Autism Awareness Month: Celebrating Neurodiversity at Center for NeuroWellness

Kathleen Boss, Psy.D.

April is Autism Awareness Month—a time to recognize and celebrate the many ways individuals on the autism spectrum experience and engage with the world. At the Center for NeuroWellness, we are proud to support neurodivergent individuals and families in a way that honors their strengths, supports their needs, and respects their unique ways of being.

Neurodiversity is a natural part of the human experience. People on the autism spectrum may process sensory information differently, communicate in diverse ways, or have deeply focused interests and routines that bring them joy and stability. These differences are not problems to be fixed, but rather qualities to be understood and supported.

This month, and every month, we are committed to creating a culture of acceptance, understanding, and inclusion. That means:

Respecting each person’s individual preferences and communication style
Offering sensory-aware, affirming therapeutic spaces
Supporting executive functioning, emotional regulation, and stress management in ways that align with each individual’s goals
Working with families to build connection, reduce overwhelm, and support healthy routines
Continuing to learn from the voices of self-advocates and the broader neurodiversity movement

At the Center for NeuroWellness, we provide comprehensive evaluations for individuals across the lifespan who may be on the autism spectrum. Our approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and strengths-based—aimed at helping individuals and families gain clarity, access support, and better understand how their brain works. Evaluations are not about labeling—they’re about insight, self-awareness, and creating a foundation for meaningful support.

How to support Autism Awareness Month:

Learn from individuals on the spectrum who are sharing their stories and expertise
Ask how you can make your environments more inclusive and sensory-friendly
Challenge assumptions about how people “should” think, feel, or communicate
Celebrate the diverse ways people connect, create, and thrive

Neurodiversity enriches all of us. This April, let’s celebrate the strengths and perspectives of people on the autism spectrum and continue building a world that makes space for everyone.

With respect and support,
The Center for NeuroWellness

Dr. Kathleen Boss is the Clinical Director at the Center for NeuroWellness. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in assessing children and adolescents with ADHD, learning differences, and emotional and behavioral challenges.