Neuro-Allies in Therapy:
Non-Autistic Clinicians Working with Neurodivergent Clients

(3.0 CEs available for psychologists to purchase separately)

 This presentation will transform how therapists understand and work with their autistic clients. Drawing on lived experience, research, and best practices, Monica Werner and Kat Sharpe will introduce new methods to support the development of an authentic understanding of the autistic developmental experience. They will address the challenges of living in a neurotypical—and often rigid—society and offer approaches and tools to help clients become strong, proud, and successful self-advocates.

Here are just a few reviews from clinicians who have seen this presentation:

“This webinar was exceptional. Monica and Kat’s in-depth discussions of Autistic culture, assimilative masking vs. integrative masking, and the journey to developing a sense of self were invaluable to my work with Autistic clients. I highly recommend this workshop!” — Maria Zimmitti, psychologist

“This presentation was absolutely amazing! I really loved it on so many levels. The visuals were incredibly helpful in better understanding an Autistic individual's perspective and what clinicians can do to help their clients at all different life stages.” — Christy Donley, licensed clinical professional counselor

Monica Adler Werner, LCPC is a counselor and educator, specializing in program development, executive function interventions, and supporting neurodivergent people.  She is a coauthor of the Unstuck and On Target interventions (Brookes, 2011, 2014, 2023, 2025) and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to develop and establish the evidence basis for the spiraling curricula. She consults extensively with schools and provides trainings to professionals on executive functions, neurodivergence, and developing collaborative problem solving systems. Formerly she was in the leadership at the Ivymount School where she served as Director of Training, Consulting and Program Development (2017-18) and the Director of the Model Asperger Program (MAP, 2008-2017).  In that capacity she developed a school that integrates social learning curriculum and emphasizes problem solving, self-advocacy and self-regulation--while keeping students on track academically.  She has a BA from the University of Pennsylvania, an MA from Johns Hopkins, and a MAC from Palo Alto University.

Kat Sharp is an educator and researcher specializing in autism and neurodiversity-affirming interventions. She holds a BA in Education & Social Transformation and Psychology, with an emphasis on Disability studies, from the University of California, Los Angeles. Kat's research focuses on autistic masking and the autonomy of autistic students. As a Clinical Research Coordinator at Children’s National Hospital, Kat works on studies to improve executive functioning and quality of life for autistic youth. Kat has supported studies on understanding mental healthcare barriers for autistic LGBTQIA+ young adults, led social skills interventions at the PEERS Clinic, and coordinated the Unstuck & On Target: High School program. Kat's leadership experience includes directing the AllBrains Peer Mentoring program at UCLA and founding the UCLA Neurodiversity Network, advocating for neurodivergent communities. Kat's work emphasizes inclusive environments, supporting autistic adolescents' transition to adulthood, and understanding autistic culture. 

CEs: Psychologists have the option to purchase 3 CEs for an additional $35. This workshop is approved for CEs by The Stixrud Group (TSG). TSG is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Stixrud Group maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 
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