
Kimia Grigoriev
Founder & President
Kimia is a licensed nurse, Board-Certified Behavioral Interventionist, dedicated advocate, educator, and researcher with a multidisciplinary approach to psychology, neuroscience, and education. She is a Joint Degree Candidate at Harvard Extension School, where she graduated Cum Laude in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree as part of the program and is now pursuing a Master’s in Psychology. Her academic focus centers on the intersection of autism and depression, aiming to better understand and support neurodivergent individuals facing mental health challenges. Kimia is passionate about fostering equitable educational environments and reducing mental health stigma, particularly in neurodivergent communities.
As a Board-Certified Behavioral Interventionist, Kimia works directly with neurodivergent populations, providing tailored support to children and young adults with autism. Additionally, her decade of experience as an inclusive STEAM educator has allowed her to develop and direct programs that support students of all abilities. She has explored the use of augmented and virtual reality to enhance learning experiences for neurodivergent students, emphasizing inclusive and supportive curricula to help learners thrive.
She also founded LearnWithKim.com, a nonprofit platform promoting inclusive education, reducing stigma around neurodiversity, and providing valuable resources for the community.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Kimia is an advocate for access to education for all, brain cancer and childhood cancer research, and was recognized with the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award in 2015 for her service and advocacy. Her fascination with the human brain extends to a deep interest in animal intelligence and communication, particularly in marine mammals, aligning with her advocacy for ocean conservation and sustainable practices to protect marine life.
Through her academic, professional, and volunteer efforts, Kimia is committed to empowering individuals from underserved and neurodivergent populations, advancing mental health support, and promoting a deeper understanding of neuroscience, education, and the natural world.