Today we’d like to introduce you to Silvia Gil.
Hi Silvia, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I began my career as a special education teacher, working in classrooms for over ten years. During that time, I saw firsthand both the potential of students with disabilities and the gaps in systems meant to support them. I loved teaching, but I kept asking a bigger question: How can we build environments where every individual truly has the tools to succeed, not just in school, but in life and work?
That question led me to the University of Miami’s Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (UM-CARD), where I worked with families of autistic children and adults, providing free case management and support services. Through partnerships with community agencies, I noticed a recurring challenge: there was growing awareness around inclusion, but organizations often lacked the time, strategies, and resources to design meaningful supports, inclusive employment pathways, and accessible curricula. Everyone wanted to help, but few had practical systems to make inclusion sustainable.
During this period, my own child was diagnosed with autism. That personal experience transformed my perspective. It deepened my understanding of what families navigate every day and strengthened my commitment to creating solutions that are not only compassionate but practical, scalable, and empowering.
Today, I work alongside communities, organizations, and educators to design inclusive systems that open real opportunities for people with diverse abilities. Through Universal Design for Learning and visual supports, we build environments where individuals with disabilities can thrive, and where everyone benefits. Because the truth is, when we design for inclusion, we design better for all.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
No road is ever completely smooth, and mine certainly hasn’t been. Growth always requires adaptation, resilience, and the willingness to navigate uncertainty.
Receiving my child’s autism diagnosis was challenging, an experience that so many parents share. It forced me to rethink everything, to adapt day by day, and to learn how to advocate, support, and believe in possibilities even when the path felt unclear.
Professionally, the journey has been challenging in a different way. Working with businesses and organizations, I’ve seen how difficult it can be to shift mindsets and systems. There is still an uphill battle to show the world that individuals with disabilities are not defined by limitations, but by talents, strengths, and potential. Too often, organizations want inclusion but lack the tools, time, or frameworks to make it real.
That’s where my work has become deeply personal and purposeful. I’ve learned that with the right support, environments can transform, not just for individuals with disabilities, but for everyone within those systems. Creating inclusive spaces isn’t just about compliance or awareness; it’s about building structures that allow people to thrive and creating lasting impact across communities.
The road hasn’t been easy, but it has been meaningful, and it continues to inspire everything I do.
As you know, we’re big fans of Neuro Consulting Solutions. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
Neuro Consulting Solutions (NCS) is a consulting and instructional design firm dedicated to transforming how organizations support neurodiverse individuals and build truly inclusive environments. We help schools, businesses, workforce programs, and community organizations move beyond awareness and into action by designing practical, accessible systems that make inclusion sustainable and impactful.
At NCS, we specialize in visual systems, inclusive curriculum development, workforce training, and program design. Our work ranges from creating visual onboarding tools and employee manuals to developing training programs, hosting our own learning management platform called the Innovation Hub, and inclusive employment frameworks for adults with disabilities. We bridge the gap between theory and practice, turning complex concepts into clear, usable tools that organizations can implement immediately.
What sets NCS apart is our ability to combine educational expertise, lived experience, and strategic design. We don’t just provide recommendations; we build systems. Every solution we create is grounded in real-world environments, shaped by collaboration with stakeholders, and designed for scalability. Our approach ensures that supports are not only effective for individuals with disabilities but also beneficial for entire teams and communities.
Brand-wise, we are most proud of our ability to create tools that feel both professional and human. Our visual learning systems, Innovation Hub, and training resources have helped organizations increase engagement, reduce barriers, and empower individuals to succeed with confidence. We’ve seen firsthand how the right supports can transform workplaces, classrooms, and communities, and that impact is at the heart of our brand.
We want readers to know that NCS is not just about inclusion as a concept, it’s about inclusion as a system. We believe that when environments are designed with intention, clarity, and accessibility, everyone thrives. Our mission is simple: to help organizations build structures where neurodiverse individuals are not just accommodated, but empowered to lead, contribute, and succeed.
How do you define success?
For me, success is not measured by titles, numbers, or recognition, it’s measured by impact. Success happens when individuals who were once overlooked feel seen, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.
I define success as creating environments where people with diverse abilities can truly thrive, not just participate. It’s when a student gains confidence to learn in their own way, when an adult with a disability secures meaningful employment, or when an organization shifts from simply wanting inclusion to actually building systems that make it possible.
Success is also sustainability. It’s not just about creating a great program or tool, but about designing supports that last, that organizations can maintain, and that communities can continue to grow long after our work is done.
Most importantly, success is when inclusion becomes the norm, not the exception, when accessibility, dignity, and opportunity are built into everyday systems so that everyone has a real chance to succeed.
Pricing:
- All customized based on scope of work and services
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.neuro-cs.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neuroconsultingsolutions
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087231811045
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/neuro-consulting-solutions/
Image Credits
Rishi Snacks, Shawn Goes Bananas, Broward Center for Performing Arts, Easterseals of South Florida
