10: Neurodiversity and Sexuality, with Kory Andreas

“Scripting and asking for the kind of communication that you want can be a big switch for people…I call it conversational consent, but a lot of neurodivergent people are like, I love to monologue, I'll talk all day about what happened at work or, you know, what I'm thinking about or a book I want to write..but not everybody has the capacity to hold that all of the time.”Content Advisory: This episode explores sensitive topics related to sexuality. Listener discretion is advised.In this episode Patricia welcomes Kory Andreas, a therapist and late-diagnosed autistic adult, for an insightful conversation about neurodiversity and its impact on relationships and sexuality. Join them as Kory shares her experience of receiving a late autism diagnosis and the shifts in understanding that followed; the significance of routine and predictability for autistic individuals and how it shapes their interactions; how she helps couples in neurodiverse or mixed neurotype relationships to navigate challenges related to physical and emotional intimacy, and the essential role of solitude and special interests in maintaining well-being and how to navigate these needs within a partnership. Later in the episode Kory’s curious parts ask questions about IFS and engages in a short role play demo with Patty.This episode is for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of neurodiversity in relationships, whether you're a therapist, a partner, or simply curious.About Kory:Kory Andreas, LCSW-C, is a clinical social worker, Autism specialist, and neurodiversity educator with a deep passion for working with neurodiverse couples. As a late-diagnosed Autistic clinician, Kory brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work, helping Autistic and ADHD adults navigate relationships, intimacy, and communication in a world designed for neurotypical norms.Kory specializes in helping neurodivergent couples build intimacy and connection in ways that honor their unique brains, rather than force neurotypical expectations. Through assessments, therapy, trainings, and practical strategies, she helps ND couples communicate more effectively, reduce frustration, and create relationships that feel safe, fulfilling, and sustainable.Kory’s approach is practical, insightful, and refreshingly real. With humor, candor, and an ability to translate neurodivergent experiences in a way that actually makes sense, she helps ND couples feel seen, understood, and equipped with strategies that work in real life—not just in theory.Connect with Kory:Website: koryandreas.comInstagram: instagram.com/neurokoryousPsychotherapy Networker: https://www.psychotherapynetworker.org/article/neurodiverse-couples-therapy/Follow Patricia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patriciarichconsulting/Join the Self-Led Sexuality Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/selfleds3xualitywithpatriciarichSign up for Patricia’s email list and get the free The Six S's of Sexual Self-Energy Infographic.