Qualifications & Experience

With more than 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families, I combine expertise in education, behavior, and mental health to provide practical, compassionate support that empowers lasting change.

  • Autism & ADHD Support

  • Emotional & Behavioral Support

  • Parent Coaching

  • School Consultation

  • Social Skills Development

  • Executive Functioning

  • Kindergarten Readiness

  • Crisis Prevention & De-escalation

  • Classroom observation

  • Home -Based Support

  • Community-Based Observations

Areas of Expertise

Education

  • B.A in Journalism

  • M.Ed in Special Education

  • Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Professional Experience

  • Special Education Teacher

  • Case Manager

  • Preschool Teacher

  • Parent Coach

  • Educational Consultant

  • Behavior Specialist

  • Pediatric Mental Health Coach

Community Leadership

  • Founder, Healing In Every Space

  • Norfolk Community Services Board applicant

  • Certified Foster Parent

  • Community Workshops Presenter

Recognition

  • Sunflower Award Recipient

  • Friend of Nursing nominee

  • Trusted by Families, Schools, & Healthcare Professionals

Certifications

  • Mental Health First Aid (Youth)

  • QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper

  • American Red Cross CPR/AED &First Aid

  • Trauma-Informed Care

  • Mandated Reporter Training

My goal isn’t to simply manage behaviors—it’s to help children, families, schools, and communities build lasting relationships, practical skills, and confidence that extend beyond a single session.