Autism Resources: Books, Podcasts & Apps

Whether you're newly diagnosed, supporting someone on the autism spectrum, or simply looking to learn more about neurodiversity, we've compiled a comprehensive list of valuable resources. These books, podcasts, and apps have been carefully selected to provide support, education, and community for autistic individuals and their loved ones.

📚 Books

The Autistic's Guide to Self-Discovery: Flourishing as a Neurodivergent Adult by Sol Smith

A shame-busting guide that helps autistic adults understand how their brains work, recognize and embrace unique strengths, and discover tailored tools and strategies to thrive authentically and confidently in a neurotypical world.

Buy on Amazon | Publisher Website

The Neurodivergence Skills Workbook for Autism and ADHD: Cultivate Self-Compassion, Live Authentically, and Be Your Own Advocate by Jennifer Kemp and Monique Mitchelson

This workbook offers acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and self-compassion skills tailored to the needs of neurodiverse people—especially those with ADHD and Autism—to help them live authentically, take pride in their identity, increase overall well-being, and build meaningful connections.

Buy on Amazon | Publisher Website

Autistic Burnout Recovery: Your Guide to Your Personal Recovery Plan by Dr. Megan Anna Neff

This transformative guide is designed to empower individuals on the autism spectrum to manage and overcome burnout. Through interactive prompts and activities, it teaches individuals how to identify triggers, manage sensory overload, and build resilience.

Buy on Amazon | Publisher Website

Learn more at Neurodivergent Insights

But You Don't Look Autistic at All by Bianca Toeps

In this book, Bianca Toeps explains in great detail what life is like when you're autistic. She talks in a refreshing and sometimes hilarious way about different situations autistic people encounter in daily life, while looking at what science says about autism and interviewing other people with autism.

Buy on Amazon | Author Website

Additional Recommended Books:

Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity by Devon Price A groundbreaking exploration of the hidden autistic population and why so many people go undiagnosed.

Self-Care for Autistic People: 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-Stress, and Unmask! by Dr. Megan Anna Neff Practical self-care strategies specifically designed for autistic individuals.

Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum by Sarah Hendrickx Understanding the unique experiences of autistic women and girls.

🎙️ Podcasts

The Neurodivergent Woman

Hosted by clinical psychologist Monique Mitchelson and clinical neuropsychologist Michelle Livock

A podcast for neurodivergent women covering Autism to ADHD and everything in between, aiming to educate and inspire women who think differently.

Listen on Apple Podcasts | Listen on Spotify | Website

WTF is AuDHD?

Hosted by sisters Ellie and Paige

Ellie and Paige are sisters who were diagnosed late with autism and ADHD (AuDHD). This podcast shares their experiences to help others, exploring the vast manifestations of neurodivergence and emphasizing how even sisters with the same condition can look completely different.

Listen on Apple Podcasts | Listen on Spotify

Divergent Conversations

Co-hosted by Dr. Megan Anna Neff

A podcast exploring neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, and related topics from both clinical and lived experience perspectives.

Learn more at Neurodivergent Insights

Additional Recommended Podcasts:

All Autism Talk Connecting the autism community one podcast at a time with heartfelt interviews featuring individuals on the spectrum, authors, and professionals.

Autism Live The #1 rated autism podcast worldwide, providing information and inspiration to the larger autism community.

Today's Autistic Moment: A Podcast for Autistic Adults by An Autistic Adult Navigating the future of multidimensional autistic leadership.

The Autism Helper Empowering individuals who support those with autism with tools, resources, and effective methods.

Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people Hosted by Carolyn Kiel, talking with neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creators, and advocates about their lives and identities.

Spectrumly Speaking Dedicated to women on the autism spectrum, produced by Different Brains®.

Autastic: The Official Autism Podcast Covering the lighter side of living with and coping with autism.

📱 Apps

Communication Apps

Proloquo2Go An AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) app that offers customizable symbols, natural-sounding voices, and communication supports, helping users express themselves effectively. Ideal for nonspeaking or minimally speaking individuals.

Available on: iOS and Android

MITA (Mental Imagery Therapy for Autism) A pediatrician-approved app based on Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT), designed with bright, interactive puzzles to help children mentally integrate different features of objects and overcome "tunnel vision."

Available on: iOS

Educational & Development Apps

Otsimo | Special Education Supports ASD development through educational gaming and playful activities, utilizing a visual and auditory approach to help improve cognitive skills, motor skills, and communication.

Available on: iOS and Android

ABC Kids – Tracing & Phonics An educational app with cute, encouraging characters to help children learn to identify and trace letters, work on sounds from A to Z and more.

Available on: iOS and Android

Autism iHelp Features 72 real-world photos and two engaging game-like activities that help children retain vocabulary while strengthening auditory and visual memory, with progress tracking for parents.

Available on: iOS and Android

Visual Supports & Scheduling Apps

First Then Visual Schedule HD Allows families to have audio-visual representations of routines, activities, sequences and transitions at their fingertips, helping individuals with autism increase their independence and lower anxiety around certain scenarios.

Available on: iOS and Android

Choiceworks Assists with skill building through interactive schedules, timers, and cognitive aids.

Available on: iOS and Android

AutiPlan Helps children with autism manage their daily routines with visual schedules, checklists, and other organizational tools.

Available on: iOS and Android

Social Skills Apps

iCreate… Social Skills Stories Allows families and clinicians to combine visual, audio and text to create their own personalized story books with unlimited pages, all steps and storylines can be rearranged including the opportunity to import personal photos.

Available on: iOS

Let's Be Social Teaches essential social skills through interactive videos, games, and activities.

Available on: iOS and Android

Sensory & Emotional Regulation Apps

ABA Flash Cards & Games Offers over 100 emotions displayed on 500+ flashcards and multiple games to help children identify feelings and learn how to respond when they feel overwhelmed with emotions.

Available on: iOS and Android

Dexteria VMI Designed to improve fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through fun and engaging games that can enhance a child's ability to write, draw, and perform other tasks.

Available on: iOS

Learning & Academic Apps

Bitsboard Flashcards PRO An award-winning interactive learning app with more than 35 educational activities, including thousands of flashcard decks, memory cards, word builders, photo hunts, sequencing games and more.

Available on: iOS and Android

Endless Alphabet Helps children develop vocabulary skills through engaging, interactive activities.

Available on: iOS and Android

💡 Additional Resources

Community & Support

Finding Apps

When searching for autism apps, remember:

  • Look for apps with user-friendly interfaces designed for sensory sensitivities

  • Check reviews from other autistic individuals and families

  • Many apps offer free trials or lite versions to test before purchasing

  • During Autism Awareness Month (April), Apple and Samsung often offer significant discounts on autism-related apps

About This Resource Page

At Sagebrush Counseling, we understand the unique experiences and challenges faced by autistic individuals and their families. We provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy services that honor and celebrate different ways of thinking and being.

Learn more about our online therapy services in Texas

This resource page is for informational purposes only. The inclusion of any book, podcast, or app does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation for treatment. Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals for diagnosis and treatment planning.

Last Updated: October 2025

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