
This is What I Have to Say

I’m Pretty Hopeful, Actually
There’s limitless potential out there, even with less-than-ideal systems, structures, and circumstances.


It Isn’t You—The Kids Are Just Mentally Unwell
It isn’t you, and it isn’t the autism or ADHD either.


Ableism in Speech-Language Pathology: It is Not Just Autism
In part 1 of discussing ableism within the field of speech-language pathology, I focus on the impact being the “expert” has on how we judge others.

The Dilemma of Social Skills Therapy Part 2: Adolescence
Without incorporating the autistic perspective, social skills therapy is helping no one.

The Dilemma of Social Skills Therapy Part 1: The Young Child
Social skills therapy often starts at a young age with the purpose of suppressing autistic social skills in favor of neurotypical ones. This called autistic masking, and it can be deadly.