Hannah Monroe (she/her)
About Hannah
Hannah Monroe is passionate about neurodiversity and supporting autistic youth. She recently graduated with a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto. She also has a Master of Arts in Critical Sociology from Brock University, where her thesis research involved interviewing autistic young adults about their identities and experiences.
Hannah was the Intake Coordinator for Dori Zener & Associates for three years and provided therapy as a practicum student in the last year of her MSW. She co-developed and co-facilitated Chilling on the Spectrum, a support and social group for autistic young adults. She also started a group for 2SLGBTQIA+ autistic adults.
Hannah’s special interests include neurodiversity, folk music, classic Simpsons, and Star Wars.
She’s always had public figures as role models, who are related to her interests, currently kd lang and Oliver Sacks. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her partner and cat as well as playing the fiddle and spending time in nature.
Passion for Neurodiversity
Common Questions
Embarking on the journey of booking a therapy session can be a significant step—one that might seem intimidating.
Here are some FAQs
How do I book a free consultation?
If your preferred associate is available to meet with new clients, please click the link in their bio to book your free 20-minute consultation.
If they are not meeting with new clients at this time, please feel free to add yourself to our waiting list. Our Intake Coordinator will be in touch as soon as possible to schedule your appointment.
Are your consultations virtual?
Yes, all our consultations are virtual. However, some of our associates meet clients for in-person sessions in the Toronto area.
What types of insurance do you accept?
Our therapists are Registered Social Workers and Registered Psychotherapists and are covered by most health benefits plans. Check your benefits to see if these professionals are covered by your insurance.
How can I pay?
Payments are made through our client portal Jane.app after each session. All major credit cards are accepted.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 48 hour cancellation notice for in-person sessions, and 24 hours for virtual appointments.
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Research & Media Links
Publications
“An Expert Discussion on Knowledge Translation in Autism in Adulthood Research”. Moderators: Anne V. Kirby, Participants: Katherine E. McDonald, James Cusack, Brenna Maddox, Cheryl Mangan, Lisa Morgan, Anne Roux, Nidhi Singhal, and Dori Zener. Autism in Adulthood. Mar 2021.11-17. https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/aut.2020.29017.avk
Zener, D. (2019), “Helping autistic women thrive”, Advances in Autism, Vol. 5 No. 3, pp. 143-156. https://doi.org/10.1108/AIA-10-2018-0042
Zener, D. (2019), “Journey to diagnosis for women with autism”, Advances in Autism, Vol. 5 Issue: 1, pp.2-13, https://doi.org/10.1108/AIA-10-2018-0041
Contact us to request full-text versions of the publications.
Appearances
Radio guest
The Dating and Relationship Show – Autism and Dating AM640 – 2019
Video
“10 Tips for Enhancing Mental Health” – CAMH 2023
https://youtu.be/kRNVaMA3JCA
“Fostering well-being in Autistic girls and women”, Profile of girls and women, INVEST – ACT 2022
https://youtu.be/xyTp4x3BYS0
“PTSD & Sexual Assault” – AIDE Canada 2022
https://aidecanada.ca/resources/learn/crisis-response/ptsd-from-sexual-assault
INVESTing in Women & Girls with ASD: Identify Needs, Validate, Educate, Strengthen, and Thrive – 2018
https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLHFkezbvgdDZgIfIGXDjD32uF4ObMs4tE
Practical Strategies for Promoting Mental Wellness for Girls & Women with Autism – ACT 2017
https://www.actcommunity.ca/education/videos/practical-strategies-for-supporting-mental-wellness-of-teenage-girls-and-women-with-asd
Women on the Autism Spectrum and Eating Disorders: Implications for Treatment – NEDIC 2013
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLvI1euWX-g&feature=youtu.be
Embark on a transformative journey
Welcome to a unique framework transforming traditional counselling practices by embracing the beauty of neurodiversity.
INVEST adopts a person-centered, strengths-based approach, firmly distancing itself from deficit-oriented viewpoints on autism.
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