2026 Speakers
 
 
 
 
 
 

Brittany Clark, M.S., CCC-SLP, Reg. CASLPO

Brittany Clark, M.S., CCC-SLP, Reg. CASLPO


Hey! I'm Brittany Clark, SLP, co-founder of Elemenoe, and the co-host of Neurodiversally Speaking, the Official Podcast Partner of the Geneva Centre for Autism 2026 Symposium. I’m also the mom of two wonderful daughters who teach me new things every day! 


I’ve been an SLP for over a dozen years, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: communication isn’t just about words, it’s about connection. I’m passionate about helping neurodivergent kids find their voice, in whatever form that takes, and supporting families as they learn to truly tune in to what their child is trying to say.


I love diving into the messy, magical process of language development, especially when it comes to play-based therapy, literacy, early communication, and finding those “aha!” moments that make it all worth it. I also believe therapy should be collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in real life (yes, even when your kid is under the table pretending to be a cat).


I’m here to break down the research, share the real-life wins and struggles, and help parents and professionals feel like they’re not in this alone.

Sessions

Assent in Action: Rethinking Communication and Engagement in Autism Therapy 
Thursday November 12th, 2026 @ 3:30PM - 4:30PM


Communication is often reduced to spoken language or task compliance. However, many autistic individuals express assent, distress, and engagement through behaviours that are frequently misunderstood. 
 
This presentation introduces a neuroaffirming, interdisciplinary framework that expands how clinicians understand communication, focusing on agency, regulation, and functional expression. Drawing on both Speech-Language Pathology and Behaviour Analysis, we explore how to recognize and respond to assent in real time, including during moments of distress or refusal. 
 

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