Meet the Speakers
Neurodiversity in Harmony Summit
March 7th 2025
Meet your Host
Samantha Foote
Hi I’m Samantha, a board-certified music therapist, a Positive Discipline Parent Educator, and a registered Music Together teacher.
I’ll be your facilitator throughout this Live Summit and a keynote speaker. I am so excited to connect with you!
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THE SPEAKERS
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Here are the amazing speakers you’ll hear from at The Reawakened Mom Summit
introducing
THE SPEAKERS
Now the part you’ve been waiting for.
Here are the amazing speakers you’ll hear from at The Reawakened Mom Summit
Now the part you’ve been waiting for.
Here are the amazing speakers you’ll hear from at The Reawakened Mom Summit
introducing
THE SPEAKERS
Now the part you’ve been waiting for.
Here are the amazing speakers you’ll hear from at The Reawakened Mom Summit
Now the part you’ve been waiting for.
Here are the amazing speakers you’ll hear from at The Reawakened Mom Summit
introducing
THE SPEAKERS
Now the part you’ve been waiting for.
Here are the amazing speakers you’ll hear from during The Neurodiverity in Harmony Summit
introducing
THE SPEAKERS
Now the part you’ve been waiting for.
Here are the amazing speakers you’ll hear from at The Neurodiversity in Harmony Summit
Keynote 9:35 am - 9:55am MST
Keynote: Katey Fortun
Katey Fortun went from a struggling student with dyslexia to a college graduate, Interior Designer, multimillion-dollar Account Executive, University Lecturer, Motivational Speaker, and podcast host. She never gives up!With a diverse career and a passion for inspiring others, Katey shares her journey to empower people of all ages. Speaking is her superpower, and she finds joy in connecting with students and audiences worldwide. She is dedicated to building the Different Ability® brand, championing the belief that everyone’s unique abilities should shine.
Panel #1: 9:55am - 11:10am MST
Practical Strategies for Parenting Neurodivergent Children
Dr. Michelle Alden
Healthy Foundations
Michelle is a licensed professional counselor with a doctorate in human services. She is also an adoption expert and parent coach, specializing in helping parents of children with challenging behaviors.Adopted from foster care at six years old, Michelle brings both personal experience and professional expertise to her work. With over 20 years of experience working with foster and adopted children and more than 12 years supporting families in their homes, she is dedicated to helping parents navigate the complexities of raising children with unique needs.
FREE GIFT
Free 30 minute coaching session with Dr. Michelle Alden
GIVEAWAY for VIP: Book- Parenting Emotionally Distressed Kids: Build a Bridge to Better Behaviors
Gain a better understanding of your child's brain and how to bridge the gaps driving their poor behaviors. Find proven methods to establish safety in your home and build your confidence as a parent.
Valued at $19.99 (Giving away 2!)
Theresa AlexanderInman
Parent Coach
Theresa is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS), and Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASCDS). With over 15 years of experience working with autistic children and their families, she is deeply committed to supporting and empowering both her clients and the broader community. Theresa is passionate about creating meaningful change through education, advocacy, and engagement, helping families navigate the challenges and celebrate the strengths of neurodiversity.
Dr. Satya Sardonicus
Dr. Satya Wellness
Dr. Satya Sardonicus is a chiropractor and the creator of the NeuroFascial Flow Method (NFFM). Her work integrates the neurobiology of stress, fascia release, and trauma-informed care to help individuals and families heal from chronic tension, trauma, and overwhelm. As a former pediatric specialist, Dr. Satya is passionate about supporting parents and children in navigating their unique journeys with neurodivergence and chronic stress. Through her innovative approach, she empowers others to cultivate resilience and well-being in a way that honors the body's natural healing processes.
FREE GIFT
Help Your Neurodivergent Child Thrive with Nervous System Awareness and Fascia HealingDiscover practical strategies to help your child regulate, build resilience, and thrive—starting today.https://drsatyawellness.com/thrive-guide
Tyler Mitchell
Strategy Consultant and ADHD Advocate
Tyler Mitchell is a Strategy Consultant and ADHD advocate, but above all, he is a dedicated father of five—three of whom are neurodivergent. Having received his own late diagnosis of ADHD, Tyler understands firsthand both the challenges and joys of parenting neurodivergent children while managing his own neurodiversity. His mission is to help parents and professionals transform overwhelming situations into manageable, actionable steps. By sharing strategies that have worked in his own life, Tyler strives to create environments where neurodiversity is not just understood but celebrated, allowing individuals to thrive.
Danielle Sullivan
Neurodiverging
Danielle Sullivan (she/they) is an autistic and ADHD coach, educator, and parent who specializes in helping neurodivergent individuals and families thrive. As the founder of Neurodiverging Coaching, Danielle combines her expertise in positive psychology, trauma-informed learning, and neuroscience with her lived experience as a late-identified autistic adult. Through coaching, workshops, and resources, Danielle empowers parents raising neurodivergent children to embrace compassionate, research-backed strategies that build stronger connections and foster growth. When she’s not supporting others, Danielle homeschools her two neurodivergent children and advocates for creating a more inclusive, anti-ableist world.
FREE GIFT
I'm excited to offer Find Your Calm: Easy Techniques for Everyday Stress - my on-demand class to teach you simple but powerful ways to help you (and your kids) feel calmer and more in control. We’ll go over easy-to-use techniques like grounding, visualization, and body scanning - perfect for managing stress, big emotions, and everyday overwhelm. These exercises are designed to fit into a busy life, so you can use them anytime, anywhere. Whether you're new to emotional regulation or just looking for more tools, this workshop will give you practical, effective strategies to support yourself and your family. Usually $19, but you get it free with the code CALM. https://neurodiverging.thrivecart.com/find-your-calm/?coupon=CALM
VIP Giveaway
Creating Your Personalized Overwhelm Plan Course
Explore your personal triggers for overwhelm and learn proactive strategies to regulate before it escalates. 3 hours of video, 2 workbooks, worth $99.
Danielle is giving away 10!
DJ Stutz
Imperfect Heroes
DJ is an Early Childhood Specialist, Parent Coach, and host of the Imperfect Heroes Podcast, as well as the author of three children’s books. With over 20 years of classroom experience and a deep passion for supporting families, DJ helps parents of young children navigate the challenges of early childhood with confidence and love. She specializes in teaching practical strategies for building strong relationships, instilling values, and fostering resilience. A sought-after workshop leader and public speaker, DJ is known for her compassionate approach and actionable advice. Through her books, podcast, and coaching, she empowers parents to embrace the imperfections of parenting while creating joyful, thriving family lives.
Keynote 11:10-11:30 am MST
Keynote: Samantha Foote
Samantha is a neurodivergent mom to three neurodivergent children. She is a board-certified neurologic music therapy fellow, founder of Boise Music Therapy Company, and host of the Every Brain is Different Podcast. Samantha is also a Positive Discipline parent educator and a registered Music Together teacher.
Panel #2: 11:35am-12:45pm - MST
Advocacy, Self-Care, and Holistic Approaches
Michelle Choairy
Collective Wisdom 4 Complex Kids
Michelle Choairy is a mom of a complex child and the Founder of Collective Wisdom for Complex Kids, a support group for mothers with children with disabilities. She is a bilingual, international keynote speaker known for guiding families from confusion to clarity in raising complex children. Michelle has collaborated with organizations like Apraxia Kids, March of Dimes, and Special Olympics, drawing from her personal journey to find solutions.
Bryson Tarbet
That Music Teacher, LLC
Bryson is a passionate advocate for inclusive music education, transitioned from a career as a PreK-6th grade general music teacher to full-time instructional coach. With a Bachelor’s of Music in Music Education from Ohio Wesleyan University and a Master of Music in Music Education with a Kodály emphasis from Capital University, Bryson brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his work.
Jill Wright
Grow Like a Mother
Jill Wright is an award-winning speaker and author who helps working moms find balance, battle burnout, and create the life they dream of. Through her SuperMom Quiz, signature Time Magic framework and intuitive approach to self-care, Jill empowers mothers to take control of their time so that they can prioritize what matters most.Jill is a mom of 4, the host of the Grow Like a Mother podcast, and founder of The Village, a thriving community for mompreneurs to come together to learn, support one another, share resources, and build lasting relationships.
FREE GIFT
Are you a co-operative visionary, a passionate adventurer, a relationship builder, or an energized achiever? Each of us resonates with one of these archetypes, and knowing which one YOU are will help you better understand where your time leaks are, and how to fix them! Take this fun, fast quiz to find out your time management style, and get expert advice from Jill Wright on how to increase your productivity AND your rest.
GIVEAWAY for VIP: Complimentary Time Magic Session
In 1 60 minute 1:1 session we’ll work together to create a time management strategy tailored just for you. One that is rooted in your unique strengths, priorities, and lifestyle. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach; it’s a guided experience for parents who are ready to take back control of their time.
Valued at $150
Scotti Weintraub
Reframe Parenting
Scotti Weintraub, MA, founder of Reframe Parenting, is aschool navigator, problem-solver, educator, resource-sharer & forged-in-fire parent advocate. She knows exactly how hard it is to support a child who’s struggling at school. Parenting her own 2 teens has taught her about unexpected things like anxiety, ADHD, and learning disabilities and the exhausting process of advocating with schools. She launched Reframe Parenting to share her hard-won successes and strategies to save other parents time and heartache.
FREE GIFT
Teacher Communication Cheat Sheet A framework for communicating with your child's teacher even when it's hard.
GIVEAWAY for VIP: Build Your School Support Dream Team training
Build the support around your child at school that they need to thrive with this short training (including worksheets). Learn the key players and plan who you'll recruit for an all-start support team. Valued at $27, Scott is giving away 10.
Jenny Drennan
WeThrive Learning
Jenny Drennan is the Founder of WeThrive Learning, specializing in empowering learners and young adults through individualized instruction. As a Board Certified Educational Therapist, she focuses on students with ADHD and math and language processing challenges, leveraging best practices and the latest research. WeThrive Learning offers tailored global support while considering complex learning profiles.
FREE GIFT
In this video and document, I guide you through understanding your homework preferences to maximize your efficiency and free time. By completing the learning profile, you'll identify your best working times, study habits, and project completion styles. Knowing these preferences will help you work smarter and have more time for things you love. You can walk through this process with your children as well to give them the same insight! Enjoy exploring your unique learning style!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sl12uS9ghgqpNd5xR5P0_UBO_-QaCuBwgMjx0Xw9Dtw/edit?usp=sharing
GIVEAWAY for VIP: Strategies to Thrive at Home
Welcome to WeThrive Learning's Strategies to Thrive at Home: Parent Freebies Course! As an educational therapy and ADHD coaching practice, WeThrive Learning is dedicated to empowering neurodiverse learners and their families with research-based strategies and individualized support. This free course offers a glimpse into our approach, combining expert insights with actionable tools to help your child thrive at home and beyond.
Valued at $450
Natalie Jurado
Rooted In
Natalie Jurado is the founder of Rooted In, a line of therapeutic magnesium infused moisturizers that actively calm and relax your mood. She is a sought after thought leader, educator and speaker and has worked at the forefront of the wellness industry for over 8 years. She’s considered an expert in all things magnesium and her mission is to spread awareness of this powerful mineral to all who struggle to live their most vibrant lives.
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