We believe our clients come to us with their own ‘story’, filled with life events that have influenced their unique self-perceptions and barriers limiting their ability to reach greater self-fulfillment. We aim to help our clients overcome these barriers through various cognitive strategies, coaching, skill building, increased well-being and mentoring. Most importantly, our strategy focuses largely on helping our clients realize their unique purpose.

Leticia Manzanares

I believe there are a few components that are vital in establishing rapport with a young person. The learner must experience unconditional positive regard, and receive authentic compassion from the mentor in order to achieve their short-term and long-term goals. 

Experience: BA from UC Davis, Applied Behavior Analysis, Meristem, Certified Job Coach, OAR Certification Unstuck and On Target, PEERS Certified for Young Adults and Adolescents, PEERS Telehealth Certified, QPR Gatekeeper Certified

Jenni Russell

Embracing the uniqueness of each individual I encounter, I believe is my greatest strength in the work I do. In doing so, I am able to appreciate them for their journey, and mentor them in reaching their goals and growth.

Experience: Attended Beloit College, Meristem, Personal Experience with a Sibling, Certified Job Coach, Certificate in Organizational Planning, Certified in Functional Nutrition. Real-world experience in working with autism and learning challenges, QPR Gatekeeper Certified

Tyrone Huddleston

I see myself fitting into my learner’s life through my ability to adapt to their needs. My goal is to join where they are, to where they want to be through personal-centered interactions.

Experience: Creative Living Options, Meristem, United Cerabral Palsy (UCP), Certified Job Coach, PEERS Certified for Young Adults, QPR Gatekeeper Certified

Patricia Robertson

In striving to approach each learner with an open heart and without judgement, I believe, allows for the connection that is necessary in order establish trust, so that the work can begin. Helping each client to gain access to their untapped capacity and potential is key in our work.

Experience: MEd.Education, MSc.Practical Skills Therapeutic Education, Certified Life Coach, Meristem, OAR Certification Unstuck and On Target. Trained Independent Facilitator (IF), PEERS Certified for Young Adults and Adolescents, PEERS Telehealth Certified, QPR Gatekeeper Certified