Bryden Carlson-Giving is a neurodivergent and disabled occupational therapy practitioner (OTP) with experience in pediatric outpatient, inpatient, and school-based settings. Bryden is the creator of Neurodivergent Nexus (www.neurodivergentnexus.com), an online resource hub supporting practitioners with challenging abilities throughout the OT process. He frequently presents at conferences, co-presented a TEDxTalk on Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice, has been a guest on numerous podcasts centering on neurodiversity. Bryden is a member of the OT Potential Advisory Board and a member of the Autism Community of Practice. He lives in Minnesota.