Our experts

Meet the professionals who make sure our resources are evidence-based, accurate, and up-to-date.

Behind our articles, podcasts, and digital experiences lies the expertise of professionals. Our experts come from a wide range of fields: education, mental health, medicine, activism, and public policy. And they share our commitment to support people who learn and think differently.

A professor of neuroscience. A child rights activist. A Harvard-trained psychotherapist. A National Teacher of the Year recipient. These are just a few of the exceptional individuals who serve as our thought partners, collaborators, and guides. 

Our experts bring unique perspectives to our cause. Some have the lived experience of being neurodivergent or having a child who is. Together, they ensure that our work meets the highest standards.

Explore our experts below.

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