Mandy Montoya, MS, BCBA

BA Psychology, MS Behavior Analysis, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (concentration on Contextual Behavioral Science and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and Certified Health Coach.

I pursued my graduate degree and certification in behavior analysis for two reasons: 1) I will always be a student of human behavior and condition, and (2) I wanted to be in a position I could effectively support and advocate for a population with whom I felt so connected. I am passionate in ensuring all individuals are seen and celebrated for who they are, and that any care or support given leads to that person accessing more joy and peace in their life, as determined by only them.

I have over 12 years of experience in supporting young children of varied neurotypes and disabilities, as well as their families, in both teaching and coaching roles. I am dedicated to supporting neurodiverse families find collaborative strategies to support everyone’s well-being within the home. I am passionate in helping families find qualified practitioners- those who truly understand neurodivergence and implement strategies that improve a child’s quality of life, NOT change who they are or shape them to what society deems “normal.”

My coaching practice provides specialized support for late-identified autistic/ADHD/AuDHD adults through education/discovery, mindfulness, and connection. It is based on the premise that with increased awareness, we can move to acceptance and healing. With lived experience, I have deep understanding for the challenges, and provide a space in which you do not have to constantly explain yourself and how you process the world. I get it.

I also provide consulting for any practitioners interested in expanding their education on the neurodiversity paradigm and Autism/ADHD.

My passion for providing a holistic approach to support neurodivergent people is what has guided my studies and has led me to develop Mindful Neuro Support….a contextual behavioral science lens with a compassionate, humanistic approach, to teach the power mindfulness/awareness has in opening up our choices in how we care for ourselves and interact with the world around