Dr. Zosia Zaks provides coaching to couples, individuals, and families to solve challenges using neurodiversity-affirming strategies, strengthen teamwork, develop effective communication, and generate hope for the future.

Dr. Zaks also consults with schools, agencies, companies, and organizations to get ready for paradigm change, build neurodiversity-affirming practices, and ensure authentic inclusion.

BACKGROUND:

Dr. Zaks earned his Ph.D. in human development from Fielding Graduate University in 2024, where his research focused on neurodiversity paradigm change. He continues to research theories of human development that eschew an abnormal/normal understanding of human beings.

Dr. Zaks is also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and has supported 100s of neurodivergent teens and adults for over two decades to live and work in their communities, to reach their dreams, and to discover unique strengths.

Current professional experience:

• Coaching for couples, families, and individuals

• Consulting for schools, organizations, and businesses

• Adjunct faculty at Towson University; CUNY College of Staten Island; Anne Arundel Community College; MICA (upcoming Spring 2027); University of Maryland College Park (upcoming Summer 2027)

Previous professional experience:

• Neurodiversity Scholar in Residence, Rowan University (2022-2023)

• Manager of Programs and Education, Hussman Center + Visiting Instructor, Towson University (2013-2022)

• Rehabilitation Counselor at large (2009-2013)

• Patrick McKenna Intern, Division of Rehabilitation Services (2008)

Dr. Zaks has also served on the Maryland Commission on Disability, the Maryland Rehabilitation Council, and the Maryland Commission for Autism.

Dr. Zaks brings a unique mix of perspectives to his endeavors as a counselor, educator, parent of two neurodivergent young adults, and as an autistic transgender self-advocate.