Shawn McGill MSW Consulting LLC

10/02/2026

Shawn McGill Consulting is proud to partner with 79 residential providers across Pennsylvania to deliver customized, person‑centered supports for individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Every organization we work with shares a commitment to helping people build meaningful lives—lives rooted in safety, dignity, independence, and genuine connection. Our role is to strengthen that mission through tailored training, clinical guidance, and practical tools that empower teams to provide the highest‑quality support possible.

I’m grateful for the trust so many providers place in our work, and I remain committed to ensuring that every person served receives thoughtful, individualized, and respectful care.

If your organization is seeking specialized consultation or training, I’d be glad to connect. ~Shawn

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09/29/2026

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⭐ UPCOMING TRAINING OPPORTUNITY! ⭐

Fostering Relationships

Part of the Complex Behavioral Health Series, this training encourages us to consider supporting people with intellectual disabilities or autism in connecting with others. Do they have unpaid connections? Join us with Shawn McGill from Shawn McGill MSW Consulting LLC as we will explore how to challenge our thinking and foster lasting, meaningful connections.

To learn more or to register, visit: https://qrco.de/fosteringrelationships

09/29/2026

🌍 Two Old Sexperts: Global Listening Update!

We’ve been digging into our podcast stats from the past year, and wow — Two Old Sexperts: Talking Sexuality & Disabilities is traveling far beyond our little corner of the world.

Here are our top listening countries:

🇺🇸 United States
🇦🇺 Australia
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🇫🇷 France
🇧🇷 Brazil
🇨🇦 Canada
🇰🇷 South Korea
🇲🇽 Mexico
🇮🇳 India
🇸🇬 Singapore

Thank you for helping us bring conversations about sexuality, consent, relationships, and disability to a global audience. We’re grateful you’re here and listening.

🎧 Keep tuning in — we’ve got more honest, practical, and empowering conversations on the way.

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09/14/2026

Direct Support Professional Week: Honoring the Heart of Our Field

This week, we recognize and celebrate the incredible Direct Support Professionals whose dedication, skill, and compassion make community inclusion possible. DSPs show up every day with patience, creativity, and unwavering commitment. They help people build meaningful lives, strengthen independence, and achieve personal goals.

Their work is more than a job. It is relationship‑building. It is advocacy. It is teaching, coaching, listening, and empowering. It is the quiet, consistent leadership that helps individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live full, self‑directed lives.

To every DSP: thank you for the long days, the problem‑solving, the encouragement, the dignity you uphold, and the respect you show. Thank you for being the steady presence families rely on and the trusted partner individuals count on. You make a profound difference, and our communities are stronger because of you.

This week, and every week, we honor your professionalism, your humanity, and your impact.

09/03/2026

CONFERENCE SESSION SPOTLIGHT! 📢

Autism & Gender Diversity: Supporting the Neurodiverse Community

Speaker: Shawn McGill, MSW, LSW

Description: This training examines the connection between autism and gender diversity, focusing on why autistic individuals may express gender variance more often and how to provide meaningful, affirming support. Participants will learn key concepts related to neurodiversity, gender identity, and gender expression, while exploring common barriers faced by autistic and gender-diverse people. Using practical examples and inclusive strategies, this session highlights specific actions individuals, teams, and organizations can take to build safer, more supportive environments. The training emphasizes respect, self-determination, and practical application to better support autistic people who express gender variance in community settings.

43rd Annual NADD Conference
October 7-9, 2026
Pittsburgh, PA

Learn More & Register: https://thenadd.org/conferences

09/03/2026

⭐ UPCOMING TRAINING OPPORTUNITY ⭐

Critical Skills in Relationships

Relationships require effort but are meaningful. Our featured speaker, Shawn McGill from Shawn McGill MSW Consulting LLC will address basic and advanced skills like emotional intelligence and conflict resolution. With education and effort, we can all build and maintain healthy, rewarding relationships.

For more information or to register, scan the QR code in the image or visit: https://qrco.de/criticalrelationshipskills

09/01/2026

Love After 50: What Changes, What Matters, What Lasts w/ Sharon Potter.

Dating continues to evolve as we age. In this episode, we examine how love, attraction, and connection change during midlife and beyond. We discuss redefining p

08/25/2026

The Self-Care Recipe

08/17/2026

📣 Ready to Finish the Year Strong?
Our remaining 2026 online training sessions are packed with learning, growth, and real‑world tools to support the IDD/DD community.
From gender diversity to healthy sexual behaviors, from trauma‑informed care to communication skills, we’re closing out the year with powerful sessions you won’t want to miss.

🗓️ Join us, build your skills, and empower the people you serve.
Registration is open — grab your spot today!

07/20/2026

🌟 New Trauma Training This Week!
We’re excited to unveil our new trauma‑informed training for support coordinators at Rankin Christen Center this week.
Together, we’re building stronger, more compassionate support for our community. Call today to schedule trauma training for your team.