At a time when voices are often drowned out by statistics, Emily Hargrove stands out not just for sharing her own story, but for championing the rights and dignity of individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
Diagnosed at just one-year-old, Emily was initially met with a grim prognosis. Yet, drawing strength from her faith and determination, she chose a different path: one of empowerment, advocacy, and purposeful living.
For over 15 years, Emily Hargrove has educated communities, parents, and professionals about FASD partnering with coalitions, leading training sessions, and co-founding organizations focused on inclusion and awareness. She is a published researcher, a Ph.D. candidate in Psychology, and an accredited philosophical counselor.
Her recent release, FASD Is My Superpower: Helping Kids Understand the Strengths of Their Diagnosis, is a powerful parent-and-child-friendly workbook that reframes FASD as a source of resilience and self-worth. Combining research, personal experience, and interactive journaling, it helps children see their diagnosis not as a barrier, but as a strength.
Emily Hargrove’s influence spans writing, research, public speaking, and counseling. She has contributed to expert panels, collaborated with national disability and advocacy organizations, and is helping develop digital tools to support adults with FASD in managing their health and independence.
Her unique approach to philosophical counseling goes beyond clinical intervention it’s about honoring the whole person, asking the right questions, and guiding individuals toward deeper clarity and confidence.
Outside of her professional work, Emily Hargrove is a classically trained pianist, equestrian, massage therapist, and soon-to-be mother. Her life reflects a powerful belief: that struggle can be a gateway to strength, and that no diagnosis defines your potential.
Through every chapter of her journey, Emily Hargrove continues to empower others to break cycles, embrace their stories, and live with purpose. She is a living reminder that when courage meets calling, transformation is inevitable.