Kate Connelly PhD

Kate Connelly PhD I am a licensed psychologist practicing in Boone, NC. Please call 828-419-1100 or email me at contactme@DrKateConnelly.com for more information.

A lot of us have a stereotype in our minds of what autism is, but many Autistic people don't fit that. A non-stereotypic...
12/02/2025

A lot of us have a stereotype in our minds of what autism is, but many Autistic people don't fit that. A non-stereotypical Autistic profile can look quite different. This profile is often distinguish by high masking and camouflaging. Some girls, women, and AFAB folks might related to the traits of non-stereotypical autism more (although plenty of boys, men, and AMAB folks relate to it, as well). This is part 1 in a series of posts about signs of non-stereotypical Autistic traits. Wondering if you are Autistic and looking for a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist to help you figure it out? Click on the link in my bio to visit my website, learn more, and reach out to me to schedule your free 20-min phone consultation.

Part 2 in a series of posts about signs of non-stereotypical Autistic traits. Wondering if you are Autistic and looking ...
12/02/2025

Part 2 in a series of posts about signs of non-stereotypical Autistic traits. Wondering if you are Autistic and looking for a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist to help you figure it out? Click on the link in my bio to visit my website, learn more, and reach out to me to schedule your free 20-min phone consultation.

This is part 3 in a series of posts about signs of non-stereotypical Autistic traits. Wondering if you are Autistic and ...
12/02/2025

This is part 3 in a series of posts about signs of non-stereotypical Autistic traits. Wondering if you are Autistic and looking for a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist to help you figure it out? Click on the link in my bio to visit my website, learn more, and reach out to me to schedule your free 20-min phone consultation.

Wondering if you are Autistic and looking for a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist to help you figure it out? Click o...
12/02/2025

Wondering if you are Autistic and looking for a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist to help you figure it out? Click on the link in my bio to visit my website, learn more, and reach out to me to schedule your free 20-min phone consultation.

Wondering if you are Autistic and looking for a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist to help you figure it out? Click o...
12/02/2025

Wondering if you are Autistic and looking for a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist to help you figure it out? Click on the link in my bio to visit my website, learn more, and reach out to me to schedule your free 20-min phone consultation.

Many Autistic adults have had multiple experiences of social rejection, exclusion, and pain. We tend to blame ourselves ...
12/02/2025

Many Autistic adults have had multiple experiences of social rejection, exclusion, and pain. We tend to blame ourselves for things going wrong, and unfortunately, some popular views of autism would agree. One such view is that Autistic people have deficits in social communication and struggle to understand others’ thoughts, feelings, and perspectives. But Dr. Damian Milton, an Autistic psychologist from the UK, changed how we think about autism when he conducted the first double empathy problem study. This study suggests that Autistic people do not have social communication deficits. Instead, both Autistic people and allistic (non-Autistic) people struggle to understand each other's thoughts, feelings, and perspectives. It goes both ways, and it's a two-way road. I share this research often with my clients to help them understand their social experiences. I also hope it helps lift some of the shame and blame we can feel as Autistic people living in a world made by and for neurotypicals.

Wondering if Autism or ADHD might be part of your story? I offer online assessments for adults across 42 PSYPACT states ...
09/08/2025

Wondering if Autism or ADHD might be part of your story? I offer online assessments for adults across 42 PSYPACT states — with some immediate openings available. Learn more about yourself from the safety and comfort of your home.

Message me to schedule your free 20 minute phone consultation!

🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ affirming | Neurodiversity-affirming

Racial oppression is a major source of trauma. We all have work to do to end racism, white supremacy, and white privileg...
06/22/2020

Racial oppression is a major source of trauma. We all have work to do to end racism, white supremacy, and white privilege. I am an ally, and I am listening.

04/08/2020

The mysterious nerve network that quiets pain and stress — and may defeat disease

03/18/2020

We love this list of reminders for eating disorders recovery amidst COVID-19 from Jennifer Rollin, MSW, LCSW. Prioritizing recovery can be extra challenging right now, and harmful ways of coping may be tempting, and remember this situation is temporary. We want the NEDA community to know that we see you, we hear you, and we believe in you!

Comment below with additional reminders you would add to the list! Please refrain from using numbers (calories, BMI, weight, etc.).

11/26/2019

You don’t have to be ready to throw in the towel to improve things at work. These small changes can go a long way.

11/18/2019

5 ways to cope with narcissistic family members this holiday season.

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