Ian Schiffman

Ian Schiffman, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned a Master's Degree in Social Work from The University of Utah. He is a therapeutic tabletop group leader and developed two therapeutic groups that integrate tabletop role-playing games with evidence-based therapeutic techniques.

He works with neurodiverse populations, especially those on the Autism spectrum, focusing on children and adolescents. Ian uses tabletop role-playing games to promote social skills, frustration tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and cognitive flexibility.

His approach creates a safe, engaging environment where clients practice social dynamics, problem-solving, and emotional resilience through collaborative storytelling and imaginative play. He also enjoys gaming and comics.