frequently asked questions

About

Who is Freedom? (he/they/she)
Freedom is a Black, trans genderfree, *neuroexpansive cultural advocate and the founder of BlackAuDHD. He is a lifelong learner who values culturally-responsive praxis, presuming competence, and building futures of care that exist beyond systems and institutions of oppression. They offer consulting, peer support (no cost), and job coaching (no-cost).

How do we meet?

Online via Zoom. Video is optional for all participants (including Freedom) and sessions most often resemble a phone call. Live transcriptions are available.

Do I have to communicate with my voice?

No. You are welcome to use chat, AAC, or assistive technology during the session.

What are Freedom's boundaries?

I value mutuality and peer relationships where 'no' is mutually accepted. I do not feel comfortable listening to graphic specifics regarding SA or physical abuse. Individuals are welcome to request up to one session per week. While it is rare, I reserve the right to refuse services.

Consulting ($250/hr)

What kind of consulting does Freedom offer?

Freedom meets with non-Black providers, practitioners, and leaders of organizations who are learning to culturally and competently support hyper-marginalized Black folks. To request consulting, please contact blackaudhd@gmail.com.

Peer Support (No-Cost)

What is peer support?

Peer support strategies can depend on who is supporting. BlackAuDHD is an invitation to talk, process lived experiences, generate care plans, navigate conflict resolution, and ask for advice. Peer support is offered to those who meet the criteria below and is provided at no-cost.

Am I eligible for no-cost support?

If you answer 'yes' to both of the questions below, you are eligible for no-cost 1:1 support:

1) Are you a queer, trans, or nonbinary Black peer?

2) Are you *neuroexpansive or disabled?

How do I sign up for peer support?

Freedom is not accepting new participants for peer support at this time. To explore a list of providers who offer abolition-centered care, please click here.

Job Coaching (No-Cost)

What kind of coaching does Freedom offer?

As a job coach, Freedom offers a sociopolitical, intersectional approach to navigating work and job decisions. He's worked within hiring and consulting spaces for over 7 years and has a breadth of experience as a Black hyper-marginalized person in Corporate America. Their goal is to use what they've learned to help mitigate the burdens of working in “professional” capitalist spaces.

Am I eligible for no-cost coaching?

If you answer 'yes' to both of the questions below, you are eligible for coaching: