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Our Team
Owner, Founder, Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Emilio Amigo
Dr. Emilio Amigo, is a compassionate and innovative clinical psychologist with over three decades of experience fostering growth, empowerment, and connection. From 1993 to early 2022, he founded and led the Amigo Family Counseling Center, earning a reputation for creating inclusive, strength-based support systems for individuals and families.
As the founder of new Amigos on the Spectrum, Dr. Amigo focuses on celebrating neurodivergent identities and empowering individuals through innovative programs. His Respons·ability Social Therapy™ (RST) is a dynamic and experiential group therapy approach that fosters meaningful connections and authentic community. Similarly, the Acting Workshop integrates the creative power of dramatic arts with practices that enhance social and emotional development, providing participants with practical tools to thrive in their unique journeys.
Dr. Amigo’s neuroaffirming approach highlights individuality, prioritizes collaboration, and builds on each person's strengths. Under his leadership, Amigos on the Spectrum continues to be a vital resource, offering personalized, inclusive care that respects and uplifts neurodivergent persons.
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Hayden
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Halie
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Ashley
Director of Creative Arts Academy
Ashley Amigo is a passionate advocate for neurodivergent learners and the transformative power of the arts. As the Director of the Creative Arts Academy at Amigos on the Spectrum, she has dedicated her career to creating inclusive, accessible, and engaging arts education opportunities for individuals of all abilities. With a strong belief that art is a powerful tool for healing, expression, and growth, Ashley strives to make sure every student can enjoy and thrive in a creative environment that celebrates their unique strengths and perspectives.
Ashley’s extensive background in theater, dance, and movement provides a rich foundation for her work. She studied Musical Theater and Ballet at Ohio Northern University and spent over a decade as a professional performer, working with a local talent agency and booking industry jobs in voice-over work, commercials, and industrial films. In addition to her stage experience, Ashley taught ballroom dance at Fred Astaire Dance Studios and dance and gymnastics at The Little Gym.
In 2006, Ashley joined Dr. Emilio Amigo to teach arts classes to Autistic and neurodivergent students, and she has been passionate about this work ever since. As Director of the Creative Arts Academy, she oversees a variety of inclusive programs, including Drama Club, Creative Arts Club, and Dance/Movement classes, Neurodiversity Self Advocacy class, Sensory Exploration, and Body & Self Awareness: A Sensory Journey. Each of these programs is designed to foster creativity, self-expression, and social connection, while being neurodivergent-affirming and accommodating a wide range of needs.
Ashley’s work is driven by her belief that everyone, regardless of neurotype, deserves the chance to experience the joy and personal growth that the arts can bring.