Kory Andreas, LCSW-C, is a clinical psychotherapist and Autism specialist with extensive expertise in Neurodivergent-affirming care and education. With over 20 years of experience in therapy, supervision, and consulting, Kory is deeply committed to advancing affirming practices across therapeutic, educational, and workplace settings. She supports Neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ individuals through diagnostic work, direct care, and systemic change efforts. Sought-after speaker on modern Autism and Neurodivergent relationships, Kory is known for translating clinical insight into engaging, relatable instruction. She provides dynamic, accessible psychoeducational content and consultation that promotes empathy, inclusivity, and practical strategies for supporting Neurodivergence across diverse environments.
As a skilled presenter and content specialist, Kory develops and delivers accessible, impactful psychoeducational content for broad audiences. Through dynamic speaking engagements and Neurodiversity-affirming training sessions, Kory promotes awareness, empathy, and best practices, fostering inclusive and affirming approaches to Neurodivergence. Known for her passionate advocacy, her work reflects a deep commitment to education and the advancement of supportive practices in the field.
Autism in Therapy: What Needs to Change Now
A live clinical conversation on neurodiversity-affirming care with Kory Andreas, Martha Sweezy, and Sarah Bergenfield
Many clinicians have not received formal training in neurodiversity-affirming approaches to autism, resulting in a gap between traditional therapeutic models and the lived experiences of autistic clients. This 90-minute live webinar brings together leading clinicians for a dynamic, unscripted conversation on how current approaches may fall short, and what needs to change in clinical practice.
Participants will explore common areas of misattunement, examine the limitations of...Read more pathology-based frameworks, and learn how to shift toward more effective, acceptance-based care. Through case-informed discussion and integrative dialogue, this session will provide actionable strategies clinicians can apply immediately to improve therapeutic outcomes with autistic clients. Less...
Learning Objectives
- Identify at least three ways traditional therapeutic approaches may lead to misattunement with autistic clients.
- Differentiate between pathology-based and neurodiversity-affirming frameworks in clinical practice.
- Apply at least two practical strategies to improve therapeutic alignment with autistic clients.
- Describe how internal experiences (e.g., protective responses, parts) may present differently in autistic individuals.
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Learning Levels
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Live Interactive Webinar
01:00 PM EDT - 02:30 PM EDT
EARN 1.5 CE Credit Hours
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About the speakers
Kory Andreas, LCSW-C
Clinical Psychotherapist and Autism Specialist
Martha Sweezy, PhD
Assistant Professor, Harvard Medical School
Martha Sweezy, PhD, is an Assistant Professor part-time in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, a research and training consultant at the Center for Mindfulness & Compassion at the Cambridge Health Alliance, and a psychotherapist in private practice. She writes a blog on topics related to IFS for Psychology Today, and co-hosts a podcast called System Updates: IFS Chitchat. She has co-edited, authored, and co-authored eleven published books on various applications of Internal Family Systems (IFS), including Wired to Feel: Autism as a Condition of Sensory Surplus. She teaches IFS therapy nationally and internationally. Website: https://marthasweezy.com
Sarah Bergenfield
Certified Level 3 Internal Family Systems Practitioner
Sarah Bergenfield is a consultant and educator specializing in autism in forensic and clinical contexts. Her work focuses on how differences in perception, arousal, and predictive processing influence behavior, communication, and decision-making. She provides consultation and training to clinicians, legal professionals, and interdisciplinary teams, with a focus on how differences in perception, arousal, and uncertainty shape behavior and decision-making. Sarah is a Certified Level 3 IFS Practitioner.
She is the co-author of Wired to Feel, a #1 new release in neuropsychology on Amazon.
She is the co-author of Wired to Feel, a #1 new release in neuropsychology on Amazon.
Agenda
0:00–0:10 — Welcome, session overview, and learning objectives0:10–0:30 — Clinical challenges and practical interventions in autism care
0:30–0:55 — Conceptual frameworks and internal experience in autism
0:55–1:10 — Moderated panel discussion: integrating approaches and addressing clinical gaps
1:10–1:20 — Case-based application and audience interaction (poll/chat discussion)
1:20–1:30 — Live Q&A and key takeaways
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