Dr. Salena Justice: Autisim Strengths, Challenges & Skills!

We are blessed, excited, and over the moon to bring you this conversation. In this episode of Wise Mind: A DBT Podcast, Raich and Maddy sit down with Dr. Salena Justice, our podcast specialist in all things autism. Salena is a psychologist from the US who specialises in working alongside autistic adults, particularly those with high-masking presentations, providing assessment and support. She is incredibly skilled, deeply passionate, and a true wealth of knowledge.In this episode we explore what masking is and the hidden costs that can come with it, as well as some of the strengths and challenges autistic people may experience. We also discuss the overlap with other diagnoses and how clinicians can use DBT, and more importantly neuro-affirming DBT skills, to better support autistic individuals. The conversation also touches on autistic burnout and what may help if you are struggling with some of the challenges associated with autism. This is an episode you don’t want to miss.If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to like, follow, and comment to show us the love. We’ve also launched our new Patreon filled with laughs, shout-outs, and bonus content, so head over and check it out.Contact us:wisemindcollective.com.auOrInstagram + Facebook - Wisemind DBT PodcastInstagram: dr.salenajusticeCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.