Join the Atlanta - Family stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Atlanta Family FAMILY CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS SOUTHEAST REGION Official NSA Chapter - Georgia State Welcome to the NSA Atlanta Family Chapter! The National Stuttering Association’s® motto: If You Stutter, You’re Not Alone®, is what our NSA Chapters are all about! Chapter meetings are open to people who stutter, family members of people who stutter, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and anyone that wants to learn more about stuttering. Feel free to reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) to find out more about our chapter. We hope you will join us! How do you typically meet? In-Person Meetings What age group can attend? Family What languages are spoken? English How much does it cost? Free! Meetings Here is information on the location and schedule of our meetings. Reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) for more information! Where? Atlanta, GA 30324 When? Events are held quarterly. For details about meetings/events and to be added to our email list, please contact the Chapter Leaders to confirm meeting details prior to attending. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Genna Hall & Dominique Kennedy Chapter Leaders Get in touch! NSA.Family.ATL@gmail.com - - Questions? We know that attending your first NSA Chapter meeting might be a little intimidating so we’ve tried to answer some of your questions! We know once you get there, you’ll be greeted by Chapter Leaders who have been in your shoes before and are happy to welcome you! What are NSA Local Chapters? Local chapters are the heartbeat of the NSA — powerful spaces where you can meet others, share experiences, and feel supported. Whether you’re an adult who stutters or part of a family navigating stuttering together, we have a chapter for you. Learn more about NSA Chapters and find a meeting close to home! Read more about NSA Chapters and plan to attend a meeting near you! What does a local NSA chapter do? How can I find a local NSA chapter? What happens at an NSA meeting? Who attends an NSA Chapter? Do you need to RSVP before joining an NSA chapter meeting? Do you offer virtual chapter meetings? Don’t see an answer to your question? How do I start a local NSA chapter? How do I start a local NSA chapter? Testimonials Read more about the power of chapters and support groups from NSA members themselves! "When I attended my first conference in 2019. I was welcomed into this "stamily" with open arms and haven't left the bear hug since!" Lexi Hewitt Exton, PA Chapter "Other people who stutter are the best sources of support, love, and encouragement on your journey. Don't be afraid to reach out, no matter what stage you're at." Gina Waggott Author, Entrepreneur "This community has helped me rediscover myself as a confident and capable person who stutters." John Ontiveros Lorem, CA Chapter

Find stuttering resources and programs for teens. Join a supportive community designed to empower young people. Connect, Support, and Thrive The teenage years can be an exciting and challenging stage of life – new schools, new freedoms, and new challenges, including those with your speech. Many teens who stutter may feel like they are the alone, like they are the only one who understands how they feel. Am I Alone? As a teen who stutters, you may experience daily challenges and difficulties that your peers do not. You may face ridicule by classmates. You may experience anxiety in social situations such as dating, but with the added worry of “Will he/she not like me because of my stutter?” You may feel nervous in class wondering if today is the day the teacher will call on you to participate. You may wonder if you are alone. You’re in the right place to connect with other teens who have been through some of the same experiments, struggles, and triumphs, and know exactly how you feel! NSA Teens understand the specific challenges and difficulties that you may be experiencing, and they are here to support you and help you to navigate through them successfully. Stuttering is a part of you, but it does not – and will never – define you. YOU ARE NOT ALONE! The NSA is Here to Help! We offer a variety of ways to connect with other teens who stutter, both online and in person. FIND YOUR LOCAL CHAPTER NSA TEENS INSTAGRAM NSA TEENS FACEBOOK GROUP TEEN ADVISORY COUNCIL UPCOMING NSA EVENTS Junior Chapter Leaders This specialized position is open to teens (ages 13-17) who want to become more involved in their chapter meetings, working with existing Chapter Leaders in the planning and execution of chapter meetings, and who can serve as a role model for their peers and/or the younger children in their chapter. This is an opportunity for teens to become more engaged within the NSA, learn leadership skills, and express themselves creatively, with the opportunity to continue on as Chapter Leaders when you ‘age out’ of your NSA Teen or Family Chapter. Junior Chapter Leaders will still need their parent or guardian to attend all meetings with them, and the Chapter Leader must be there for the entirety of the meetings as well. Interested? Apply today! Learn More About Stuttering Stuttering Explained Causes of Stuttering Treatment for Stuttering Facts about Stuttering Myths about Stuttering Famous People Who Stutter Educating your Classmates Find a Speech Therapist

< Back Previous Pamela Mertz Presenter Pamela Mertz has been involved with the National Stuttering Association (NSA) for 20 years. She is a former board member and currently develops many of the virtual events for the stuttering community. She co-facilitates the monthly NSA Women's Connect and serves on the WeStutter@Work committee. Pam was inducted into the NSA Hall of Fame in 2022, a moment she considers one of her proudest. She has attended and spoken at several international events about stuttering. Next

Join the Manhattan, NY - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Manhattan ADULT CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS NORTHEAST REGION Official NSA Chapter - New York State Welcome to the NSA Manhattan Chapter! The National Stuttering Association’s® motto: If You Stutter, You’re Not Alone®, is what our NSA Chapters are all about! Chapter meetings are open to people who stutter, family members of people who stutter, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and anyone that wants to learn more about stuttering. Feel free to reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) to find out more about our chapter. We hope you will join us! How do you typically meet? In-Person Meetings What age group can attend? Adult What languages are spoken? English How much does it cost? Free! Meetings Here is information on the location and schedule of our meetings. Reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) for more information! Where? Pier 57 – 25 11th Avenue (Oyster Classroom) New York, NY 10011 When? Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of each month from 7:00-8:30PM Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Laurisha Charles & Clay Simonsen Chapter Leaders Get in touch! ManhattanStutters@gmail.com - - Questions? We know that attending your first NSA Chapter meeting might be a little intimidating so we’ve tried to answer some of your questions! We know once you get there, you’ll be greeted by Chapter Leaders who have been in your shoes before and are happy to welcome you! What are NSA Local Chapters? Local chapters are the heartbeat of the NSA — powerful spaces where you can meet others, share experiences, and feel supported. Whether you’re an adult who stutters or part of a family navigating stuttering together, we have a chapter for you. Learn more about NSA Chapters and find a meeting close to home! Read more about NSA Chapters and plan to attend a meeting near you! What does a local NSA chapter do? How can I find a local NSA chapter? What happens at an NSA meeting? Who attends an NSA Chapter? Do you need to RSVP before joining an NSA chapter meeting? Do you offer virtual chapter meetings? Don’t see an answer to your question? How do I start a local NSA chapter? How do I start a local NSA chapter? Testimonials Read more about the power of chapters and support groups from NSA members themselves! "When I attended my first conference in 2019. I was welcomed into this "stamily" with open arms and haven't left the bear hug since!" Lexi Hewitt Exton, PA Chapter "Other people who stutter are the best sources of support, love, and encouragement on your journey. Don't be afraid to reach out, no matter what stage you're at." Gina Waggott Author, Entrepreneur "This community has helped me rediscover myself as a confident and capable person who stutters." John Ontiveros Lorem, CA Chapter

< Back Previous Linus Simner Presenter Linus Simner is 19 years old and currently taking a gap year between high school and college. He’s planning to study sports analytics at Elon University in Elon, North Carolina. Next

Meet Siddharth Tripathi, a valued member of the National Stuttering Association team. Learn more about their role and contributions. Siddharth Tripathi Teen Advisory Council (TAC) Siddharth Tripathi is a junior at Hebron High School in Dallas, Texas, and will be serving his first year on the NSA’s Teen Advisory Council. He’s actively involved in the stuttering community as a youth leader in the Richardson NSA Kids Chapter and through the TWST Chapter in Dallas, where he enjoys helping create a welcoming space for others who stutter. He also conducts treatment fidelity research at UT Austin’s Blank Center for Stuttering Education and Research, where he helps analyze the consistency of speech therapy techniques implemented across sessions. Outside of his work, Siddharth is on his school’s tennis team and enjoys staying active! He’s excited to get started with the TAC and looks forward to meeting new people at the annual conference in Charlotte!

< Back Previous Linda Gioscia Presenter “Miss Linda” Twiss Gioscia is the mother of National Stuttering Association (NSA) member Ethan. Her family has been attending both the 1-Day and Annual Conferences for 7 years! She owns the Performance Dance Center in Weymouth, Massachusetts, which has been teaching children ages 3 and up dance for 28 years. She is a member of the Dance Teachers’ Club of Boston and past membership examiner. She is also a member, past president, and secretary of the Greater Brockton Dance Teachers’ Association. Miss Linda takes classes to stay current in the dance profession and keeps up with all the dance journals, books, and periodicals. Next

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< Back Previous Aryanna Tillman Presenter Aryanna Tillman is an incoming college freshman from Summersville, Missouri, planning to major in Nursing. She loves soccer, shopping, and spending time with friends and family. Charlotte is Aryanna’s third Annual Conference. Next

< Back Previous David Potts Presenter David Potts is a research scientist at the Dow Chemical Company. He is originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is a lifelong stutterer. He received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Oklahoma in 2018 and his PhD from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2024, both in chemical engineering. His work focuses on developing catalysts to speed up and make chemical reactions more environmentally friendly. David moved to Michigan in 2024 and is a member of the National Stuttering Association East Lansing Chapter. He attended his first Annual Conference in 2025. He is passionate about mentorship, outreach, and making scientific fields more accessible to others who stutter. Next

Join the Orange County, CA - Teen stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Orange County, CA - Teens TEENS IN-PERSON MEETINGS, VIRTUAL MEETINGS SOUTHWEST REGION Official NSA Chapter - California State Welcome to the NSA Orange County Teen Chapter! The National Stuttering Association’s® motto: If You Stutter, You’re Not Alone®, is what our NSA Chapters are all about! Chapter meetings are open to people who stutter, family members of people who stutter, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and anyone that wants to learn more about stuttering. Feel free to reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) to find out more about our chapter. We hope you will join us! How do you typically meet? In-Person Meetings, Virtual Meetings What age group can attend? Teens What languages are spoken? English How much does it cost? Free! Meetings Here is information on the location and schedule of our meetings. Reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) for more information! Where? Location may vary around the Orange County area. When? Quarterly meet-ups happen on Zoom and around the Orange County area. Please contact the Chapter Leaders for information! Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Vasili Hatziris & Antonio Hatziris Chapter Leaders Get in touch! NSAocteenchapter@gmail.com - - Questions? We know that attending your first NSA Chapter meeting might be a little intimidating so we’ve tried to answer some of your questions! We know once you get there, you’ll be greeted by Chapter Leaders who have been in your shoes before and are happy to welcome you! What are NSA Local Chapters? Local chapters are the heartbeat of the NSA — powerful spaces where you can meet others, share experiences, and feel supported. Whether you’re an adult who stutters or part of a family navigating stuttering together, we have a chapter for you. Learn more about NSA Chapters and find a meeting close to home! Read more about NSA Chapters and plan to attend a meeting near you! What does a local NSA chapter do? How can I find a local NSA chapter? What happens at an NSA meeting? Who attends an NSA Chapter? Do you need to RSVP before joining an NSA chapter meeting? Do you offer virtual chapter meetings? Don’t see an answer to your question? How do I start a local NSA chapter? How do I start a local NSA chapter? Testimonials Read more about the power of chapters and support groups from NSA members themselves! "When I attended my first conference in 2019. I was welcomed into this "stamily" with open arms and haven't left the bear hug since!" Lexi Hewitt Exton, PA Chapter "Other people who stutter are the best sources of support, love, and encouragement on your journey. Don't be afraid to reach out, no matter what stage you're at." Gina Waggott Author, Entrepreneur "This community has helped me rediscover myself as a confident and capable person who stutters." John Ontiveros Lorem, CA Chapter

Join the Parents and Caregivers Virtual Chapter stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Parents and Caregivers Virtual Chapter FAMILY CHAPTER VIRTUAL MEETINGS CENTRAL SOUTH REGION Official NSA Chapter Welcome to the NSA Parents and Caregivers Virtual Chapter! The National Stuttering Association’s® motto: If You Stutter, You’re Not Alone®, is what our NSA Chapters are all about! Chapter meetings are open to people who stutter, family members of people who stutter, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and anyone that wants to learn more about stuttering. Feel free to reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) to find out more about our chapter. We hope you will join us! How do you typically meet? Virtual Meetings What age group can attend? Family What languages are spoken? English How much does it cost? Free! Meetings Here is information on the location and schedule of our meetings. Reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) for more information! Where? Meetings are held virtually. When? Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 7 PM Eastern. Check the NSA Events page to RSVP. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Christine Rose & Mike Gioscia Chapter Leaders Get in touch! mikegioscia@gmail.com - - Questions? We know that attending your first NSA Chapter meeting might be a little intimidating so we’ve tried to answer some of your questions! We know once you get there, you’ll be greeted by Chapter Leaders who have been in your shoes before and are happy to welcome you! What are NSA Local Chapters? Local chapters are the heartbeat of the NSA — powerful spaces where you can meet others, share experiences, and feel supported. Whether you’re an adult who stutters or part of a family navigating stuttering together, we have a chapter for you. Learn more about NSA Chapters and find a meeting close to home! Read more about NSA Chapters and plan to attend a meeting near you! What does a local NSA chapter do? How can I find a local NSA chapter? What happens at an NSA meeting? Who attends an NSA Chapter? Do you need to RSVP before joining an NSA chapter meeting? Do you offer virtual chapter meetings? Don’t see an answer to your question? How do I start a local NSA chapter? How do I start a local NSA chapter? Testimonials Read more about the power of chapters and support groups from NSA members themselves! "When I attended my first conference in 2019. I was welcomed into this "stamily" with open arms and haven't left the bear hug since!" Lexi Hewitt Exton, PA Chapter "Other people who stutter are the best sources of support, love, and encouragement on your journey. Don't be afraid to reach out, no matter what stage you're at." Gina Waggott Author, Entrepreneur "This community has helped me rediscover myself as a confident and capable person who stutters." John Ontiveros Lorem, CA Chapter