ABOUT
Hi, I’m Christine Sarah Thomas
A neuroaffirming Speech and Language Pathologist, and the heart behind Autiverse. I support children, adolescents, and neurodivergent adults in developing meaningful, functional communication that feels authentic to who they are—not who the world expects them to be. For me, being neuroaffirming goes beyond credentials, certifications, or clinical language. It is a way of seeing people, listening deeply, and showing up with respect and curiosity. It’s a life principle that guides both my work and the way I relate to individuals and families.
My Education & Training
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Bachelor’s in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology –National Institute of Speech and Hearing (NISH), Trivandrum
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Master’s in Language and Communication Impairment in Children –University of Sheffield, United Kingdom
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Sensory Integration Certificate Program: Courses (CE 1–3) –University of Southern California
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Trained in Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) Level 1 & 2
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Trained in Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets (PROMPT)
Work Experience
May 2025 - Present
January 2024- Present
June 2023 –Sept 2024
October 2021 –September 2023
Consultant Speech-Language Pathologist, Subodha – Communication for All
Supporting meaningful AAC use and communication access through respectful, neuroaffirming collaboration.
Freelance Speech-Language Pathologist
Providing neuroaffirming in-home sessions and online speech and language therapy tailored to individual communication strengths and needs.
Speech-Language Pathologist, Walnut Early Supports
Designed theme-based therapy materials and articulation activities for early speech and language development; conducted online demonstrations for parents and professionals.
Speech-Language Pathologist, Brainworks Neuropsychiatry Centre, Kottayam
Delivered in-person and teletherapy services for autistic children and individuals with developmental language disorder, cerebral palsy, ADHD, and speech sound disorders; collaborated closely with families and interdisciplinary teams to support holistic care.
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