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Biography
Biography
I have more than 15 years of hands-on experience as a behavioral health technician, classroom aide, counselor, psychotherapist, and tutor working with children, teens, and young adults. Most of my work is with neurodivergent K–12 students—including those with ADHD, autism (Level 1), and learning disabilities, in San Diego, CA and online. I also help young adults with resumes, job applications, interviewing, time management, life skills, financial literacy, and using technology to stay organized.
I’ve supported students in public and private schools, homeschool and virtual programs, community settings, and more intensive clinical environments. That range is why I don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach. Sessions are tailored to each student’s needs and interests. I use games, hands-on strategies, and modern tools so that sessions feel useful instead of like another lecture.
A large part of what I do is building executive functioning: organization, time management, emotional regulation, and self-advocacy. I also design activities that strengthen communication and social skills. My goal is to help students build the skills they need to reach their full potential—and to leave families with practical strategies they can use at home and at school.
Education
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Millersville University
Minor: Criminology
Additional coursework in Elementary Education
Master of Arts in Psychology
Alliant International University
Concentrations: Child/Family Psychology, Forensic Psychology
Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology
Alliant International University
Concentrations: Child/Family Psychology, Forensic Psychology
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Past Employment and Internships
Past Employment and Internships
Club Xcite, Coaching and Tutoring: Program Manager, Academic/Behavioral Coach
Club Xcite, Mindful Adventures Summer Camp: Program Manager, Case Manager
The Winston School: Counselor
Healthier Life Therapy: Psychotherapist
Juvenile Forensic Services, Juvenile Ranch Facility: Psychotherapist
San Diego Family Justice Center: Trauma-Informed Child Psychotherapist
Alpine Special Treatment Center: Psychotherapist
Vista Hill Foundation: Parent Coach, Visitation Monitor
Ponessa Behavioral Services, Wraparound Services: Behavioral Health Technician (Home & School)
WellSpan Philhaven, Child/Adolescent Inpatient Unit: Behavioral Health Technician
WellSpan Philhaven, Therapeutic Summer Activities Program: Therapeutic Activities Counselor
Cornwall Elementary School, Extended-Day Kindergarten: Classroom Aide
Services and Specialty Areas
Neurodivergent Learners
Neurodivergent Learners
ADHD
Autism Spectrum (Level 1)
Learning Disabilities
Twice-exceptional (2e) students
Anxiety-related school avoidance
Restoring academic confidence
Executive Functioning
Executive Functioning
Planning and prioritizing
Organization
Time management and routines
Task initiation and follow-through
Working memory supports
Attention and focus strategies
Self-monitoring
Cognitive flexibility
Homework Support
Homework Support
Study skills
Digital calendars and task reminders
Breaking assignments into smaller steps
Following teacher directions
Planning multi-day assignments, projects, and presentations
Missing-work recovery
Binder, backpack, and portal organization
Using Google Classroom, Canvas, and other school portals
Social and Life Skills
Social and Life Skills
Peer communication
Classroom participation
Flexible thinking
Self-advocacy
Emotional regulation
Social problem-solving
Financial literacy
Resume writing
Job and college applications
Interview skills and practice
Personal statements and application essays
Professional communication skills
English Language Arts
English Language Arts
Phonemic awareness
Phonics and decoding
Sight words and word recognition
Fluency
Reading comprehension
Vocabulary
Spelling
Grammar and sentence structure
Paragraph and essay writing
Research writing
Literature and informational text
Mathematics
Mathematics
Elementary math
Middle school math
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
Statistics
Science
Science
Elementary science
Life science
Earth science
Physical science
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Forensics
Social Studies
Social Studies
Elementary social studies
World History
U.S. History
Geography
Civics and Government
Political Science
Economics
Psychology
Sociology
Criminology
Criminal Justice
Service Locations
Service Locations
Online services can be provided to any student in the United States.
In-person services are provided in-home or at a public library in the following areas in San Diego, California:
Coastal: La Jolla · University City · Pacific Beach · Mission Beach · Ocean Beach · Point Loma
North Inland: Sorrento Valley · Mira Mesa · Scripps Ranch
Central Inland: Mission Valley · Mission Hills · Hillcrest · University Heights · North Park
Central Mesa: Clairemont · Linda Vista · Kearny Mesa · Serra Mesa · Tierrasanta
Rates
Rates
Online: $50 per hour
In-person (Mon-Fri): $60 per hour
Sessions on weekends or outside of listed service locations are available for an additional fee.
Contact
Contact
Email me to schedule your complimentary consultation!
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