Dr. Regan is the oldest sister to 2 brothers on the autism spectrum and has been in the autism field for over a decade. She is an interdisciplinary professional drawing from her work in social work, special education, community-based services, and research to create person-affirming teams and support networks around autistic people as they grow up. Find the organization's resources: www.autismgrownup.com/toolbox and follow them @autismgrownup .
Tara has worked in elementary to high schools, universities, recreational camp programs, community-based services, and day programs. She has also been an autism researcher and instructor working with future educators and professionals, community organizations, and schools. In 2018, she earned her doctorate at UNC-Chapel Hill in the Applied Developmental Science and Special Education Program and founded Autism Grown Up.
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