Sneha considers herself an ally to the disAbility and Autism communities, and started Spectrum Success in order to support individuals on the autism spectrum, while educating “neuro typicals” on how to create a socially inclusive community. Sneha earned her Doctorate in Education and Disability Studies from Chapman University, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and has Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Psychology.

What makes Sneha’s research, teaching, and consulting unique is her expertise in two very distinct areas, applied behavior analysis and disabilities studies. She is able to lay out behaviorally supported practices within a caring social-model context. Sneha is also a founding member of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion SIG in ABA, a SIG that works towards social justice within the field of ABA in order to create a more inclusive platform for ABA practitioners and a more equitable future for our clients. Her research projects can be found here.

Sneha’s research strives to better understand the needs of autistic folks as they transition into adulthood. She has conducted research to understand the needs of both employees with ASD as well as employers looking to hire a neurodiverse workforce, in order to increase the rate of hiring and retention of employees with ASD. Sneha has also worked with colleges to develop and implement autism support programs to maximize the success of college students with ASD. She works with both the students as well as faculty and staff, in order to maximize a positive college experience. Ultimately, Sneha’s work centers on increasing the quality of life for individuals with autism, and her future-focused approach allows her to help individuals build long-term success.

When she is not working, Sneha enjoys playing basketball, watching a Lakers or Sparks game, reading a book from her “non-academic reading” pile, traveling (she has visited all 7 continents!), or chasing her three-year-old son and trying to figure out how any creature so small could possibly have so much energy.

Publications in Peer-Reviewed Journals

Mathur, S.K., Rodriguez, K.A. (2021). Cultural Responsiveness Curriculum for Behavior Analysts: A Meaningful Step Toward Social Justice. Behavior Analysis in Practice. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-021-00579-3

Griffiths, A.J., Cosier, M., Morgan, S., & Mathur, S.K. (2021). Developing Strong Transition Plans using Labor Market Analysis Data. Support for Learning, 36 (3).

Griffiths, A.J., Hanson, A.H., Giannantonio, C., Mathur, S.K., Hyde, K., & Linstead, E. (2020). Developing Employment Environments where Individuals with ASD Thrive: Using Machine Learning to Explore Employer Policies and Practices. Brain Science: Developmental Neuroscience. https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci10090632

Griffiths, A. J., Nash, A.M., Maupin, Z., & Mathur, S.K. (2020). Her Voice: Engaging Girls with Disabilities in STEM Careers. International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education. https://doi.org/10.26822/iejee.2020358223

Anguizola Assaf, E., Brophy, S., James, J., & Mathur, S. K. (2017). An analysis of literature on disability and fear through life. Anastamos, 1(1), 32-49.

Media

Mathur, S.K. (2020). Postpartum Depression: A family hopes their loss will help others. CNN.

Blogs

Mathur, S.K., (2018). Combatting Disability Stereotypes, from TV to Books. Thompson Policy Institute.

Mathur, S.K., (2018). Sheltered Workshops. Thompson Policy Institute.

Mathur, S.K., (2018). Being an Adult is Hard! Spectrum Success.

Mathur, S.K., (2017). What is “Autism Awareness?” Spectrum Success.

Mathur, S.K., (2016). Navigating the System. Spectrum Success.