Neurodivergence and Power Exchange AMA Panel

Alexa the Smut Editor teaches neurodivergent writers who learned about sex from fanfiction to write the book they've always needed.

Alexa teaches sex and consent education through erotic fiction, helping authors craft novels that explore sexual connection, kink/BDSM, consent, boundaries, and healthy relationships. Her work is informed on trauma, neurodivergence, mental health, and the intersectionality of gender, race, sexuality, disability, and marginalized experiences. She has been in the publishing and sexual health industries for eight years, serving her communities as an educator, dildo-slinger, association volunteer (the Editorial Freelancers Association), and writing coach in addition to her own journey as an autistic, polyamorous kinkster and author.

She currently lives in the Midwest with her chosen family and pups, and she's constantly covered in dog fur.

https://smuteditorial.com/work-with-me

https://smuteditorial.substack.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thesmuteditor/

https://www.threads.com/@thesmuteditor

bella is a licensed clinical psychotherapist, educator, and active member of the BDSM/kink community. She blends clinical expertise with lived experience as a 24/7 submissive with a passion in power exchange, consent, and identity exploration, creating bold, interactive workshops that leave participants empowered, seen, and ready to own their desires, boundaries, and authentic selves.

https://fetlife.com/-bella

https://www.instagram.com/subflower_bella/

DemonaKatatonica (they/them) is a non-binary leather educator, Master, and longtime professional Dominant with over twenty years of experience in both lifestyle and professional kink. Mentored in a femme-led traditional leather household, their work blends legacy practices with modern, trauma-informed approaches to power, consent, and care.

As co-founder of XII House, DemonaKatatonica focuses on creating grounded, inclusive spaces where queer, trans, and neurodivergent people can explore authority, communication, and embodiment in ways that honor their identities and needs. Their teaching emphasizes clear consent systems, adaptive communication (including non-verbal tools), and intentional relationship design—particularly for those navigating trauma, dysphoria, or neurodivergence.

DemonaKatatonica’s educational style balances structure with curiosity, inviting participants to examine how power, identity, and nervous-system awareness intersect. Their classes center practical skills, self-knowledge, and community responsibility, offering tools that support both personal growth and healthier relational dynamics inside and outside of kink.

https://fetlife.com/DemonaKatatonica

https://msha.ke/demonakatatonica

Minion is from the Leather Community of Pittsburgh and is owned by Daddi Dev. She is a black, pansexual, polyamorous, Afro-spiritual, cisgender Femme woman.  She has been an active member of the kink community for nearly two decades. Currently, she serves as the Owner of PKOC (Pittsburgh Kinksters of Color) and is part of the Admin team for LSC (Leather Solidarity Collective). She has been a local titleholder, an educational organizer, a munch organizer, and generally been a useful pair of hands to know. She also has a passion for black spirituality, Leather history, and integrating black spirituality, kink, and power exchange.

https://fetlife.com/Devils_Minion

Fletcher is a dual board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with nine years of experience dedicated to healthcare equity. They specialize in serving underserved communities with a clinical focus on HIV/Hepatitis C prevention, gender-affirming care, and complex mental health conditions including PTSD and neurodivergency.

As an autistic, non-binary, polyamorous, and queer provider, Fletcher leverages their lived experience to cultivate safe, inclusive, and authentic spaces for patients. They are a passionate advocate for accessible healthcare, weaving together high-level clinical expertise with a holistic, patient-centered approach to population health.

https://www.instagram.com/drmrhpgwrd/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/meriahpward

Jardinero (They/He) identifies as queer, Afro-Latino, neurodivergent, polyamorous, and as most importantly “just a lil guy.” They love physical and mental bondage, impact, fear play, power exchange, most things to do with rope and just about anything that combines nerdy with kinky. He approaches kink with a background in martial arts, sword play, and forensic science which defines their particular creative brand of sadism.

They have been exploring power exchange for over 7 years and continue to try and grow themselves through new experiences and opportunities. Jardinero loves creating and finding opportunities for collaboration and communal learning from all sides of slashes.

https://fetlife.com/ElJardinero

Miss Moon is a neurodivergent non-binary, pansexual lifestyle Dominant, joyful ethical sadist, bratty Top, Leather community member and kink educator with over two decades of experience cultivating intentional play, exploring the psyche, and power exchange dynamics. With a background in professional leadership, education and communication, they strive to bring clarity, inclusivity and care to every class or demonstration. They are passionate about supporting growth in new and seasoned players alike, encouraging a foundation of authenticity with a healthy mindset.

https://fetlife.com/missmoon81

Nyxie Noc (any/all pronouns) is a kink presenter, community organizer, and Program Coordinator at Praxium, with a background as a former sex worker, content producer, and consultant. Known for bringing fresh, expansive, and creative perspectives to kink, Nyx has presented for AfterDark, Let it Reign, New Mexico Leather League, Service Oriented Conference, Boundless Events, the Portland Leather Alliance, Nocturnal Events, Sex Positive World, DomCon, and Sex Geek Summer Camp. Their teaching emphasizes the power of consent and agency as foundations for safer, more intentional play, while also inviting participants to embrace playful curiosity, imagination, and edge in their explorations. Fun, dynamic, and deeply invested in equity and inclusion, Nyx creates spaces where people can grow, connect, and discover new ways to experience kink with authenticity and joy.

https://www.viridiluxconsulting.com/nyxienoc

https://www.instagram.com/viridi_lux_consulting 

https://fetlife.com/NyxieNoc