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Autism, Addiction, and Real Recovery: My Conversation with Dr. Rob Kelly
Autism and addiction aren’t separate battles. In this episode, I ask Dr. Robb Kelly how brain change meets real-life recovery.
I sit down with Dr. Robb Kelly to explore why masking can hide addiction, how trauma shows up differently for autistic people, and what actually moves the needle in recovery. We get into mindset vs. medication, the power of routine without rigidity, and a wild classroom experiment that re-shaped how I think about labels.
You’ll hear how Dr. Robb approaches addiction when autism is in the mix, why family systems can raise success rates, and the simple morning shifts that can re-pattern a tough day. I also ask him the question many avoid: can addiction be cured—and what changes first when it is?
If you’ve wondered how to support a loved one (or yourself) with both autism and addiction, this episode opens up a practical, hopeful path—without sugarcoating.
About the Guest
Dr. Robb Kelly is a PhD psychologist and behavioral scientist with 30+ years of experience treating addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and dementia. His team reports a high success rate across 11,500+ patients, using neuroscience-informed tools and structured coaching. He’s based in San Antonio with offices in the US and Europe.
Call to action: If this helped, share it with someone who needs real support. Subscribe for more accessible conversations on autism, ADHD, and practical tools that build community and capacity. Learn more about Dr. Rob at robkelly.com.
Keywords: autism, Asperger’s, ADHD, addiction recovery, trauma, masking, routines, family systems, neurodivergent mental health, Dr. Rob Kelly
#Neurodiversity #AutismAcceptance #AddictionRecovery #TraumaInformed #FamilySystems
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265 episodes
Manage episode 521345771 series 2973073
Autism, Addiction, and Real Recovery: My Conversation with Dr. Rob Kelly
Autism and addiction aren’t separate battles. In this episode, I ask Dr. Robb Kelly how brain change meets real-life recovery.
I sit down with Dr. Robb Kelly to explore why masking can hide addiction, how trauma shows up differently for autistic people, and what actually moves the needle in recovery. We get into mindset vs. medication, the power of routine without rigidity, and a wild classroom experiment that re-shaped how I think about labels.
You’ll hear how Dr. Robb approaches addiction when autism is in the mix, why family systems can raise success rates, and the simple morning shifts that can re-pattern a tough day. I also ask him the question many avoid: can addiction be cured—and what changes first when it is?
If you’ve wondered how to support a loved one (or yourself) with both autism and addiction, this episode opens up a practical, hopeful path—without sugarcoating.
About the Guest
Dr. Robb Kelly is a PhD psychologist and behavioral scientist with 30+ years of experience treating addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and dementia. His team reports a high success rate across 11,500+ patients, using neuroscience-informed tools and structured coaching. He’s based in San Antonio with offices in the US and Europe.
Call to action: If this helped, share it with someone who needs real support. Subscribe for more accessible conversations on autism, ADHD, and practical tools that build community and capacity. Learn more about Dr. Rob at robkelly.com.
Keywords: autism, Asperger’s, ADHD, addiction recovery, trauma, masking, routines, family systems, neurodivergent mental health, Dr. Rob Kelly
#Neurodiversity #AutismAcceptance #AddictionRecovery #TraumaInformed #FamilySystems
Contact Me:
Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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