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, 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. Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with hundreds of individuals on the spectrum and have engaged with many more through educational presentations and interactions.
For inquiries regarding pricing for trainings and keynote speaking engagements, please feel free to contact me directly. I look forward to discussing how we can collaborate to enhance understanding and support for autism spectrum disorders.
Each individual's journey with autism is uniquely their own, as the saying goes: "If you've met one autistic person, you've met one autistic person."
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.
**** LGBTQIA2S+ friendly ****
Appointments must be made, at least, 1 week ahead of time.
***ESA+ provider, covers at 100%***
1:1 Sessions with Individuals or Parents
$150 - $350
Medical and Mental Health Office Visit Support
$150
hour
Public Speaking/Training Inquiries (In Person and Virtual)
$650 and up