ABSNAP
Aligning Behavioral Services with Neuro-Affirming Philosophies (ABSNAP) is driven by neurodiverse practitioners and self-advocates, the Aligning Behavioral Services with Neuro-Affirming Philosophies (ABSNAP) Alliance aims to facilitate just and socially valid change in the field of ABA to reflect neuro-affirming philosophies through exercising cultural humility, self reflection, and a growth mindset.
ABSNAP Values
Justice
Humility
Advocacy
ABSNAP Why
The ABSNAP mission is motivated by neurodiverse lived experiences of ABA and inspired by our commitment as behavior service providers to deliver just and socially valid services.
Core Member Why's
Charlotte Johns, M.S., she/her
ABSNAP Role: Learning & Development CoordinatorAutism Community Partner with Easterseals PORT Health
My Why:
I have had firsthand experience of the trauma inflicted on autistic children through unethical, non-neuro-affirming ABA practices. These experiences deeply affected me and further challenged me to shape systems of care to eliminate harm and foster meaningful, affirming change. I am driven by my own neurodivergence journey and continually inspired by the power of neurodiverse and disabled self-advocates. I believe strongly in ABSNAP’s mission to facilitate an evolving ABA—one that centers lived experiences and prioritizes dignity, respect, and inclusion.