Biography
Cole Sorensen is a nonspeaking autistic person, a public speaker, consultant, and educator. He has worked extensively with both disabled young people, their families, and the professionals who support them, with a focus on promoting autonomy, self-determination, dignity of risk, and communication access. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Foundations of Special Education from the University of Minnesota.
Family Consultations
Creating support strategies for family members with disabilities.
IEP & Special Education Consultations
Forming IEP Goals that are student-focused and neurodiversity-affirming.
Business Consultations
Identifying access barriers and delivering neurodiversity-affirming recommendations.
Academic Research Consultations
Serving on individual or community board projects relating to autism, I/DD, and/or communication disabilities.
Public Speaking
Providing presentations and trainings to professionals on neurodiversity-affirming best practices with an emphasis on forming concrete strategies.