate Halpin Kate Halpin

Neurodivergence and Mental Health

Did you know that neurodivergent folk often experience co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression? In fact, according to a study from Willis Towers Watson (WTW) in 2022, up to 70% of neurodivergent employees experience mental health challenges. 

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Shifting our Dialogue and Unconscious Bias
Kate Halpin Kate Halpin

Shifting our Dialogue and Unconscious Bias

Often if we press pause and look at behaviours from a different perspective, we may be surprised to see a strength being presented rather than the initial negative assumption. 

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