Steve Andrews
Speaker, Author, Human
Steve Andrews
Welcome to Steve’s platform, dedicated to the science of feeling safe, emotional wellbeing, and human connection. Through speaking, writing, and consulting, Steve explores felt-safety, child development, and trauma, demonstrating how a contemporary scientific understanding of human behavior can transform our world. Committed to fostering environments of growth and belonging, Steve helps every person, community, and organization thrive.
Human Sciences
Steve is dedicated to advancing the science of emotional wellbeing and felt-safety, with a remarkable ability to distill complex scientific ideas about human behavior into practical, compassionate insights that resonate with diverse audiences. His work spans childhood development, trauma, neurodiversity and disability, and interpersonal relationships, bridging rigorous analysis with a strong focus on fostering human connection and safety. Deeply committed to promoting interdependence and healthier dynamics, Steve emphasizes the transformative power of felt-safety as the foundation for all learning, healing, and growth.
Informed by science and his own lived experiences, Steve brings authenticity and a grounded approach to his teachings. Whether delivering talks and keynotes, writing, or consulting, he consistently drives positive change, helping individuals, organizations, and communities thrive through a deeper understanding of human behavior. His work has the potential to shift cultural narratives, offering a kinder, more compassionate way to engage with ourselves and each other.
- Residence Seattle, WA, USA
- Professional Site Looking for Bears
- Presentations Given 178
- Countries Spoken In 2
- States Spoken In 33
- Topics Include emotional wellbeing · felt safety · human behavior · trauma · child development · cultures of belonging · self-kindness · neurodiversity · disability
- Audiences Include individuals and families · students · educators · business leaders · military personnel · healthcare · mental and social health professionals · legal professionals · policymakers · community organizations
Testimonials
Steve's keynote presentation was enlightening and engaging. His knowledge of disability and interrelated topics combined with his ability to captivate an audience of professionals, self-advocates, and family members makes for a unique learning experience. I highly recommend Steve's work.
Steve is a social pioneer and an engaging speaker who will leave you spellbound and wanting for more. His personal story and hypotheses are a needed addition to the scientific dialogue.
Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. Your insights and personal stories were really eye-opening and gave us great ideas on how to be more inclusive and supportive. Your message definitely made a big impact on everyone.
I am still in awe of your presentation. It was everything a person who teaches community college needs to hear! Again, thank you so much for just being you.
I can’t thank Steve enough for his incredible presentation which greatly enhanced our understanding of Autism. We left the room smarter and better equipped to support those in the military community connected to Autism. Steve is a pioneer in fostering change, and his insights on Autism should be included in textbooks and shared with major CEOs and DoD senior leaders so that we can cultivate real change within our culture. We would be honored to have him back!
The training with Steve was great and extremely informative. The way the information was presented was very tangible and relatable to the population that we serve. I highly recommend Steve for group trainings. We’re looking forward to having him come out to our organization again soon!
I have had the pleasure of hearing Steve share his personal journey and professional mission with both coworkers in special education, and also with the students themselves. His presentations are extremely powerful, and need to be heard. Thank you, Steve, for your drive, commitment, and enthusiasm to our students with untapped potential.
My thanks to Steve for a meaningful presentation. He opened my eyes to important issues that I need to recognize in my work with adult learners. I learned a great deal and am so glad I attended.
Steve's perspective and personal story can profoundly impact businesses, families, students, and educators like myself. By sharing his story, he brings the word accommodation to life like no other. He is a voice to individuals who still feel the stigma of being different, and shows them and us that different can be beautiful and most of all very useful.
Brilliant talk, thank you. Your model is very helpful and challenges us to think more broadly i.e. look at the environment, not just the individual. The concept of safety and the important of relationship was very well explained. I have learnt a lot.
I hoped for a heck of a lot less than what Steve presented, this talk and Steve's slides are excellent!
This presentation was amazing. Great examples, made a very complex human experience understandable.
Steve broke down a very complex issue into simple understandable language and gave us strategies that are easy to implement.
Thank you for your wonderful contribution as our keynote speaker during Professional Development Week. I heard from many of our faculty and staff that it was the best workshop they had ever attended!
This is one of my favourite talks in the three years I've been watching. I really appreciated how the model presented is grounded in neurological research and also supported by lived experience. Thanks for this excellent talk!
Highlights
Keynote Speaker
Sacramento, CA37th Annual Cal-TASH Conference
Presented on my Neuro-Social Model of Emotional Wellbeing through the lens of disability
Panelist
Tacoma, WAInfant and Early Childhood Development Conference
Topic: Practices that Promote Community Participation
Guest Lecturer
Long Beach, CACal-State Long Beach
Spoke with education graduate students on transitioning after high school.
Presenter
OnlineAutism Explained Conference
Presented on my Neuro-Social Model of Emotional Wellbeing through the lens of the Autistic experience
Speaker
OnlineData Platform Mental Health and Wellness Day 2024
Presented: Bringing Your Inner Child to Work Day
What I Do
Software Engineering
Precision. Human-Centered. Passionate Technologist.
I am a seasoned software engineer with 25 years of professional experience, working with diverse clients from mid-sized businesses to Fortune 500 enterprises. While my primary focus now centers on emotional wellbeing and consulting, I offer technology consulting on a limited, exclusive basis. Renowned for my creative, out-of-the-box thinking, I excel in tackling complex challenges with an eye for detail and edge cases. My specialties in integration, automation, accessibility, and user experience (UX) allow me to deliver exceptional solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
I believe that simple doesn't mean easy any more than complex means hard. My approach distills intricate problems into elegant, straightforward solutions. I am passionate about crafting impeccable code that is intuitive, maintainable, and user-centric, leveraging my extensive skills and experience to ensure the success of your project.
- Residence Seattle, WA, USA
- Open To Remote, Contract, Part-Time
- Affiliations Microsoft MVP Alumni (4x), ASP Insiders
- Technologies C# · integration and automation · dataflow · UX and accessibility · cognitive accessibility · middleware · refactoring · legacy code upgrades · code conversion · code recovery · code assessments · Umbraco
- Work Experience Includes Microsoft · Coca-Cola Enterprises · Merck · NASA JPL · Sungard (now FIS) · SEI Investments · DevExpress · Tai Software
- Bugs Ever Zero (just kidding, that's why we test)
- ESM Server more info
What I Do
Blog
Contact
Seattle, WA, USA
Available in the
United States and
Remote Worldwide
How Can I Help You?
Contact me for a free consultation, to inquire about availability, or to discuss an opportunity. Message response time, if appropriate, is generally 2-3 business days.