The #ActuallyAutistic Coach.
To Unmask is to Thrive. Let’s Start the Journey, Together.
My mission is to empower my fellow autistic humans by working to uncover and unmask, revealing our truest and best selves that have always been there.
Utilizing an array of real-world applicable strategies, self-advocacy methods, and self-regulation techniques, I assist my fellow autistic people thrive in their everyday, professional, and personal lives in a world that wasn’t built for us.
Living in a neurotypical world run by productivism is uniquely challenging for autistic people. The goal isn’t for us to conform, but to lean into our strengths and thrive.
In order for us to flourish in our modern society we have been forced to mask, to compensate, to change ourselves in order to survive. Those methods have more often than not actually harmed us, not helped us grow. Each of us has parts of ourselves hidden inside behind years and layers of accommodating society.
Many parts of our true selves, our true powers and strengths, are little known or unknown to us. I, like you, have been there. I have learned to thrive in a neurotypical world while honoring my autistic self and I want to help you thrive too by unmasking and discovering yourself. Unmasking leads to thriving and living life to the fullest extent possible. Let me assist you in showing you how via Autism Peer-Support Coaching. I offer both individual sessions as well as group workshops that have the extra benefit of connecting with your fellow autistic peers. I also offer numerous free discussion circles every month in order to create a supportive and thriving space for autistics worldwide.
Unmasking is the biggest step an autistic person can take in radically changing their life for the better.
Autistic people can, and are, taking control of our lives. We sometimes struggle with our relationships with others and ourselves. We face challenges with rejection, executive function, and coping with life. I have been there and want to share my experience with you and help guide, mentor, and coach you to a better place. I believe we all have a mission and I want to help all autistic and neurodivergent people find and pursue their purpose in life. Let’s do it. Let’s talk today about how autism life coaching can improve your life.
Autistic life coaching and peer support from someone who knows what it’s like to be #ActuallyAutistic, just like you.
“My time working with Matthew has been incredibly helpful because he gets it and I don't have to explain Autistic culture or the Autistic brain. I have appreciated his relatability and how he validates my lived experience. His approach feels very supportive, affirming, and encouraging.”
— Amber, Chicago
I discovered Matthew’s group coaching the day after I was formally diagnosed as autistic, and I signed up immediately. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I felt so supported and understood by Matthew and all the wonderful people in my group. With that support, I was able to take steps to advocate for myself and my needs in ways that I probably wouldn’t have done on my own. I’m still in touch with all the group members and so the support and community continues.
— Ryan, Vienna
Matthew is a kindhearted, skilled facilitator, makes the space welcoming, sets clear boundaries, and is passionately committed to his work and to his clients. He is sensitive to acknowledging the risks we take when revealing ourselves, to our vulnerabilities both known and undiscovered, and to intersectionality and the understanding that we aren't all having the same experience or facing the same power dynamics.
— Luz, Tuscany