i’m mati and i’m a disabled autistic rabbinical student, autism educator & spiritual director
i learn, teach, write, grow, and experience the Divine from everywhere I make my home (both in the Diaspora & Eretz Yisrael).
I’m a leader of support groups for autistic humans (both Jewish and non-Jewish), help make Jewish communities more affirming for neurodivergent and all disabled folx, and teach Disability and Neurodivergent Torah both online and in-person around the world.
I’m the co-editor of Neurodivergent Torah Volume 1 which will be published in 2026 by Ben Yehuda Press.
I am studying for rabbinical ordination at the École Rabbinique de Paris and am pursuing my doctorate on the treatment of neurodivergence and madness in Jewish texts.
I’m also the co-founder and spiritual director of La Shul, an intentionally egalitarian, queer, disabled, neuro-affirming, neo-hasidic, and diasporist spiritual Jewish community in France.
Outside of my work with the jewish community, I am an autism educator and consultant and the founder of the #actuallyautistic coach.
what i do
(and do fairly well)
i know what it’s like to be different, just like you. we are blessed.
we have been taught to be ashamed, to be quiet, to listen, to be small. I reject this. autistic and other neurodivergent and disabled jews will not silenced or reduced to window pieces for inclusion. i am committed to creating true neuro-affirming communities
I want to make your community neuro- affirming.
Inclusive Education and Training
I provide workshops and seminars for Jewish organizations, schools, and synagogues on neuro-inclusivity, focusing on creating environments that support and respect neurodivergent humans. By offering practical strategies and resources, we help create environments that support and respect neurodivergent humans, ensuring we feel valued and understood within our communities.
Customized Community Support
I lead support groups and develop tailored programs for autistic members of the community, their families, and allies within the Jewish community, ensuring everyone is understood and valued. These programs offer a safe space for sharing experiences, building connections, and accessing resources. We focus on fostering a sense of belonging and providing practical support that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities faced by neurodivergent humans and their families.
Neuro-Affirming Jewish Practice
I integrate neuro-affirming practices in religious services and rituals, such as offering sensory-friendly services, providing transliterations, and ensuring accessibility for all. By working closely with clergy and community leaders, we help create spiritual experiences that are meaningful and welcoming for neurodivergent individuals, allowing them to fully participate in their faith and community.
Going Beyond Acceptance and Awareness
Advocate for true equity by not only promoting acceptance and awareness but also implementing concrete changes that ensure full participation and inclusion of neurodivergent individuals. This includes creating policies that accommodate diverse needs, actively involving neurodivergent voices in decision-making processes, and continually adapting practices to remove barriers and foster a genuinely inclusive community.
Let’s work together.
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