Black Girl Diagnosed

About Black Girl Diagnosed

Black Girl Diagnosed is a bold and necessary podcast that amplifies the voices of Black women navigating the intersections of neurodivergence, disability, & mental health. Through raw conversations, personal storytelling, and expert insights, this show creates space for Black women from all walks of life in every industry to be fully seen—beyond stereotypes, stigma, and silence.Hosted by a Black Autistic Autism & Disability advocate, each episode delves into the real-life experiences of women living with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, invisible, physical disabilities and more—while unpacking the cultural, medical, and societal systems that often overlook or misdiagnose them.From the challenges of masking and misdiagnosis to the healing power of community and self-discovery, Black Girl Diagnosed is where truth-telling meets liberation. This is not just a podcast—it's a reclamation of identity, joy, and power!Whether you're neurodivergent, disabled, or an ally, or just starting to explore the conversation, this podcast offers solidarity, education, and a reminder: Black women deserve to be heard, healed, celebrated, Lifted & seen whole.Topics discussed will consist of but not limited to :Navigating life as a Black disabled/neurodivergent womanThe intersections of race, gender, disability, and neurodivergenceUnmasking, code-switching, and self-advocacy“Coming out” as neurodivergent or disabled in Black communitiesInternalized ableism and reclaiming identity

Publisher

Black Girl Diagnosed

Category

business · health & fitness · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

3 Sept 2025

Latest episode

25 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Aug 2026

   Black Girl Diagnosed - Jaitesha Hanson

   Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Jaitesha Hanson, MS, LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor, educator, and founder of The Alchemist Lab. Jaitesha shares her perspective as a late-identified Black neurodivergent woman and mental health professional, exploring why so many Black women are diagnosed with autism and ADHD later in life. We discuss the impact of masking, code-switching, trauma, and cultural expectations, and how these experiences can make ...

2. 

   13 Aug 2026

   Black Girl Diagnosed - Samantha Dixon

   Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Samantha Dixon, a creative entrepreneur and late-diagnosed AuDHD woman who is building a life and business that works with her brain, not against it. Samantha shares her experience navigating the masking burden of late diagnosis as a Black woman and what it meant to finally understand herself through an AuDHD lens. We explore the complexities of experiencing both autism and ADHD, the importance of breaking the stigma ar...

3. 

   5 Aug 2026

   Black Girl Diagnosed - Diane J. Wright | Autastic

   Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Diane J. Wright, founder of Autastic®, an autistic-led organization dedicated to supporting late-identified autistic adults, particularly Black, Indigenous, and other people of color. Diane shares her own late diagnosis journey and why she created Autastic to provide the community and support she wished had existed for her. Together, we explore how racism, ableism, misogynoir, ageism, and other intersecting systems shap...

4. 

   23 Jul 2026

   Black Girl Diagnosed - Tamika Citchen Spruce

   Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by disability advocate and filmmaker Tameka Citchen Spruce for a powerful conversation about advocacy, storytelling, and authentic representation. Tameka shares her journey into disability advocacy and how filmmaking became a way to amplify disabled voices and challenge stereotypes. We also discuss her documentary, Autistic Out Loud, the inspiration behind the project, and why it was so important to center the lived experi...

5. 

   8 Jul 2026

   Black Girl Diagnosed - Tiara Henderson

   Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Tiara, a Haitian American autistic mom raising two autistic children. Tiara shares her journey of learning to parent while also discovering herself as an autistic adult, and how her late diagnosis transformed the way she understands her needs, her family, and her identity. Together, we discuss parenting neurodivergent children, navigating autism within the Haitian community, and the importance of creating affirming sp...

6. 

   10 Jun 2026

   Black Girl Diagnosed - Black Autistic Kayla

   Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Kayla Smith, an autistic disability justice advocate, creator of #BlackAutisticPride, and passionate voice for Black autistic representation. Kayla shares her journey as a Black autistic queer woman and reflects on how advocacy, community, and self-discovery have shaped her life. We discuss the importance of self-acceptance, embracing every part of your identity, and what it means to take pride in being both Black and a...

7. 

   27 May 2026

   Black Girl Diagnosed - Dr Kay Coghill

   Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Dr. KáLyn “Kay” Coghill, an AuDHD educator, activist, and advocate whose work focuses on digital misogynoir, online gender-based violence, and protecting Black communities in digital spaces. Kay shares their experiences navigating academic and professional spaces as a neurodivergent Black person, what it means to practice harm reduction online, and why creating safer internet spaces for Black women, girls, and non-binar...

8. 

   29 Apr 2026

   Black Girl Diagnosed - Autism Acceptance Month with Charlotte Bachelor

   Send us Fan Mail In this special Autism Acceptance Month episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we welcome back returning guest Charlotte Bachelor for an honest and affirming conversation centered on Black autistic women and the importance of true acceptance beyond awareness. Charlotte shares her perspective on representation, self-acceptance, and why Black autistic voices must be centered in conversations about autism. Together, we discuss the misconceptions Black autistic women still face, the im...

9. 

   25 Feb 2026

   Black Girl Diagnosed - Lyric Rivera

   Send us Fan Mail This week and for the final episode of season 1 of Black Girl Diagnosed we’re joined by Lyric Rivera, creator of the NeuroDivergent Rebel blog and author of the best-selling book Workplace Neurodiversity Rising, praised by Forbes as an essential guide grounded in lived experience and professional insight. Since launching NeuroDivergent Rebel in 2016, Lyric has helped reshape how people understand neurodiversity through writing and video, centering autistic voices, creat...

10. 

    13 Feb 2026

    Black Girl Diagnosed - Pastiche Graham

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by children’s author and autism advocate Pastiche Graham, creator of Pia Pistachio Gets a Job! — a book inspired by her lived experience as an autistic woman. Pastiche shares how her appearance on Undercover Boss helped spark her publishing journey and why she felt called to create a main character autistic girls can see themselves in. We talk about the male-centered narrative around autism, the discrimination autistic peo...

11. 

    28 Jan 2026

    Black Girl Diagnosed - Diversity In Neurodiversity

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Janella (she/they), creator of Diversity in Neurodiversity and a Korean-Filipino American advocate using her voice to center intersectionality in the autism space. Janella shares what it means to navigate life as a BIPOC AuDHD adult while managing chronic fatigue, and why continuing to talk openly about race, ableism, and identity is essential for real change. We also talk about the importance of creating safe, honest s...

12. 

    14 Jan 2026

    Black Girl Diagnosed - Ky Kennedy

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Ky Kennedy a neurodivergent and physically disabled mother, lactation consultant, published author, nonprofit founder, public speaker, and disability activist. Ky shares how their advocacy is rooted in lived experience and a deep commitment to true access and inclusion. As a proud service dog and ambulatory wheelchair user, they speak candidly about challenging ableism and pushing conversations about accessibility...

13. 

    16 Dec 2025

    Black Girl Diagnosed - Dr Destiny Huff

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we’re joined by Destiny Huff, a late-diagnosed Autistic and ADHD mental health professional, licensed therapist, and non-attorney special education advocate. With over 15 years of experience working across early childhood, K–12 schools, foster care systems, and mental health services, Destiny brings a powerful blend of professional expertise and lived experience. She is also the mother of two neurodivergent learners with IEPs, giving h...

14. 

    3 Dec 2025

    Black Girl Diagnosed - Kat Lee

    Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, we sit down with educator, writer, and creative Kathleen “Kat” Lee, founder of Mindful Bloom Studio and the whimsical mind behind @kathleezzzy. Kat opens up about navigating burnout, unmasking, and intentionally rebuilding her life with clarity, compassion, and softness. We talk about her journey as an autistic educator and her commitment to creating inclusive, accessible spaces for both neurodivergent and neurotypical learners....

15. 

    5 Nov 2025

    Black Girl Diagnosed - Phenomenally Autistic

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful solo episode of Black Girl Diagnosed, our host Ayanna Sanaa Davis opens up and shares her own diagnosis story in detail the challenges, realizations, and moments of clarity that shaped her journey as a Black autistic woman. Ayanna is a passionate advocate, educator, and storyteller dedicated to uplifting the voices of Black neurodivergent women and girls. Through her work, she continues to build community, raise awareness, and push for representation in...

16. 

    7 Oct 2025

    Black Girl Diagnosed - Charlotte Bachelor

    Send us Fan Mail Charlotte Bachelor is a late-diagnosed Autistic/ADHD writer and speaker from Detroit, MI. She began documenting her diagnostic journey as a student at Michigan State University, where she earned a B.A. in Professional and Public Writing and a minor in African American and African Studies. Her work focuses on uplifting the experiences of Black Disabled Women and Girls. Additionally, she completed the Disability EmpowHer Expressions Program and is a current long-term Trainee wi...

17. 

    23 Sept 2025

    Black Girl Diagnosed - Cheryl Poe

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Black Girl Diagnosed we are beyond honored to welcome Cheryl A. Poe — Founder & Executive Director of Advocating 4 Kids, Inc. and the visionary behind the “Advocating While Black™” movement. Cheryl is a nationally recognized special education advocate who has dedicated her life to empowering Black families and parents of children with disabilities. Through her work, she helps families navigate schools, understand their rights under IDEA, Section 504, and the ...

18. 

    3 Sept 2025

    Black Girl Diagnosed - Chante Douglas

    Send us Fan Mail Black Girl Diagnosed is a bold and necessary podcast that amplifies the voices of Black women navigating the intersections of neurodivergence, disability, & mental health. Through raw conversations, personal storytelling, and expert insights, this show creates space for Black women from all walks of life in every industry to be fully seen—beyond stereotypes, stigma, and silence.Hosted by a Black Autistic Autism & Disability advocate, each episode delves into the real-...

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