Publications & Writing
Robin enjoys sharing information that helps neurodivergent adults and couples thrive. ​
Below are a few of her published contributions. ​
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"Knot So Neurotypical"
"Uniquely Us: Gracefully Navigating the Maze of Neurodiverse Marriage, Autism and Faith".
by Dr. Stephanie & Dan Holmes, Contributing Author: Robin Tate
"Empowering Autistic Voices in Education: Dismantling Barriers and Building Bridges toward Authentic Inclusion".
By Dr. Stephanie Holmes, Contributing Author: Robin Tate
Robin has been honored to be selected by Dr. Stephanie C. Holmes to contribute to these two books, bringing both her professional expertise and her own lived experience to the work.
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Chapter 8: "Navigating the Maze of Executive Function Differences & Challenges: ASD, ADHD & AuDHD"​
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Missed follow-through, mismatched planning, conflict over time and household tasks — couples read these as indifference or resistance when they may be rooted in neurology, not personality or character. What divides them is rarely the forgotten task. It is the difference in perspective, and the misunderstanding that intent is not the same as impact. Robin maps each partner's executive function strengths and challenges, builds systems around strengths rather than gaps, and addresses emotional regulation alongside the practical breakdowns. She then redefines what "fair" means at home: dividing responsibilities based on each person's strengths and challenges, and on mutual agreements, rather than on invisible expectations neither partner ever named. Written for each partner and every neurotype — not techniques for fixing a spouse, but a shared language for building connection between different brain types.
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"Conventional relationship counselling needs to be adapted... Uniquely Us explains the adaptations." — from the Foreword by Professor Tony Attwood, author of Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals
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"Uniquely Us is a must-read for clinicians, coaches, and those who live with, love, and do life with someone who is Neurodivergent." — Leslie Vernick, MSW, author of The Emotionally Destructive Marriage
Perfect for couples, therapists, coaches, and clergy seeking expert guidance on neurodiverse relationships.
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Chapter 7: "Accommodations: The Need for Collaboration and a Path Forward for Students"
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​Federal law guarantees accommodations without ever defining them, and a signed IEP is only the beginning; implementation is where the real difficulty starts. Robin untangles what schools and families keep confusing: accommodations change how a student learns; modifications change what they learn. She identifies sixth and ninth grade as the windows when unrecognized executive function needs to surface, and names the barriers honestly — teacher overwhelm, missing training, large class sizes, and the persistent belief that support is an unfair advantage. She is candid that the research on effectiveness remains thin; accommodations are meant to be one tool, scaffolded alongside research-based interventions. Some fade as competence grows; some return or are added with the next developmental demand; and some are permanent because access to learning requires them. The chapter closes with two teacher-ready appendices, including a Behavior Recognition Tool to help identify what may be happening beneath a student's behavior.
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"I cannot emphasize enough the importance of both parents and teachers working together as a team." — from the Foreword by Dr. Temple Grandin, author of Thinking in Pictures and The Autistic Brain
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Perfect for educators, administrators, parents, and advocates seeking practical guidance on offering individualized accommodations while encouraging students and maximizing their potential.
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Publications showcase the professional expertise of Robin Tate LLC for promotional and educational purposes. All case studies and examples have been anonymized and may represent composite experiences. Content does not constitute legal, therapeutic, or individualized advice. Individual results vary. Consult qualified professionals for specific situations.