Neuro support network event

About your Featured Speakers!

Nathalie is currently the founder of LifeSpeak, LLC, and brings over a decade of experience specializing in supporting young adults with communication disorders and differences in various settings. Nathalie was most recently the Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Coordinator at Humble ISD where she led a department of over 65 SLPs and SLP-Assistants. Before this, Nathalie was a co-presenter at the 2019 Texas Speech Language Hearing Association Convention on post-secondary SLP services based on her experience serving Humble ISD’s MOSAIC Program. Nathalie obtained her Master’s degree from Wichita State University. She completed her Bachelor’s degree as well as her Communication Sciences and Disorders leveling studies at The University of Texas at Austin. At home, Nathalie is raising a simultaneous French-English bilingual 2-year-old son with her husband.

Jordan Stanley is a M.S. BCBA and founder of Evergreen Behavior Consulting. She has been in the field of ABA for 11 years. She worked in clinics, school districts, and with adults post-high school, Jordan has worked with neurodivergent people of all ages and abilities. Jordan believes in respecting the people she works with and strives to create a welcoming environment for everyone. This allows a place for behavior change, not just for the neurodivergent individual but for their support team as well. In her free time, she loves to travel and spend time with my family.

More about our Networking Group!

This networking group aims to bring together organizations, professionals, and advocates who are passionate about neurodiversity and committed to improving the lives of neurodiverse individuals and their families in Montgomery County. By collaborating and sharing best practices, resources, and expertise, we aim to create a Center of Excellence that will serve as a hub for:

Support Services: Identifying providers offering a comprehensive range of support services, including education, employment, social integration, and mental health support, tailored to the needs of neurodiverse individuals.

Research and Development: Supporting research and innovation in our community to improve our understanding and approaches to supporting and providing resources to the neurodiverse community.

Advocacy and Awareness: Raising awareness about neurodiversity and advocating for inclusive policies and practices in our community.

Training and Education: Providing training and professional development opportunities for support providers, educators, and community members to enhance their skills in working with neurodiverse individuals.

Community Engagement: Organizing events, workshops, and awareness campaigns to engage with the broader community and promote acceptance and inclusion. We believe that by pooling our expertise and resources, we can create a powerful network that will have a lasting positive impact on the lives of neurodiverse individuals and their families in Montgomery County.