Our PEERS Coaches
Natasha Benenson, M.Ed. BCC CAS Intake & Assessment Coordinator
Allison Kennedy, BIS PEERS Young Adult Group Facilitator
Allison Kennedy, BIS PEERS Young Adult Group Facilitator
As the founder of The Neuro-Affirming Coach, LLC, I combine my personal lived experience as a neurodivergent professional with over 20 years of expertise in vocational rehabilitation and special education. With a Master of Education in Special Education and certifications as a Board Certified Coach and Certified Autism Specialist.
My coac
As the founder of The Neuro-Affirming Coach, LLC, I combine my personal lived experience as a neurodivergent professional with over 20 years of expertise in vocational rehabilitation and special education. With a Master of Education in Special Education and certifications as a Board Certified Coach and Certified Autism Specialist.
My coaching is rooted in the belief that social and professional success shouldn't be a guessing game. By merging my academic background with the technical protocols of PEERS® and Thrive-Ability, I help my clients replace the exhaustion of masking with a repeatable, sustainable "source code" for career success.
Allison Kennedy, BIS PEERS Young Adult Group Facilitator
Allison Kennedy, BIS PEERS Young Adult Group Facilitator
Allison Kennedy, BIS PEERS Young Adult Group Facilitator
As a teenager, I discovered a strong interest in supporting students with disabilities, which led me to pursue a career in Special Education. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Individualized Study in Special Education from James Madison University, allowing me to become a Dual Endorsed Special Education Teacher (K–12 General and Adapted) in
As a teenager, I discovered a strong interest in supporting students with disabilities, which led me to pursue a career in Special Education. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Individualized Study in Special Education from James Madison University, allowing me to become a Dual Endorsed Special Education Teacher (K–12 General and Adapted) in Virginia. I am currently a Master of Education student at the University of Virginia, completing the course sequence toward becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). I have three years of experience teaching in a classroom setting.
As a PEERS Young Adult Facilitator, I bring my experience as an educator to foster meaningful social skill development in young adults. I believe in a multi-modal approach to teaching that includes hands-on practice and real-life application of skills. I also prioritize building students’ self-confidence and supporting their individual growth and independence.
Traci Rodammer, M.S. M.Ed. PEERS Social Coach Group Facilitator
Allison Kennedy, BIS PEERS Young Adult Group Facilitator
Traci Rodammer, M.S. M.Ed. PEERS Social Coach Group Facilitator
I began my career as a Montessori educator, where I was trained to foster independence, self-discipline, and a love for learning through careful observation and tailored experiences. My work focused on holistic development—creating "prepared environments" that provide concrete, hands-on opportunities for growth.
As the parent of a neurodiv
I began my career as a Montessori educator, where I was trained to foster independence, self-discipline, and a love for learning through careful observation and tailored experiences. My work focused on holistic development—creating "prepared environments" that provide concrete, hands-on opportunities for growth.
As the parent of a neurodivergent young adult, I bring more than just professional training to my coaching; I bring a wealth of practical, real-life experience. I understand the daily joys and complexities of navigating a neurotypical world from the inside out, and I use that lived perspective to ensure my coaching is both deeply empathetic and grounded in reality.
Our Support Team
Griffin Woodward Social Media Guru
Brady Moore Technical Wizard & Data Miner
Brady Moore Technical Wizard & Data Miner
In a landscape that moves at the speed of a scroll, I make sure we’re never trailing behind. Whether it’s spotting the next viral TikTok trend before it hits the mainstream or breaking down exactly why a killer Reel on Instagram is capturing everyone's attention, I live and breathe the "now."
Brady Moore Technical Wizard & Data Miner
Brady Moore Technical Wizard & Data Miner
Brady Moore Technical Wizard & Data Miner
In the world of neuro-affirming support, there is often a tug-of-war between "what the data says" and "how the person feels." My goal is to end that conflict.
My background provides the foundation for this balance:
- Academic Roots: I earned my undergraduate degree from the University of Lynchburg and my Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling
In the world of neuro-affirming support, there is often a tug-of-war between "what the data says" and "how the person feels." My goal is to end that conflict.
My background provides the foundation for this balance:
- Academic Roots: I earned my undergraduate degree from the University of Lynchburg and my Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling from West Virginia University.
- The "Special Blend": I’ve built my career on a unique perspective—understanding what high-quality services look like from the individual’s viewpoint while simultaneously utilizing objective data analysis to ensure those services actually work.
I don't believe in "one-size-fits-all" metrics. I believe in using data to honor the person, ensuring that every strategy we implement is both clinically sound and personally meaningful. Whether we are building a "Launchpad" for a young graduate or helping an adult find new motivation, I’m here to make sure the path is backed by evidence and driven by empathy.
Aurora Seraphia Head of Security
Brady Moore Technical Wizard & Data Miner
Aurora Seraphia Head of Security
Aurora got a ruff start in life, but landed on her paws when she joined the Neuro-Affirming Coach. Her primary responsibilities include guarding our office and protecting our team from evil-doers. She is also known to occasionally crash a zoom meeting to see what's going on and how she can help out.