Kara Nash 9/11/25 Kara Nash 9/11/25

WNC Autism Related Resources Guide

As The Autistic Autism Consultant, I support autistic individuals, families, and professionals in navigating services with clarity, confidence, and respect for neurodiverse needs. This resource list was created to highlight local providers—prescribers, therapists, OTs, speech therapists, hairdressers, supported employment programs, group homes, and more—who come recommended by members of our community as being knowledgeable, compassionate, and effective in working with autistic people. My hope is that this guide makes it easier to find support that truly understands and honors autistic experience.

Kara Nash 9/1/25 Kara Nash 9/1/25

Suntheanine (L-Theanine) for Stress Reduction and Anxiety

Suntheanine® (a purified form of L-Theanine from green tea) is a chewable supplement that may support relaxation, reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus, and promote better sleep without causing drowsiness. I recommend it because it’s allergen-friendly, high quality, and easy to take. While not a treatment for autism, some people find it a helpful, affordable tool for managing mild anxiety, end-of-day stimulant crashes, or general stress.

Kara Nash 9/1/25 Kara Nash 9/1/25

Autism and Video Games aka To Medicate or Not to Medicate

Dopamine deficiency neurodivergence and what happens when dopamine isn’t balanced

Kara Nash 6/4/24 Kara Nash 6/4/24

6/4/24 Neurodiversity Training at Keystone Camp, Brevard

Yesterday, I gave a two-hour presentation to about 100 counselors there. It was incredibly well received. I enjoyed connecting with the counselors who came up after the talk to share with me. It was a great bunch of people. It’s heartening to see the mainstream making room for autistic voices.
Things are changing. I hope that the next generation of autistic kids will grow up in a world where they'll be heard and valued for who they are.