Recipient of a Rutgers University Presidential Employee Excellence Award (Rutgers University Spirit Award - Team) in 2024.

Rutgers University Presidential Employee Excellence Award - Rutgers University Spirit Award (Team)

Recipient of Marblejam's annual Global Autism Advocacy Award in 2024.

Global Autism Advocacy Award

Recipient of the King's College Leo Award as part of the Alumni Awards Ceremony.

King’s College Alumni Award

Began new job as a Relationship Coach in the RCAAS, New Brunswick, NJ.

Began working as a Relationship Coach in the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services

Recipient of the Yes She Can Advocates for Adults with Autism Award, autistic adult honoree.

Yes She Can Advocates for Adults with Autism Award

Chosen by Autism Speaks as one of 10 Talented Individuals with Autism Who Inspired in 2014: http://www.autismspeaks.org/news/news-item/10-talented-individuals-autism-who-inspired-2014

Named one of 10 Talented Individuals with Autism Who Inspired in 2014

Spoke on a panel of autism experts at the United Nations for World Autism Awareness Day in 2011.

Spoke at the United Nations

Started my own Asperger's Syndrome college coaching, consulting, and public speaking business, A.S.C.O.T. Coaching, LLC.

Founded A.S.C.O.T. Consulting, LLC

New York State Association for Behavior Analysis (NYSABA)

Association of Behavior Analysis International (ABAI)

New Jersey Association of Behavior Analysis (NJABA)

Autism New Jersey (formerly COSAC).

Handbook of Quality of Life for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Autism and Child Psychopathology Series)

 Exceptional Children: An Introduction to Special Education has always been known for its innovation, strong research base and accessibility.  The tenth edition has all of those strengths, but has a greater focus on highly effective, research-based practices that are described in a very step-by-step, applied manner.  Heward presents an informative and responsible introduction to the professional practices, trends, and research that define contemporary special education while also conveying the diversity and excitement of this changing field.  The book is for those teachers who will be professionals in the area of special education or those who are working with students that have exceptionalities.

Exceptional Children: An Introduction to Special Education (10th Edition)

Carefully selected from more than 6,500 essays, this wonderful collection of more than 80 stories reveals pure, common wisdom at its best, shared by ordinary people who look at life in an extraordinary way. From heartbreaking accounts to amusing snapshots, The Best Life Stories will leave you feeling hopeful, resilient, and optimistic that happiness can be found even in the darkest moments. Born out of a Reader’s Digest Facebook contest that challenged readers to write their life stories in 150 words or less, this book features the editors’ Top Picks, such as the inspirational tale of . . . one father’s desolation and the renewal he found in his family’s faith and love. one woman’s ability to let go of her abusive past after rescuing an abused dog. a mother’s pride in a life-changing decision made by her autistic daughter. a breast cancer patient’s realization that her identity goes way beyond her diagnosis. a free-spirited woman’s choice to live on her own terms. a young girl’s proud recognition of her grandfather’s simple but profound legacy. Plainspoken and honest, The best Life Stories will help you discover the meaning of life, the simple joy in the every day.

The Best Life Stories: 150 Real-life Tales of Resilience, Joy, and Hope-all 150 Words or Less!

Professional speaker and Relationship Coach in the Center for Adult Autism Services at Rutgers University. Amy has given TED talks, spoken twice at the United Nations for World Autism Awareness Day, and presents worldwide to audiences on a variety of topics related to autism, with a dedicated special focus and research on autism and sexuality. President of A.S.C.O.T Consulting, which offers autism consulting, college coaching, and mentoring services for organizations, schools, individuals on the autism spectrum, and their families. Obtained her Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Caldwell University in 2010. Founding member of Autism Speaks' "Emerging Leaders" initiative, and currently serves on the Boards of Directors of Yes She Can, Inc. and the Golden Door International Film Festival of Jersey City. Award-winning writer whose work has been featured in Spectrum, the leading online news source for autism research, Reader’s Digest, special education textbooks, and other outlets. 

Visit www.amygravino.com to learn more.

Public Speaking

Autism

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Sexuality

sex education

Advocacy

Writing

Autism and Behavior Analysis

Applied Behavior Analysis

College Coaching

Blogging

English

Facebook

Twitter

Personal Website

Blog

Exploring Cruelty and Kindness 'In A Different Key'

How to Have Great Sex When You're on the Autism Spectrum

Sex Ed, Dating, and Love on the Autism Spectrum

Women, Sexuality, and Autism

Identifying and Understanding Autistic Girls

Amy Gravino Autism College Coach

Normal People Scare Me (short film)

Panelist, In A Different Key screening + Q&A

Invited speaker, "Why Autism Is Sexier Than You Think It Is"

Invited speaker

Invited panelist and speaker

Invited guest speaker

Co-presenter, "Sexuality & Sexuality Instruction for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders: What Everyone Needs To Know"

Invited Keynote, "The Girl Behind the Curtain: A Journey Inside the Nooks and Crannies of Autism"

Co-presenter, "Sexuality and the Spectrum: Lessons on Sex, Dating, and Love, Autism Style"

Emcee and Auctioneer

Invited Speaker

Guest Speaker for "Gabrielle" Film Premiere

Invited Panelist

Amy receiving a Rutgers Presidental Employee Excellence Award ("Rutgers University Spirit Award") with the RCAAS team in 2024.

Amy receiving a Rutgers Presidental Employee Excellence Award ("Rutgers University Spirit Award") as a member of the RCAAS team in 2024.

Amy at the NYC premiere of Unbreakable Boy on 2/19/2025

Joanne McMahon

Autism Consultant

Robin Portanova

President

Speaker and Relationship Coach

Amy on the red carpet at the NYC premiere of Unbreakable Boy on 2/19/25.

Contrary to popular belief, autistic people can and do have sex, even if it’s something most people would rather not talk about. We need to shift our ideas of autism and sex away from the unending “stop” button to the place where we can just press “Play.”

Amy Gravino is an autism consultant, writer, and professional speaker who has spoken at the United Nations. She is also the author of The Naughty Autie, a memoir of her experiences as an autistic woman with dating and relationships.
 Amy Gravino is an autism consultant, writer, and professional speaker who has spoken at the United
Nations. She is also the author of The Naughty Autie, a memoir of her experiences as an autistic woman
with dating and relationships. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Why Autism is Sexier Than You Think It Is | Amy Gravino | TEDxJerseyCity

Here's what women with autism want you to know. 

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My speech on the autism panel at the United Nations, on April 6, 2011. This event was co-sponsored by Autism Speaks and the Permanent Mission of Bangladesh t...

United Nations Autism Awareness Day 2011 - Amy Gravino

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