meet the founder
Michelle Sutherland - Founder & President
As the parent of a child on the autism spectrum, Michelle Sutherland has experienced firsthand the emotional, financial, and social challenges that accompany this lifelong journey — from managing therapies and specialized education to coping with stress, isolation, and societal stigma.
Despite these obstacles, Michelle credits her ability to persevere to the unwavering support she received from those around her. Along the way, she discovered that the most powerful gift one person can give another is understanding.
Guided by that belief, she founded the Michelle Sutherland Spectrum Foundation (MSSF) to help families transform challenges into opportunities and to ensure that no parent or child ever has to walk this journey alone.
