Quietly Autistic at Last
Quietly Autistic at Last
A podcast for the women who were always "a little different"—but never had the words for why.
Hosted by Dr. Allison Sucamele, a woman diagnosed with autism later in life, this podcast explores the quiet, often-overlooked experiences of neurodivergent women who spent years—sometimes decades—masked, misunderstood, or misdiagnosed.
Each episode is a gentle unraveling of what it means to be quietly autistic at last: the grief of being missed, the relief of being named, the power of self-recognition, and the beauty of finally feeling seen.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, self-identifying, or just beginning to wonder… this space is for you. Tender truths, lived stories, unmasking, and self-compassion—one quiet conversation at a time.
Quietly Autistic at Last
# 5 - When You Finally Understand Yourself… and Others Still Don’t
In this episode of Quietly Autistic at Last, we explore the quiet power of self-understanding after a late-in-life autism diagnosis. While diagnosis can feel like a homecoming, it doesn’t guarantee that others will suddenly understand—or even try to. Together, we’ll look at the gap between self-recognition and social recognition, the grief and liberation that can coexist, and the strategies for staying grounded in your truth even when others can’t see it.
This conversation offers gentle reflections, practical supports, and reminders that you are not alone in navigating this new chapter.
🌐 Resources & Links
- Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
- The National Autistic Society
- AANE – Asperger/Autism Network
- Psychology Today – Find a Therapist
- CAT-Q (Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire – Online)
– a self-report questionnaire that measures the degree to which autistic people mask or camouflage their traits in social settings.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This podcast is for educational and reflective purposes only. It is not a substitute for therapy, diagnosis, or medical advice. If you are struggling with your mental health, please reach out to a licensed professional. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 in the U.S. for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or find your local emergency number if you’re outside the U.S.
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