Speaking & Training
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC is a parent and couples coach who can come speak to your organization about the Black side of Autism from a parenting perspective, effective parenting strategies for Black parents with a autistic child, and also for trainings for professionals on how to work with Black families from a cultural perspective.
In addition to the keynote topics below, Maria is available to do Q&A forums, small discussions, and workshops that fit the needs of your community.
Featured at:
Parent Skills Training
- Practical strategies that help you work more effectively with your child
- Practical strategies that help you build an effective support team
*Note that this training can be done in a format for parents and professionals
The Black Side of Autism:
- Looking at Autism from a cultural perspective
- Stigma within black community
*Note that this training can be done in a format for parents and for professionals
Effective Communication:
- Pillars of building healthy communication
- Different types of communication
- Tools to empower you to be an effective advocate
*Note that this training can be done in formats for parents and couples
Balancing Act:
- Finding a healthier balance in response to all your life roles
- Power of being your own advocate
- Empowerment strategies
*Note that this training can be done in formats for parents, couples, and professionals
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Autism in Black
Mission Statement
Autism in Black aims to provide support to black parents who have a child on the spectrum, through educational and advocacy services. Autism in Black is dedicated to bringing awareness to Autism Spectrum Disorder and reducing the stigma associated with ASD in the black community.