Mary Harrison

Mary Elizabeth Harrison is an author, speaker, and autism advocate. On her official site, she describes herself as dedicated to supporting individuals with autism and the families, educators, and communities around them.

Her background is deeply personal: she writes about learning through her son’s autism diagnosis and the challenges that followed, including sensory, communication, and social development needs. That lived experience shapes the way she shares advice and encouragement.

In addition to writing, she speaks to family groups, schools, educators, administrators, religious groups, and nonprofit organizations. Her focus is practical and compassionate, aiming to give people useful strategies while helping them feel less alone.