Hello and welcome to The Autistic Autism Consultant. 

My name is Kara Nash, and I bring over two decades of experience as a registered nurse specializing in mental health. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of supporting patients and their families across various mental health settings.

I hold a certification as an "Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist" and have dedicated over 500 hours to continuing education focused on autism. I've had the honor of presenting at both local and regional autism conferences.

My journey with The Autistic Autism Consultant was born from a deep commitment to amplifying autistic voices in the care of individuals on the spectrum. As an adult with Level I Autism myself, I am particularly passionate about understanding autism and its impacts on individuals.

My primary interest lies in empowering individuals to comprehend their physical and mental well-being, aiming to alleviate the stigma, isolation, shame, anxiety, and depression often associated with an autism diagnosis.

Collaborating with a medical professional who shares lived experience with autism offers a unique perspective on navigating its challenges. Just as one wouldn’t expect a sighted person to fully grasp the experience of blindness, expecting a neurotypical provider to deeply understand autism can be equally challenging.

While my personal experience informs my approach, I recognize that every autistic individual's journey is unique. 

We'll work on a treatment plan that meets goals that you set, at the pace that feels comfortable for you.

Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working closely with hundreds of individuals on the spectrum. Additionally, I've been fortunate to deliver presentations and engage in educational interactions with hundreds more.

For more information, please subscribe to my YouTube channel at

https://www.youtube.com/@theautisticautismconsultant

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Appointments must be made, at least, 1 week ahead of time.