Welcome to Cortex and Compass Wellness. 

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Hi, I’m Sara, a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach with a masters degree in neuropsychology and a passion for supporting individuals on their unique paths to mental wellness. My journey into coaching was born from years of working with neurodivergent individuals and their families. 

I began in the realm of applied behaviour analysis and later joined two research teams: one studying how autistic brains process sensory information, and another focused on behavioural health interventions for autistic children. While I loved the scientific process, I found myself wanting to offer more personal, holistic support—beyond the limits of clinical protocols.

Over time, I realized that supporting neurodivergent individuals also means supporting the entire ecosystem around them—parents, partners, caregivers—who often face invisible burdens without adequate resources. I also recognized that the term autism doesn’t capture the full picture. Most of the families I worked with were navigating co-occurring conditions like ADHD, sensory processing differences, and other neurodevelopmental needs. That’s why I now use the broader, more inclusive lens of neurodiversity.

This understanding led me to start my own coaching practice. Through personalized, affirming, and science-backed coaching, I help neurodivergent individuals and their caregivers reconnect with their resilience, regulate their nervous systems, and feel truly seen. Because care shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all—it should grow with you.