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Check out our fall 2026 programs and upcoming talks!


Aphantasia and Cross-Sensory Aphantasia: Not Everyone Experiences the Mind the Same Way
Aphantasia is a fascinating difference in how people experience mental imagery. Learn what aphantasia is, how it can affect everyday experiences like memory and learning, and how we can support different ways of thinking.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Sep 137 min read


Explaining OCD to Kids (and Grown-Ups Too): Understanding the Brain’s “What If?” Alarm
When people hear the term obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), they often think about handwashing, neatness, or being “super organized.” But OCD is much more than that.
At its core, OCD is often a doubt disorder. It is a condition where the brain gets stuck questioning things that other brains might let pass by. A child with OCD is not “being difficult,” “attention seeking,” or “overreacting.” Their brain is sending them confusing signals that feel very real, urgent, and imp

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
May 74 min read


Every Child, Their Own Path: Rethinking Support for Autistic Youth
Wrap-around care for autistic youth: learn how individualized, neuroaffirming therapies support communication, development, and family well-being.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Apr 194 min read


Autism Card Deck Activity for Caregivers & Therapists
An Autism Identity Sorting Deck helps autistic children explore their experiences, strengths, and needs in a gentle, neuroaffirming way—supporting self-understanding and confidence without pressure.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Feb 274 min read
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