For too long, support has centered compliance.
For too long, masking has been mistaken for success.
For too long, accommodations have been treated as special treatment.
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NeuroAffirm X exists to shift that narrative.
Barry Prizant
Dr. Barry Prizant is one of the world’s leading voices in autism and neurodiversity, with over 50 years of experience supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families. He is the co-author of the SCERTS Model and author of the best-selling book Uniquely Human, a groundbreaking reframe of how we understand autism.
Meghan Ashley
Meghan Ashley, LPC is a licensed counselor, autism specialist, and TEDx speaker who supports individuals and families in understanding themselves and embracing their authenticity. Drawing from both her professional background and lived experience as a parent of two autistic children, she empowers families with practical, neuroaffirming approaches to support.
Andi Putt
Andi Putt is a pediatric speech-language pathologist and autism specialist who supports children and families through evaluation and communication-focused care. As the founder of Mrs. Speechie P and a neurodivergent clinician herself, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work as a disability advocate.
TJ aka Nigh Functioning Autism
TJ is an autistic advocate and the voice behind Nigh Functioning Autism, a platform dedicated to reshaping how autism is understood through lived experience. She creates content that brings visibility to the internal experiences often missed in traditional narratives…supporting more respectful, nuanced, and neurodiversity-affirming conversations across families, professionals, and communities.
Casey Ehrlich
Casey Ehrlich, PhD, is a leading researcher on PDA in the United States, as well as the founder and CEO of At Peace Parents. Drawing from both her research and lived experience as a parent of PDA children, she has supported thousands of families with practical, science-backed, neuroaffirming approaches.
Destiny Huff
Dr. Destiny Huff, LPC, is a licensed counselor and founder of Destiny Huff Consulting, helping parents of neurodivergent learners secure the support their children need in school. She provides compassionate, identity-affirming guidance grounded in a neuroaffirming lens to help students thrive in school and life.
Amy & Jac, Autism Level Up!
Jac and Amy are the co-founders of Autism Level Up!, supporting autistic individuals and their partners with neuroaffirming strategies. Jac is an autistic advocate and PhD, bringing lived experience and expertise in data and accessible tools. Amy is an occupational therapist, developmental psychologist, co-author of the SCERTS Model, and TEDx speaker, combining professional knowledge with lived experience to empower the autism community.
Otto Lana
Otto is a 19-year-old autistic self-advocate and high school senior from San Diego who champions the right to communicate. He has presented nationally on communication access, AAC, and inclusion, and serves on advisory boards for the Department of Developmental Services and Universal Design for Learning. Otto is also a writer, award-winning activist, and co-founder of the MOD Squad, a youth-led initiative promoting belonging and accessibility for all.
Naureen Hunani
Naureen is a neurodivergent registered dietitian, clinical supervisor, and founder of RDs for Neurodiversity, supporting children and families with feeding challenges through a trauma-informed, weight-inclusive, and neuroaffirming approach. With over 18 years of experience and a parent to two neurodivergent children, she has shared her expertise at national and international conferences and was honored with ASAN’s Nothing About Us Without Us Award for advancing justice-oriented care.
Sonny Jane Wise
Sonny Jane Wise is a neurodivergent, queer, and disabled advocate, keynote speaker, and author who leads conversations on neurodiversity through lived experience. She is the creator of the original Neurodivergent Umbrella graphic and author of We’re All Neurodiverse and The Neurodivergent Friendly Workbook of DBT Skills. Drawing on her lived experience and expertise, Sonny empowers schools, organizations, and communities to build neuroinclusive spaces and challenge deficit-based narratives.
Laura Petix
Laura Petix, known as OT Butterfly, is a licensed pediatric occupational therapist, neurodivergent mom, and advocate for neurodiversity inclusion. She helps parents understand how sensory processing shapes behavior and learning, providing practical strategies to support engagement and growth. Drawing on her clinical expertise and personal experience, Laura empowers families to embrace neurodiversity and foster environments where every child can thrive.
Chloe Estelle
Chloe Estelle is an autistic advocate, mentor, and coach who supports autistic individuals and their communities through her work in the nonprofit space. She brings a neuroaffirming, lived-experience perspective to her work in community building and media, including serving as Autism Sensitivity Coordinator for the film Horsegirls.
Jessie Ginsburg (aka Sensory SLP)
Jessie is the founder of Sensory SLP and creator of the NeuroAffirm Therapy Academy. She’s trained thousands of SLPs to build sensory-safe, neurodiversity-affirming therapy spaces that truly connect with kids. Jessie is known for her bold, compassionate teaching style that makes complex concepts feel simple, doable, and fun.
Chris Wenger (aka Speech Dude)
Chris is a nationally recognized SLP, speaker, and co-creator of NeuroAffirm. He’s known for blending humor, storytelling, and evidence-based strategies to help professionals rethink traditional therapy models. Chris’s sessions leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to revolutionize your practice.
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