Dr Robyn Price, Neurodivergent Psychologist

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Dr Robyn Price, Neurodivergent Psychologist

📍 UK-Based | NHS Principal Psychologist
🌈 Adult ADHD & Autism Assessments
🫶🏻 Neurotypical & Neurodivergent therapy

02/03/2026

We don’t get to decide who gets to have children based on the possibility of struggle ⬇️

Hi Peeps 👋
Last week I was too annoyed to post.
I’m a professional, but I’m also human, this kind of thing hits me just like anyone else.

With a few days behind me, it’s clear this was just someone’s attempt at provocation and gaining followers.

Parenting isn’t about a perfect life. It’s about showing up and supporting our kids through whatever life brings.

Rhetoric like this ignores all the amazing achievements and strengths that come with neurodivergence.

If you’re a neurodivergent parent, I’m curious what came up for you reading this.

🫶🏻 Dr Robyn Price, Neurodivergent Psychologist
www.drpricepsychology.co.uk

23/02/2026

✨ Mini Rebrand Time ✨

This is my life, baby in one hand, laptop in the other, trying to juggle a chaotic ADHD brain, family life, and a fresh new look all at once 🤦🏼‍♀️.

I never really saw myself as a content creator 🤷🏼‍♀️. Psychologist first, social media second. But this little corner of the internet has actually been really meaningful, connecting me to clients, colleagues, and accounts that inspire me.

I love my page, but I’m aware it’s a little chaotic and inconsistent, just like my brain. I’ve had some helpful feedback recently which suggests my content is good, but my page can be a little overstimulating, so I’m going to rein it in. 💁‍♀️

I’m trying more consistent fonts, consistent colours, and posting at more consistent times (usually in the evenings). Trying being the operative word.

Same content you know and hopefully love, just a bit tidier and a bit more me.

adhers

14/02/2026

You’ll hear a lot of messages about self-love today. But it’s often easier to love other people than it is to love ourselves.

Just one commitment for today: All you have to do is try. Try to be kinder to yourself and put some little things in place to help.

3 realistic things to try:
• The “Friend” Filter: If you wouldn’t say it to someone you love, don’t say it to yourself.

• Acknowledge the Gap: You don’t have to “love” every part of you to stop being at war with it.

• Honor a Basic Need: Sometimes compassion is just a glass of water, a quiet moment, or an extra hour of sleep.

Happy Valentine’s Day 🫶🏻

09/02/2026

The “Neurodiversity Tax” is a hidden cost, but the effects are visible in our children’s mental health. 📉

For Children’s Mental Health Week 2026, the theme is “This is My Place.” But for a child who is constantly told (directly or indirectly) that their way of thinking or being is “wrong,” it’s hard to find that place.

We need to stop charging kids for being themselves.
I want to hear from you, keep it simple:

If you could change ONE thing about schools or public spaces to make them more inclusive for neurodivergent minds, what would it be?

(Even if it’s just one word, like “Dimmer switches” or “Patience” — let’s build a wishlist in the comments! 👇)

Check for resources for mental health week.

29/01/2026

School reports can be brutal!

In these reports there were clear markers of ADHD, but because the diagnostic lens wasn’t there at the time, the teachers filled the gaps with judgment. They saw the struggle, but instead of seeing a need for support, they diagnosed her character.

This is the real cost of a late diagnosis. It isn’t just about the missing support, it’s the decades spent believing your neurobiological challenges were actually “personality flaws.”

As an assessor, my job is to look at that same history and finally get the interpretation right. It’s about stripping away the labels of a “bad character” and replacing them with the truth of a neurodivergent brain.

If your reports read like hers, it’s time to stop apologising for how your brain is wired. They missed the ADHD; that doesn’t mean you were the problem.

If you relate give this post a like and comment with a thumbs 👍.

23/01/2026

Many autistic girls are missed. One study of over 1,700 children found that around 80% remained undiagnosed by age 18 (McCrossin).

There are many reasons for this. They don’t come from one paper, but from years of research and from what I see, again and again, in my work as an assessor.

I assess men and women equally, but women often present differently, and those differences are still widely misunderstood.

Until awareness catches up, experience with female presentations really matters.

💛 Share to spread awareness.

If you’re looking for a private assessor, you can find out more on my website: www.drpricepsychology.co.uk

22/01/2026

Being present with a neurodivergent brain takes conscious effort, but it is achievable.

The last few days have been a reminder of why the effort to stay “in the moment” is so worth it. My little girl turned one, and we traded screens for a teddy bear picnic and a trip to the aquarium. It was a true break from my work to focus on making memories.

My 5-step strategy for neurodivergent parents:
1. Observe Struggle Points: Track your executive function “slumps.” When are you most likely to reach for your phone to dopamine-seek?

2. Soft vs. Hard Limits: Give yourself “soft limits” for quick regulation, but set “hard limits” on the deep-dive apps that cause you to lose track of time.

3. Scheduled Connection: Plan activities that require physical movement or mental engagement (like a board game). No TV, no phones, just active connection.

4. The “Safe Word” System: Ask your partner or child to use a gentle “safe word” when they notice your attention has drifted. It’s a quiet cue to return to the room without criticism.

5. Plan for Hyperfocus: We all need that “deep dive” time for our special interests. Schedule it separately so it doesn’t “leak” into family time.

There is always room to be more present. It starts with one conscious choice.

Do you have any other strategies that work? Let me know in the comments.

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15/01/2026

(Reposted due to glaringly obvious spelling mistake)

I am not autistic, so I can’t know what it feels like to be represented as an autistic Barbie. But as an autism assessor, I’ve been pulled in different directions on this and it’s taken me a little time to really figure out what I think.

Overall, my view is fairly balanced, but I lean slightly in favour of the Barbie. I see the wins in representation and normalising supports, while also recognising the limitations and valid concerns.

This is my opinion, but I’m really keen to hear yours. Do you agree, disagree, or see something important I might have missed? I’d love to hear your perspective…

autisticbarbie

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