Vanessa D'Souza: From Diagnosis to Advocacy: Understanding Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing

In this episode of "We're Not Your Typical," we welcome Vanessa, also known as The Autistic Chef, who shares her inspiring journey of being diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorder later in life. At 39, Vanessa reflects on her experiences and the challenges she has faced, particularly related to feeding issues and sensory sensitivities around food. She discusses how her passion for cooking emerged as a coping mechanism and highlights her recent appearance on MasterChef, where she impressively reached the semifinals. Join us as Vanessa sheds light on the importance of raising awareness for neurodivergence, especially ADHD, and the unique intersection of her culinary expertise and personal experiences. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.