Let’s journey together to discover the unique ways neurodivergent individuals think, learn, and contribute to the world. Kate Dietzer and Missy Shaw of Social Connections will share practical strategies and explore healthy, functional ways to understand and interact with your loved one.

Kate Dietzer and Missy Shaw are the co-founders of Social Connections, a practice created to help young adults with developmental disabilities navigate the challenges of the adult world. They are both certified autism specialists. Kate has more than three decades of experience in the fields of mental health and special education. Missy is currently a licensed mental health practitioner in private practice with a focus on trauma.

The Library adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act that assures equal access to all library facilities, activities, and programs. For reasonable and timely accommodations, refer to the https://www.brentwoodtn.gov/departments/library/library-programs and contact the program organizer. Any ADA accommodations necessary for a program attendee will require at least one week of prior notice before the program or event.