Ruby Moye Salazar LCSW BCD

A developmental therapist at heart, Ruby Moye Salazar has spent 55 years shaping how the field understands early childhood, autism, and family care — and continues to lead where it's headed next.

Organizations turn to her for consultation and training. Families turn to her for answers.

• Founder & Director, Pennsylvania Lifespan Services — built on her belief that support should evolve across every stage of life.

• Visionary in the field — Ruby has worked closely with the Profectum Foundation since its origins. In 2026, she planned and directed a family clinical conference for Profectum Institute; currently developing a new conference on education and DIR

• Clinical expert — Works directly with families of children with special needs, especially autism. For more info, reach out through the contact page.

• DIR Model Consultant and staff trainer — Works with private practices, government organizations, and schools around the country and abroad.

• Trusted media voice — Featured on All Access with Andy Garcia. Other recent media credits include PBS.

• Educator — Adjunct Faculty at Pennsylvania Commonwealth Medical School and Profectum Academy (founding member); has taught at Columbia, Sarah Lawrence, Marywood, Keystone College, and Bank Street College of Education.

• Policy leader — Advised three PA governors; chaired candidate Obama's first Autism Workgroup, which led to federal ASD legislation.

Ruby holds degrees from NYU and Smith College, with advanced training from the Karen Horney Psychoanalytic Institute. At home, she's a devoted wife of 51 years, mother of four, and grandmother of six.