🌟 Your Trusted Resource For Autism Guidance and Discovery. 🌟

Discover Autism.
Discover Yourself.

I’m Lara Schaeffer, a Certified Autism Specialist, mentor, and autistic adult. I know firsthand what it’s like to live for years without recognizing autism, as my own diagnosis didn’t come until my forties. Today, I help autistic adults, teens, and those who suspect they may be autistic uncover their identities, build confidence, and thrive.

Why Autism Support Matters

For many, autism remains unidentified until adolescence or adulthood. This late discovery can create confusion, stress, and challenges in self-awareness, daily life, relationships, and schooling and/or careers.

At Autism Discovery, I help individuals:

My Services

I offer a range of personalized services for autistic adults, teens, and their families

Guided Self-Assessment

Affordable, supportive screenings for adults seeking clarity

Mentoring & Counseling

One-on-one sessions for autistic teens, adults, and families

PEERS® Program

Evidence-based social skills program for ages 12–35, developed at UCLA

Career Coaching

Holistic assessments to find fulfilling careers for autistic and neurodivergent individuals

Why Work With Me

I bring together personal experience as an autistic adult and professional expertise as an educator and certified autism mentor.

My mission is simple: to guide autistic people and their families toward clarity, confidence, and a life that feels authentic.

What Families & Professionals Say

Real experiences from parents, caregivers, and experts who trust us for autism support.