In this episode, Patrick Casale talks with Mim Kempson, a neurodivergent therapist, relationship expert, and now, stand-up comedian making bold moves from Australia to Montreal.

Mim offers a raw take on embracing neurodivergence and designing life—and business—around personal strengths and values. Her journey is proof that our differences can become our superpowers, whether in the therapy room or on a comedy stage.

Here are 3 key takeaways:

Context is Everything: Success as a neurodivergent professional often depends less on “fixing” ourselves and more on finding (or creating) environments where we thrive.
Leaning Into Discomfort Spurs Growth: Mim’s willingness to embrace discomfort, navigate big moves, and take creative risks led to new fulfillment in both her clinical and comedic careers.
You Don’t Have to Fit Into One Box: Therapists (and all of us) are more than just one role—exploring multiple passions can lead to richer careers and lives.

“When you put a neurodivergent person in the right context, there’s very little we can’t face.” – Mim Kempson

More about Mim:

Mim Kempson (she/her) is an AuDHD Therapist and has run her private practice in Australia for over 6 years, specializing in sex and relationship therapy for neurodivergent adults and couples. As a multi-passionate AuDHDer herself, Mim recently moved to Montreal to pursue her dream in standup comedy. Mim now runs her therapy and coaching practice fully online, seeing clients internationally.

Mim is launching a private podcast (subscription-based) called “Therapy After Hours” which will be about honouring our own needs through navigating the transition from 2025 into a new year. Check out her Instagram for more information.
Instagram: instagram.com/mimkempsonofficial
Website: mimkempson.com

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Episode 230: Therapist Turned Comedian: Embracing ADHD and Change [featuring Mim Kempson]