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Join the LA/South Pasadena - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. LA/South Pasadena ADULT CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS SOUTHWEST REGION Official NSA Chapter - California State Welcome to the NSA LA/South Pasadena 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? 2596 Mission Street (corner of Los Robles and Mission) Suite #203 San Marino, CA 91108 When? Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00PM. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Joe Bergren Chapter Leader Get in touch! josephbergren@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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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 Seattle - Family stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Seattle FAMILY CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS NORTHWEST REGION Official NSA Chapter - Washington State Welcome to the NSA Seattle 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? Meeting locations vary around the Seattle area. When? Meetings are held on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 3:00-5:00PM. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Tiffani Kittilstved & Dhriti Rao Chapter Leaders Get in touch! Tkittilstved@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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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

Learn how Cameron Francek,a person who stutters, achieved career success. Get inspired by their journey. Technical Delivery Lead Cameron Francek e your daily job duties. I am a Technical Delivery Lead responsible for leading a team of Software Engineers and Business Analysts at Meridian Health Plan. We support an internal software application where our core business and healthcare process are maintained. I oversee all aspects of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering, development, promotion and stakeholder relations. We must react quickly to changes in state and federal requirements, ensuring the needs of clients are met, our processes remain compliant and that both our members and providers have an elite experience with Meridian. As a person who stutters, share the most challenging part of your job. As a leader, effective communication and decision making are critical to the success of our team. In stressful situations where the prevalence of my stuttering may be heightened, I often have to remind myself that my fluency is secondary to the outcome that we are working towards. In those instances, my experience with stuttering allows me to approach the situation with empathy and courage. Ultimately, it’s about delivering the message and outcome required to get the job done whether I stutter or not. Did you self-disclose your stuttering during the job hiring process? If so, how did you do it and how do you currently disclose your stuttering to unsuspecting co-workers? I am a firm believer in disclosing the fact that I am a person who stutters. In doing so, I am able to better focus on the context of the given situation and better keep the attention of my audience. Getting that disclosure out of the way also displays a level of confident vulnerability which I view as a sign of strength. In my experience, disclosing I stutter empowers others to be themselves and that helps them perform at a higher, more comfortable level. The last thing I want is for people to be wondering what is happening when I stutter, which could prevent people from focusing on the context of our interaction or the task at hand. Describe how stuttering makes you a better, more valued contributor at work. One of the most rewarding parts of my job is being part of a team and working toward a common goal. I hope my stuttering brings a “human” aspect to the team that can sometimes be lost in a results-driven environment. Empowering our people to be themselves, to practice empathy, to be courageous and to work together regardless of differences or insecurities is what I work to offer to Meridian. What is your proudest moment at your current company? Regularly doing things I once thought were impossible, makes me proud. Leading a team of super smart and talented people, giving a status report to our Executive team and even facilitating a conference call are moments I’m grateful for every day. What are your long-term career aspirations? I hope to grow in my leadership role, become a technical expert and one day be the CIO of a Fortune 500 company. What’s your best advice for people who stutter just entering the workplace and for those in a career striving to achieve greater success? Be yourself and know that you can communicate effectively regardless of stuttering. In fact, I’d argue you communicate effectively because you stutter. Be confident in your abilities, prepare intensely and focus on acting with empathy and courage. Shine bright every day.

Join the Monroe - Adult & Family stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Monroe ADULT, FAMILY CHAPTER IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL MEETINGS SOUTHEAST REGION Official NSA Chapter - Louisiana State Welcome to the NSA Monroe 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 & Virtual Meetings What age group can attend? Adult, 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? Virtual meetings are held over Zoom. In-person meetings are held around the Monroe area. When? Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month (September thru May) from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Meetings are currently being held virtually. For details about meetings and for any other information, please contact the Chapter Leader. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Amanda Elias Chapter Leader Get in touch! nsamonroechapter@gmail.com (318) 348-7685 - 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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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

Meet Linus Simner, a valued member of the National Stuttering Association team. Learn more about their role and contributions. Linus Simner TAC Linus is a senior in high school and enjoys playing baseball. In his free time, Linus enjoys volunteering at dog shelters. He has an avid passion for dogs and all things animals. Linus is excited to be on the TAC.

Learn how Justin James,a person who stutters, achieved career success. Get inspired by their journey. Chiropractor Justin James Briefly describe your daily job duties. I am a Doctor of Chiropractic, I specialize in rehabilitation. I spend my days speaking to patients to better understand their history so that I can effectively treat them. I also need to explain to them, in an easy to understand way, what their problem is and how I can assist them. As a person who stutters, share the most challenging part of your job. The most challenging part of my job is speaking with patients. It’s something I do all day, every day. This can be incredibly nerve-wracking some days, but I’m able to work past it and work through it. Did you self-disclose your stuttering during the job hiring process? If so, how did you do it and how do you currently disclose your stuttering to unsuspecting clients? I am blessed to own my practice. As a result, I didn’t have a job interview. I have chosen not to disclose my stutter to patients. I do not feel like it’s my place, in my position, to take the focus off of them. Their issues and health concerns are my primary focus. Describe how stuttering makes you a better, more valued contributor at work. Stuttering has taught me so much. It has taught me empathy and understanding. It has shown me that struggling is part of life. But, with the proper mindset and tools, these obstacles can be overcome. What is your proudest moment at your current company? My proudest moment is actually going to work every day as a physician. Every day is a proud moment for me. When I think back to my childhood, I was always terrified to speak to anyone I didn’t know. Terrified they would see me stammer. I never thought in a million years I’d ever accomplish what I have accomplished. What are your long-term career aspirations? I want to be known for my rehabilitation skills. I want to be able to teach at local colleges and teach at seminars around the country. I’ve already done some speaking to students teaching them about differing rehabilitation strategies. What’s your best advice for people who stutter just entering the workplace and for those in a career striving to achieve greater success? Do not be afraid. You can and will accomplish great things. Some days are going to be harder than others. You’re going to get frustrated and that’s ok. You will get through it. You will succeed.

Meet Reagan Jesinkey, a valued member of the National Stuttering Association team. Learn more about their role and contributions. Reagan Jesinkey Digital Marketing Coordinator Reagan Jesinkey is a Digital Marketing Coordinator for Sisters Who Stutter (SWS), where she supports creative content, digital storytelling, and social media efforts that highlight the experiences and voices of teens who stutter. She is a junior in high school and lives in a small town in North Carolina. Reagan brings a strong creative background to her marketing role. She dances competitively and has been a member of her school’s dance team since ninth grade. Her dance journey has taken her to destinations including Costa Rica, Hawaii, Disney, New York, and Los Angeles. Her passion for performance and movement naturally translates into visual storytelling and creative digital work. In addition to dance, Reagan is involved in her school’s film club and enjoys creating magazines and videos that showcase different aspects of high school life. Discovering the National Stuttering Association (NSA) opened new doors for her, helping her build confidence and giving her opportunities to learn while supporting others who stutter. The 2025 NSA Conference in Denver was Reagan’s first conference, and it marked an important milestone in her journey with the stuttering community and Sisters Who Stutter.

< Back Phillip Solomon Keynote Speaker Phillip Solomon is an educator, fitness professional, and motivational figure who thrives on challenging the status quo as a person who stutters. With a strong foundation in education, Phillip has spent years empowering youth and communities through innovative teaching strategies, mentorship, and advocacy for equity in learning. His passion for personal growth and wellness led him to the world of fitness, where he inspires others to transform their bodies and unlock their full potential. Phillip is known for fusing discipline, determination, and heart together. As a standout competitor on NBC’s “Deal or No Deal Island,” Phillip brought the same grit, charisma, and strategic mindset that define his work off-screen. He's redefining what it means to show up fully and lead for purpose, with purpose, on purpose. Phillip is proving that with resilience and authenticity, anything is possible. Previous Next

Join the St. Louis - Family stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. St. Louis - Family FAMILY CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS CENTRAL SOUTH REGION Official NSA Chapter - Missouri State Welcome to the NSA St. Louis 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? The NSA St. Louis Family Chapter meets around the St. Louis area. Meetings generally alternate between two locations: Chicken N Pickle and Saint Louis University (SLU), McGannon Hall. Please see below for our detailed list of meetings for 2025 and 2026. Reach out to the Chapter Leaders for more information and be sure to follow us on Instagram @stlstutters! Chicken N Pickle 1500 S Main St St Charles, MO 63303 Saint Louis University, McGannon Hall 3750 Lindell Blvd St. Louis, MO 63108 When? The NSA St. Louis Family Chapter has a jam-packed schedule of events and meetings for 2025 and 2026! Please read below for more details and plan to join us at an upcoming event! Reach out to the Chapter Leaders for more information. 2025 Saturday, August 16 – BBQ (RSVP for location) Wednesday, September 10 – Chicken N Pickle Sunday, October 12 at 1:00 PM – SLU Soccer Game Saturday, November 15 – Friendsgiving Potluck (RSVP for location) Wednesday, December 17 – Chicken N Pickle 2026 Wednesday, January 14 – SLU February – Bowling (Date and Location TBD) Wednesday, March 11 – Chicken N Pickle Wednesday, April 8 – SLU May – Karaoke (Date and Location TBD) Wednesday, June 10 – Chicken N Pickle Wednesday, July 8 – SLU Saturday, August 8 – BBQ (RSVP for location) Wednesday, September 9 – Chicken N Pickle Wednesday, October 14 – SLU Saturday, November 14 – Friendsgiving (RSVP for location) Wednesday, December 16 – Chicken N Pickle Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Molly Porzel, Mitch Porzel & Christine Rose Chapter Leaders Get in touch! stlstutters@gmail.com (916) 607-4708 https://www.instagram.com/stlstutters/ 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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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 San Juan - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. San Juan ADULT CHAPTER HYBRID MEETINGS SOUTHWEST REGION Official NSA Chapter - Puerto Rico State Welcome to the NSA San Juan 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? Hybrid Meetings What age group can attend? Adult What languages are spoken? Spanish 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? Escuela de Profesiones de Salud – P.º Ing. Carmelo Galíndez San Juan, Puerto Rico 00921. Meetings also held via Google Meet. When? Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 7:00PM. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Bryan Lopez, Jhenuel Flores & Rafael Ramos Chapter Leaders Get in touch! apttaadultos@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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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 Bronx/Lehman College - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Bronx/Lehman College ADULT CHAPTER VIRTUAL MEETINGS NORTHEAST REGION Official NSA Chapter - New York State Welcome to the NSA Bronx/Lehman College 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? 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? Via Zoom When? Virtual meetings (Zoom) are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 7:00-8:30PM contact Chapter Leader for additional information Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Peggy Conner & Kenny Imade Chapter Leaders Get in touch! nsabronx@gmail.com - http://www.nsachapters.org/bronx/ 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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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 Rowan Ashby Speaker Rowan is a senior in high school and plans to swim in college. She is apart of the Sisters who Stutter group and is the Chairwoman. She attended a panel for the NSA about advocacy within schools. Going to the conference is one of her favorite events of the year. This will be her second NSA conference and is very excited to see old friends at the conference. Previous Next