Born from a family. Built for every family.x
Self Learning Academy, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in Miami-Dade County, Florida. We empower neurodivergent individuals and their families across all life stages — through evidence-based programs, compassionate support, and community partnerships.
Our mission
To empower neurodivergent individuals and their families through evidence-based programs, compassionate support, and community partnerships. We are dedicated to fostering resilience, well-being, and lifelong growth.
Individual & Family
Holistic support including early detection and intervention, emotional well-being, and family support.
Online Academy
A specialized learning platform for educators and caregivers — practical, evidence-based, and always available.
United Mission Network
A people-centered community of nonprofits, powered by innovation and technology to drive maximum impact.
Three values guide every decision.
Empowerment
We believe in every individual's potential — and design every program to expand it.
Collaboration
We work alongside families, educators and organizations. Nothing we do is built alone.
Integrity
Transparency and accountability run through governance, finance, and every family interaction.
Our team
Eight people whose lives shaped this organization.
Practitioners, parents, advocates and clinicians — each with lived experience inside the system we are working to change.
Mónica Cruz
Vice-President
Javier Hernández
IT Manager
Carla Mercé
Family Resource Specialist
Dr. Pedro Barbero
Wellness Program Manager
The ecosystem
Three interconnected pillars — one unified mission.
Individual & Family
Holistic support including early detection and intervention, emotional well-being, and family support.
Online Academy
A specialized learning platform for educators and caregivers — practical, evidence-based, and always available.
United Mission Network
A people-centered community of nonprofits, powered by innovation and technology to drive maximum impact.