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Christa Dahlstrom

Creator, Executive Producer, Writer

Christa has spent her career in the field of learning design, creating online, multimedia training programs for corporate and not-for-profit clients. Raising a son on the autism spectrum inspired her to create Flummox and Friends by applying her talents and experience in writing, media production, and leading multi-disciplinary teams. While a student at Northwestern University, she was head writer for a student-produced children’s television project, Invisible Bus, which won a college Emmy award. Christa lives in Oakland, California.

Jordan Sadler, MS, CCC-SLP

Co-Creator, Curriculum Developer

Jordan is the director of Communication Therapy in Chicago. She enjoys helping each child develop to his or her full potential by working within natural, dynamic environments, and has been recognized for her work in private practice, public, and private schools. In her clinical practice, Jordan draws from the SCERTS Model, DIR/Floortime and the Hanen program to address the needs of kids with social communication and emotional regulation challenges. Jordan is currently working on a variety of projects designed to improve the lives of kids with autism through the use of technology and media.

Liesl Wenzke Hartmann, MA, CCC-SLP

Co-Creator, Curriculum Developer

Liesl is the director of Communication Therapy in San Francisco, and Jordan’s “West Coast partner”. She has been helping children to become better communicators and friends since 2001. Liesl has worked in schools and homes throughout the Bay Area and specializes in the DIR/Floortime approach. Her play-based approach to developing language, communication and play skills has helped many children become more connected with their peers and family members. She has lead trainings for families, teachers and other professionals on social communication and engagement. She believes that a sense of humor plus an appreciation for and acceptance of each child’s unique qualities, leads to the best outcomes of all.

The Cast

Meet the cast of Flummox and Friends

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Chris Ereneta 

App Design, Video Editing

That award-winning children's television project Christa co-wrote in college? Chris directed it. On the indie feature film Chris later made, Christa was an assistant producer. Christa and Chris have collaborated on dozens of creative projects across more than two decades, including parenting a son on the autism spectrum. Chris’ career has kept him busy in production and design on the marketing and brand teams at Apple and Square, and recently he started his own movie recommendation website for families.

Friends of Flummox

Thanks to all who donated to our Kickstarter fundraising campaign. We couldn't do this without your generous help and enthusiastic support!