Neurodivergent Somatics in Therapy: An Anti-Oppressive Model for Whole Person Care

by Nyck Walsh, Morénike Giwa Onaiwu (Foreword)

A new paradigm that honors the wisdom and wholeness of neurodivergent clients.

Focusing on autism and what is medically known as ADHD, neurodivergent author Nyck Walsh takes readers on an anti-oppressive, intersectional journey into a new standard of care for neurodivergent clients and their therapists. Whether new to or well-versed in the neurodiversity paradigm, readers will learn how to best support their neurodivergent clients in a way that prioritizes their well-being, honors their self-expertise, encourages their anti-ableist embodiment, and celebrates their joy. Bridging the theoretical with the practical, Walsh’s model offers a tangible framework that can be applied on its own or in tandem with other modalities. Neurodivergent Somatics in Therapy is an intimate and engaging guide to providing accessible, liberatory, whole-person care that will benefit clients and therapists of all neurotypes.  3 black-and-white illustrations; 1 black-and-white table

Genres: Nonfiction, Counselling

352 pages, Paperback

Published March 10, 2026

Reviews

[Mel]

As a therapist, I found this book to not only be an incredible Neurodiversity Affirming Care 101, but also gave me excellent guidance for helping clients who have these beautiful neurotypes.

[Malena (Mayra Elena)]

I read this book a while ago to write a review for a journal that prioritizes disability studies. This book, whilst the writing takes some getting used to, it is a very informative book. Id recommend it to anyone interested in disabilities, disability studies, and advocacy.

Official review: https://helenjournal.org/may-2026/neu...