Hi! I’m Lindsey.
I’m a creative services freelancer with over 20 years of experience in presentations, workshops, and educational training development. My work is rooted in a lifelong passion for connecting people, ideas, and resources. Born in Tokyo and shaped by a rich blend of Japanese and American cultures, I bring a unique perspective to everything I do.
I was formally diagnosed with autism at age 2. I have a brother who is also autistic; he is nonspeaking and relies on more significant supports. My experiences as a sibling to someone with complex needs have deeply influenced my dedication to improving access to resources, fostering community support, and ensuring the rights of individuals with similar lived experience.
My relationship with my partner, Dave, has played a pivotal role in advocating for visibility on a global scale. Our story first gained attention through national platforms like Glamour and NPR, and later became a focal point in the Emmy-nominated documentary Autism In Love. This film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was subsequently broadcast on PBS and Netflix.
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I bring nearly two decades of professional experience as a presenter, public speaker, and an “architect” of educational workshops, specializing in the intersectionality of autism and relationships, sexuality, and mental health. If there’s an uncomfortable topic, I’m probably already talking about it.
Additionally, I have more than ten years of experience in national nonprofit organizations with expertise in business development and digital marketing. My academic background, which includes a Bachelor of Arts in Music Technology and Photography, shapes my unique approach to integrating creativity and strategy in presenting my work to audiences.
Creating meaningful change also draws the heart of my work towards several vital areas such as sexual assault prevention, accessibility and affordability of eating disorder treatment, and advancing LGBTQIA+ rights. I’m passionate about fostering inclusive spaces that honor and celebrate diverse identities, including my own LGBTQIA+ identity.
When I’m not unleashing ideas through my freelance work, you’ll find me traveling, documenting life through photographs, calling out bullshit, or composing melodies on my treasured 1909 Steinway piano—all while maintaining an allergy to bullshit and an adequate dose of humor.
About Naked Brain Ink
In 2010, Naked Brain Ink made its debut, pioneering a space where I could explore the often-overlooked intersection of autism and sexuality. At that time, discussions, writing, and multimedia content on this subject were scarce on the internet and at conference workshops. Over time, that has changed significantly, and we now boast a wealth of content and resources contributed by individuals within the community.
Naked Brain Ink has since evolved into a different role: a platform dedicated to curating a diverse array of resources focused on neurodiversity, sexuality, and mental health. It is awesome to witness the tremendous growth and expansion of content on these vital topics over the years.