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Our mission is to help neurodivergent individuals find their passion and express their talents, giving them a voice and platform to share their strengths with the world.
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Inspiring stories, helpful tips, & news
Creativity as a compass for neurodiverse growth
Explore how creativity builds community for twice exceptional population.
SSM Health Treffert Center cultivates young artists’ gifts
Grant Manier’s eco-art showcases the creativity of an artist on the autism spectrum
Building a vacation for neurodivergent families
Travel experiences are attainable, but make your goals flexible
Expanding access, extending hope: SSM Health Treffert Studios telepsychiatry project
How technology and teamwork are transforming youth mental health care in Wisconsin.
Grateful for guidance: Remembering Dr. Darold Treffert
A legacy of hope and human potential.
Archipelago 2025: A celebration of gifts, community, and global potential
On July 11, 2025, the SSM Health Treffert Center came alive with a celebratory event: Archipelago 2025 – A Global Savant Gathering.
Growing minds and building confidence
New seasons bring fresh opportunities to educate and empower neurodiverse students.
Introducing Archipelago: SSM Health Treffert Center’s global savant gathering
Archipelago unites extraordinary minds to celebrate the brilliance of savant syndrome
Using sensory social routines (SSRs) to connect with children
When executed effectively, SSRs can boost communication and build relationships through connection.
Monday movers: Music and magic at SSM Health Treffert Center
For one-hour, neurodiverse people of various ages and backgrounds can connect through music and movement.