In this episode of Real Integrative Medicine, Dr. Jordan Robertson sits down with Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken to explore a topic that’s often misunderstood: autism, especially in women.

We unpack what late diagnoses can mean for confidence, self-compassion, and care. You’ll learn how autistic burnout differs from depression and stress, why so many women go undiagnosed, and why support and accommodation matter with or without a label.

Whether you're autistic, neurodivergent, or just curious, this episode offers thoughtful insights, compassion, and a much-needed reframe of what it means to belong.

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Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken, ND is the Founder of Tranquil Minds, a series of educational and clinical programming for anxious people, and author of the best-selling book Create Calm. With a decade of clinical experience in treating anxiety and mental health, Katie’s passion is helping people step back into the driver's seat of their life, reconnect with their inner peace and move their decision-driver from fear to love. She lives in Guelph, Ontario, with her family.

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Dr. Jordan Robertson is a leader in naturopathic and integrative medicine. She is dedicated to evidence-based healthcare and founded The Confident Clinician, which empowers practitioners with up-to-date research and practical tools. With over 15 years in clinical practice and experience teaching at McMaster University’s Health Sciences program, she bridges the gap between research and real-world application.

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