Emilio Amigo

Emilio Amigo is a clinical psychologist and director of Amigo Family Counseling in Columbus, Ohio. A pioneering figure with over three decades of experience, Amigo has crafted innovative therapy programs at his practice that include Respons·ability Social Therapy™ (RST). Amigo, his clinical staff, and his autism spectrum disorder (ASD) clients were the subjects of a documentary film and recent Broadway musical, “How to Dance in Ohio,” focusing on teenagers with ASD as they prepare for a spring formal dance. Amigo's commitment to shedding light on neurodiversity, fostering empathy, and promoting positive change makes him a true luminary in his field.