Marilina Rufino Phd
Neurodivergent Consultant & Psychologist
Honoring Difference. Nurturing Connection. Reimagining Potential.
As a psychologist and international consultant, my mission is to help neurodivergent individuals, families, and systems not just cope—but thrive. I offer guidance grounded in developmental science, cultural sensitivity, and a deep respect for human variation. Whether supporting a child on the autism spectrum, advising educators, or walking with parents through uncertainty, my work centers the dignity, strengths, and lived experiences of neurodivergent minds.
AREAS OF SPECIALTY
•Autism Spectrum & Developmental Differences
Early childhood to adolescence, including sensory profiles, social development, and family support.
Parent & Family Consulting
Helping caregivers move from confusion to confidence—through co-regulation, insight, and collaborative strategies.Cross-Cultural and Expat Transitions
Supporting neurodivergent children and families navigating life between cultures, languages, and expectations.Professional & Educational Consulting
Advising schools and institutions in inclusive practices, trauma-informed approaches, and neurodiversity-affirming frameworks.Emotional Regulation & Relational Support
For those who experience the world differently—because behavior is communication, and connection is healing.
APPROACH
I don’t see difference as disorder.
I see behaviors as adaptations, environments as partners in change, and relationships as the core of growth.
My work blends clinical experience with the neurodiversity paradigm—affirming that every individual has a unique rhythm, language, and logic. Through reflective dialogue and gentle structure, I help children, families, and professionals reframe challenges, reduce shame, and cultivate new ways of being together.
I offer support that is developmental, relational, and profoundly human.
BACKGROUND AND TRAINING
I began my journey in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where I earned my degree in psychology with a psychoanalytic foundation. In 2001, I transitioned into autism-focused early intervention as a home-based educator in the New York City area. From there, my path deepened into pediatric psychology, neurodevelopment, and cultural consulting.
Now licensed in New York and Argentina, and based between Europe and the U.S., I offer clinical services and consulting to individuals, families, schools, and institutions across borders.
My clients include neurodivergent children and teens, multilingual families, global schools, and parents seeking clarity in complexity. I understand first-hand the nuances of international living, mixed-identity parenting, and systems that weren’t designed for difference.
CONTACT / OFFICES LOCATION
+1 (917) 392- 8547 -
611 Broadway Suite 520 NY NY 10012 USA
+34 608 057 030
La Virginia, Marbella, Malaga 29602 Spain
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*Available for telehealth consultations worldwide*