Love & Autism is not just a name; it’s a profound statement that embodies our commitment to dismantling systemic ableism.
Love & Autism is a non-profit organization that shifts the hopeless narrative associated with autism and helps bring about global change in how autistic people are treated at work, home, academic setting, and community.
Love & Autism began as a conference in 2016 by Jenny Palmiotto, the founder of The Family Guidance and Therapy Center.
When we started this conference (many) years ago, it was a small, local conference with the belief that everyone deserves the highest quality relationship possible. There was, and still is, a devastating and pervasive myth that autistic people are not interested in creating meaningful relationships, nor capable of love. We know every human being needs love and human connection.
Today, Love & Autism is so much more than our original vision. Our mission grew along the way. We are creating a world where autistic people are valued and worthy.
Current Initiatives
1. Autism Diagnosis by neurodivergent affirming healthcare professionals (Love & Autism staffed and trained)
2. Low-cost mental health counseling with neurodivergent affirming health professionals
3. Training for clinicians to improve access to mental health care for autistic family systems
4. Events such as this one with the objective of dismantling ableism and creating a neurodivergent affirming world
Past Events
Meet Jenny
Jenny Palmiotto, Psy. D, LMFT
Founder of Love & Autism and The Family Guidance and Therapy CEnter
Jenny Palmiotto, Psy. D, LMFT, stands at the forefront of the neurodiversity movement. Dr. Palmiotto is the visionary founder of Love & Autism.
Love & Autism is not just a name; it’s a profound statement that embodies her commitment to dismantling systemic ableism.
Jenny is deeply committed to challenging the narrative that autistic people don’t want and need universal human experiences of love, authenticity, and belonging. She champions the belief that autistic rights are human rights; advocating for a society that fully embraces neurodiversity.
As the owner and clinical director of The Family Guidance and Therapy Center, Jenny has created a model of neurodiversity-affirming therapy for autistic family systems. Her vision is clear, bold and transformative. Her leadership in creating a neurodivergent affirming world is a testament to her unwavering belief in the power of love and acceptance. Jenny Palmiotto invites each of us to join her in creating a world where autistic people are seen, heard, and understood.