Crystal Y. Sanford is the owner and director of Sanford Autism Advocacy Group, LLC, dedicated to fostering collaboration between families, schools and communities to ensure autistic kids win!
Mrs. Sanford worked throughout Los Angeles and San Diego Counties, serving the needs of children and adults with various communication challenges, with an emphasis on Autism Spectrum Disorder. She earned her first master’s degree in Communication Disorders from California State Los Angeles University, and an additional master’s degree in Education from San Diego State University. She has a Master IEP Coach Certificate, completed the Special Education Law & Advocacy Series (SELAS) course at University of San Diego, and is a Member of the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc (COPPA). In November 2023, Mrs. Sanford obtained her Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS) certificate to more confidently offer safe, effective transformational strengths-based interventions, strategies, and approaches to support clients with autism.