Education
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Lesly University
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology - Smith College
Biosketch
Elena is a coach at the Asperger/Autism Network (AANE), as well as a facilitator of numerous social/support groups for teens with Autism Spectrum Disordr (ASD) profiles. While at AANE, they piloted a group for autistic teen artists and makers, as well as the one for trans, non-binary, and gender diverse teens. An educator by training, Elena also continues to work as a freelance curriculum developer and educator. They have a deep passion for supporting neurodiverse individuals in accessing the tools and skills they need to reach their full potential.