Laura K. Sibbald, M.A., CCC-SLP, ASDCS, CYMHS, is passionate about neurodiversity advocacy and empowerment, with over twelve years of experience supporting individuals with learning differences. She is a nationally certified speech-language pathologist, a published author, and an invited speaker nationwide.
In advancing affirming practices for the neurodivergent community, she is an active member of the College Autism Network, the Neurodiversity Employment Network, and the Pennsylvania Speech-Language-Hearing Association DEIA Committee. Laura has co-authored multiple workbooks and academic texts, providing practical resources designed to promote engagement and inclusive practices. She has tailored professional development opportunities for organizations and clinical professionals around the country; advancing knowledge of neurodiversity. Laura is a Board Member for the Shrub Oak International School in New York, where she specializes in providing neuro inclusive training opportunities for community stakeholders. She is the founder and owner of ND SLP Advocate, LLC.
Laura graduated from The George Washington University in 2011 with a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology. She currently resides in Glenside, PA, with her fiancé, Mike, and their cat, Alexandria. She is the inaugural Executive Director for Neurodiversity Initiatives at Chestnut Hill College where she creates and implements a variety of opportunities to support the empowerment of students who learn differently.
Sibbald, L. (June 2022). Helping Children Cope with Stressful Moments and Anxious Thoughts. Autism Advocate Parenting Magazine
Phifer, L. & Sibbald, L. (Nov 2020). Trauma-Informed Social-Emotional Toolbox. PESI Publishing
· An evidence-based workbook to guide children and families to recognize and cope with trauma. Focusing on fostering trust and positive regard, promoting problem solving pathways, developing personal empowerment.
Phifer, L., Sibbald, L., & Rowen, J. (Aug 2018). Parenting Toolbox. PESI Publishing
· A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy based workbook focused on building social-emotional language competence and increasing self-awareness, regulation, and resiliency skills.
Invited Speaking Engagements:
· Florida Atlantic University: Center for Autism and Related Disorders Annual Conference “Aligning Autism Intervention and Mental Health Outcomes to Build Resilience” May 2022 | Virtual Conference
· Florida Atlantic University: Center for Autism and Related Disorders Annual Conference “The Roadmap to Regulation: Helping Children Cope with Big Emotions” May 2022 | Virtual Conference
· Florida Atlantic University: Center for Autism and Related Disorders Annual Conference “Neurodiversity and the Transition to Independence” May 2022 | Virtual Conference
· PESI Publishing and Media International Autism Symposium “Neurodiversity and the Transition to Independence” April 2022 | Virtual Conference
· Pennsylvania Speech-Language Hearing Association Convention “Navigating Autism Interventions Through a Trauma Informed Lens” April 2022 | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
· West Virginia Speech-Language Hearing Association Convention “Navigating Autism Through a Trauma Informed Lens” March 2022 | Virtual Conference
· Maryland Speech-Language Hearing Association Clinical Connections Conference “Navigating Autism Through a Trauma Lens” October 2021 | Virtual Conference
· PESI Publishing and Media 2nd Annual Kid’s Summit “Reacclimate and Regulate: A Roadmap to Build Trust, Foster Safety, and Support Healthy Communication in Schools” August 2021 | Virtual Conference
· PESI Publishing and Media International Autism Symposium Keynote Interview of Dr. Temple Grandin: “Different…Not Less” April 2021 | Virtual Conference
· PESI Publishing and Media International Autism Symposium “Promoting Self Awareness and Problem Solving in Children with Autism” April 2021 | Virtual Conference
· Relationship Development Intervention Annual Conference “The RDI Teacher Certification Program” November 2020 | Virtual Conference
· The Behavior Revolution: Parenting Autism and ADHD International Conference “How to Help Your Child Learn to Restore Calm” October 2020 | Virtual Conference
