Tanya Murphy is the Founder, President & CEO of The Society for ADHD and Co-Occurring Conditions, where she leads the organization’s mission to advance ADHD education, advocacy, and support for individuals in faith-based and historically marginalized communities. With a deep commitment to equity and access, Tanya drives initiatives that raise awareness, reduce stigma, and expand pathways to culturally conscious care, bringing together leaders across the faith, nonprofit, healthcare, and corporate sectors to build collaborative solutions for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

A seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience in advocacy, program development, and organizational strategy, Tanya holds dual certifications as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Anxiety Coach (CBTAC) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Practitioner (MBSRP) — credentials that ground her work in evidence-based, whole-person approaches to neurodivergent wellbeing. Her career includes service as Chief Knowledge Officer at Harris Nibor International and collaborative partnerships with nationally recognized organizations including AARP, the American Hospital Association, and the American Lung Association. She has contributed to pivotal healthcare reform initiatives and championed equitable workplace practices throughout her career.

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Tanya also served as a faculty collaborator with the American Academy of Pediatrics on their course, Improving Care for ADHD: Strategies for Effective Communication and Collaboration among Clinicians, Families, and Schools — extending her expertise to the clinical community. She is the founder of Rest In His Presence, a contemplative ministry and workplace wellness practice offered through Ryyst LLC, integrating spiritual formation, rest science, and neurodiversity-affirming approaches for individuals and organizations. Her guided meditations and contemplative content are featured on InsightTimer and BrainTap, two of the world’s leading wellness platforms, reaching a global audience. Tanya’s thought leadership has been recognized in national media, including Meditation Magazine and the New York Times Science Section, where she was featured in a piece highlighting ADHD diagnosis in older adults. A former member of the CHADD Board of Directors, Tanya remains an active member of APSARD (American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders).

TC Carter is a seasoned nonprofit leader, educator, and advocate with over 25 years of experience developing and managing education and awareness programs. She brings to The Society for ADHD and Co-Occurring Conditions a proven track record of building impactful initiatives that serve diverse and underserved populations, including individuals and families affected by ADHD, co-occurring conditions, and a range of social and economic challenges.

TC is the founder and former CEO of A Kids Dream, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Winder, Georgia, that helped over 300 socioeconomically disadvantaged high school students access and attend college. Through partnerships with national retail sponsors, A Kids Dream provided each student with all college dorm room supplies, educational equipment, and materials — removing one of the most practical barriers to college entry. TC worked with students navigating foster care, homelessness, neurodivergence, and mental health challenges, and collaborated directly with colleges to secure appropriate accommodations, academic resources, and in some cases, admission pathways for students who would not otherwise have had the opportunity to attend.

A licensed Christian minister, TC is also a passionate multiple sclerosis (MS) advocate. She has delivered testimony on Capitol Hill, participated in MS public policy briefings and events, and served as a keynote speaker at MS fundraisers. She has been a trusted advisor to the MS patient advocate leadership board, bringing the same commitment to equity and access that defines all of her work.

In her role with The Society, TC oversees educational initiatives addressing ADHD and co-occurring conditions for diverse audiences including families, educators, and healthcare providers. She designs and implements awareness campaigns to reduce stigma and promote early diagnosis, and builds strategic partnerships with community organizations, faith based organizations, schools, and healthcare systems to expand the reach of The Society's programs.

Dr. Brandi Walker is a licensed Clinical and Research Psychologist and board-certified executive leadership coach with a distinguished career spanning clinical practice, military service, and organizational consulting. She is the CEO of Marie Pauline Consulting, LLC, a private practice dedicated to helping organizations improve their social climate, employee and customer relations, and cultural humility and consciousness — providing the educational, clinical, and psychological guidance needed to create more equitable and effective environments.

As an organizational consultant, Dr. Walker partners with leaders and their teams to advance strategic initiatives that reduce mental health challenges and build resilience. She has been particularly impactful in this work with military leaders and service members, bringing both clinical expertise and firsthand understanding of the military experience to her practice.

A Howard University and University of Maryland alumna, Dr. Walker served as an Army Clinical Psychologist and faculty member at Womack Army Medical Center at Fort Liberty, North Carolina. She recently retired as a commissioned Army officer following a career of dedicated service. Dr. Walker remains active in research, with a focus on children with ADHD, their families, and the broader variables that shape their outcomes.

She is also the founder of V.O.I.C.E. for Neurodiversity, a research-based nonprofit committed to expanding access to care and improving quality of life for individuals and communities facing systemic and societal barriers.

Trent Ullrich is an advocate, academic, and public policy professional who brings both deep expertise and lived experience as a person with ADHD to his work with The Society for ADHD and Co-Occurring Conditions. Currently a PhD student at the Cornell University Brooks School of Public Policy, Trent leads and contributes to research on health policy and American politics — work that directly informs and strengthens The Society’s advocacy mission.

Trent also brings substantial experience in consulting and electoral politics, currently serving as a consultant with High Lantern Group and having previously worked on local, state, and federal political campaigns across New York. His public policy credentials are further demonstrated through his former service as Co-Chair of the CHADD Advocacy and Public Policy Committee, where he helped shape national advocacy efforts on behalf of individuals with ADHD.

Beyond his professional and academic commitments, Trent volunteers as a facilitator with the Focus Forward Project, a 13-week life skills program serving individuals in federal jails or under pretrial supervision — reflecting his commitment to equity and access for underserved populations. He graduated with honors from Cornell University with a Master of Public Administration (MPA) and earned his BA in Government and Politics summa cum laude from St. John’s University. Trent lives in upstate New York with his wife, Bryanna, and their two cats, Furio and Piccola.

Joe Agovino is a seasoned political strategist and communications professional with over 15 years of experience advancing pragmatic public policy, stakeholder engagement, and coalition building across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. As Political and Communications Director for the U.S. Hydrogen Alliance, Joe leads the organization’s outreach to policymakers, industry leaders, and community stakeholders, helping to shape a national conversation around the future of clean hydrogen and its role in achieving a more sustainable, secure, and equitable energy economy.

Joe’s career includes senior leadership roles on federal, state, and local campaigns, including managing one of New York’s most closely watched congressional victories in 2024. He has served as a Communications Director and policy advisor in the New York State Senate, a Congressional Policy Fellow, and a Director of Community Development, consistently working to bridge the gap between institutional policymaking and the real-world needs of diverse communities.

 

A dual graduate of the Maxwell School at Syracuse University with master’s degrees in Public Administration and Political Science, Joe brings both analytical rigor and practical experience to his work at USHA. His approach to communications is grounded in values of clarity, accessibility, and impact, ensuring that policy innovation is matched with public understanding and trust.

 

Joe founded Civic Response, a public affairs and communications firm focused on voter engagement and participatory democracy. He continues to champion scalable models of civic infrastructure and public engagement. .

Diana is a dynamic political operative, policy analyst, and communications professional with extensive experience in grassroots outreach, political campaigns, and civic engagement organizations. As the Director of Electoral Programs for Islip Forward, she leads policy development, community advocacy, and volunteer mobilization efforts centered on equity, immigration justice, and economic opportunity. Her foundation in public service includes work in medical billing operations, multilingual outreach, and youth leadership, reflecting a career driven by community empowerment, practical solutions, and inclusive civic participation.

Born in Tacoma, Washington and raised on Long Island, New York, Diana is a proud dog mom to a Dachshund named Morty and enjoys reading, gardening, and rock-climbing.

Naline Walker brings a rich and varied background in ADHD advocacy, human services, and community engagement to her role on The Society's Board of Directors. She has served as a Regional Manager for the Southern Regional Support Center for Children and Adults with ADHD and as a Chapter Coordinator for the Prince George's County CHADD Chapter — roles that deepened her expertise in ADHD support and community-based programming. Naline has also contributed to academic research as a member of the Howard University Healthy Kidz ADHD Research study team.

With over 15 years of experience in human behavior — including work as a Residential Counselor and more than five years supporting military families on a military installation — Naline brings a grounded, people-centered perspective to everything she does. She holds a Master's in Criminal Justice, a Master's in Business Administration, and certifications in Nonprofit Organizations.
In addition to her service on The Society's leadership team, Naline serves as Director of Engagement and Secretary of the Board of Directors for V.O.I.C.E. for Neurodiversity. She is driven by a deep belief in the power of community and a passionate commitment to creating spaces where marginalized voices are heard, valued, and supported with real resources.

Jean Tidd is a licensed independent social worker, therapist, and coach with nearly three decades of specialized expertise in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating individuals with ADHD. She earned her Bachelor's in Social Work from Ohio University and her Master's in Social Work from The Ohio State University, where she has also spent twenty years as adjunct faculty teaching in both undergraduate and graduate social work programs.

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Jean is the founder of Badass ADHD Evaluation, Coaching, Consultation and Training, a division of Holistic Consultation, built on the mission of helping people with ADHD move beyond simply living, to truly thriving. Through this work, she helps individuals embrace their unique blend of brilliance, resilience, and fearlessness to find success on their own terms. Recognizing the broader impact of ADHD on relationships and family systems, Jean also created extensive programming for couples and families through her membership-based Badass ADHD Powerhouse Collective.

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An experienced trainer and educator, Jean offers learning opportunities and continuing education credits to professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of ADHD. She holds memberships in several leading ADHD organizations, including CHADD, APSARD, and ACO. Perhaps most importantly, Jean is a card-carrying member of the ADHD community herself — diagnosed with ADHD, as are two of her three children — bringing both clinical expertise and lived experience to every aspect of her work.

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In addition to her service on The Society's Board of Directors, Jean serves on the ADHD UnMasked Faith-Based Support Groups Professional Advisors panel and the ADHD UnMasked Faith-Based Conference Leadership Team, contributing her clinical expertise to two of The Society's most impactful initiatives.