We don't just understand the challenges our clients face — many of us have lived them. That's not a coincidence. It's the foundation everything we do is built on.
A family-rooted team united by shared values, lived experience, and genuine care for the people we serve.
James spent 25+ years in IT, Information Security, and Cybersecurity — building systems designed to identify threats, find vulnerabilities, and protect what matters most. What he didn't realize was that his brain was doing the same thing all along: scanning patterns, processing deeply, thinking in systems. Not a bug. A feature.
Diagnosed with ADHD in childhood, and later with high-functioning autism, major depressive disorder, anxiety, and Marfan Syndrome, James knows firsthand what it feels like to navigate a world not designed for the way you think — and to finally understand why.
"I spent decades securing digital systems. Now I help people secure something far more important — their own independence, dignity, and future. The skills transferred completely. The purpose changed everything."
James doesn't advocate from a textbook — he advocates from experience. The same pattern recognition that made him exceptional in cybersecurity now helps him spot gaps in care systems, anticipate bureaucratic obstacles, and find creative pathways through complex situations. His neurodivergent traits aren't limitations. They're the engine behind everything Goliath does.
Sarah's background spans two seemingly different worlds: professional photography and fierce disability advocacy. Both taught her the same thing — look past the obvious, frame complex truths in ways that inspire action, and see the whole person, not just the label.
As an autistic woman with ADHD, Sarah navigates the same systems she helps dismantle every day. And as a mother of two extraordinary sons — one navigating Marfan Syndrome alongside autism and ADHD, the other living with autism and schizophrenia — she has fought every battle our families face from the inside out.
"I've sat in those IEP meetings. I've made those phone calls at 11pm when a system fails my child. I don't advocate from theory — I advocate from the trenches. And I know exactly what families actually need when institutions let them down."
Every strong organization has steady people behind it. Ours happen to be family — and that's exactly why it works. They bring decades of experience, independent oversight, and a personal investment in getting this right.
Providing strategic guidance and independent oversight to support the organization's growth and long-term mission. Roger brings a steady, experienced perspective to major organizational decisions and ensures Goliath stays true to its founding purpose.
Ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainable resource management so Goliath Advocacy can continue serving those who need us most. Thelma oversees financial operations, budgeting, and ensures every dollar is managed with integrity and transparency.
Bringing specialized expertise to strengthen our programs and enhance the quality of support we provide. Cynthia contributes to quality improvement, staff development, and ensures our services remain responsive to the evolving needs of the community.
It's not just what we do — it's how we show up. These are the principles that guide every interaction, every decision, and every moment we spend with the people we serve.
We don't just study neurodiversity — many of us live it. That's not a limitation. It's our greatest credential.
You deserve support without having to justify your struggles, prove your diagnosis, or earn our help.
We start with what you bring to the table — not what systems have told you is "wrong" about you.
Like the elephants in our logo — we move as a community and we don't abandon anyone along the way.
We're a small team — and we like it that way. It means the people you meet in your consultation are the same people who will show up for you. No handoffs. No strangers. Just people who genuinely care.
Schedule a free, no-pressure consultation and let's talk about how we can help.