In this episode, we're joined by Ghrey Mbenza, a neurodivergent occupational therapist who works with marginalized communities. Ghrey talks with us about neurodiversity, what it means to be Black and neurodivergent, as well as the trauma and necessary healing work from growing up as undiagnosed Black neurodivergent kids. Tasha "Ghrey" Mbenza (they/she/he), more recently known simply as Ghrey, is a black, queer, and autistic occupational therapist who is passionate about helping people of all ages reach their highest potential by identifying and building on their strengths. Ghrey is especially passionate about self-advocacy work with individuals from queer, BIPOC, neurodivergent, and/or physically disabled communities. His special interests include cooking with a focus on creative plating, recreating their favorite songs, and calculating service tips in their head. Her career related special interests include mental health, emotional regulation, sensory processing, and self-advocacy. RESOURCES * Apocalypse Still [https://bookshop.org/a/93534/9798989936809] by Leah Nicole Whitcomb * "Country Black [https://www.patreon.com/posts/minisode-country-75259482?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]" Hoodoo Plant Mamas Patreon * "Ep 12: Children are Divine [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5kAMvWdpFW00H8atTP82Ty?si=-f7fsbp5Q-mXockkZyYi5Q]" Hoodoo Plant Mamas Podcast * "It's all fun and games for Seattle occupational therapist liberating Black clients through Play [https://www.reckon.news/black-joy/2023/04/its-all-fun-and-games-for-seattle-occupational-therapist-liberating-black-clients-through-play.html]" by Jonece Starr Dunigan. Black Joy Reckon BOOKSHOP https://bookshop.org/shop/hoodooplantmamas BE A PATRON! https://www.patreon.com/hoodooplantmamas SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: @hoodooplants Instagram: @hoodooplantmamas DONATE Paypal: paypal.me/hoodooplantmamas Cashapp: cash.me/$hoodooplantmamas This podcast was created, hosted, and produced by Dani & Leah. Our music was created by Ghrey, and our artwork was designed by Bianca.