Meet Our Team

Experienced Interdisciplinary Specialists To Guide Your Child

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Jana Parker | CEO & Founder

  • Licensed Educational Psychologist #3272

  • Certified ADHD Professional (ADHD-CCSP)

  • Board Certified School Neuropsychologist (ABSNP)

“My goal through assessment is to answer your questions about how your child learns and provide recommendations and strategies to help them thrive.”

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Bethanie Sheaffer | Licensed Educational Psychologist

  • LEP #3657

  • Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS)

  • Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)

  • Board Certified School Neuropsychologist (ABSNP)

“With over a decade of experience completing comprehensive assessments, I have developed a deep understanding of how to identify and address the unique needs of each student.”

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Rachel Roth | Education Support Specialist & Coach

  • Education Specialist Credential Mild/Moderate

  • Education Support Specialist & Coach

  • Transition Specialist

“I strive to empower my students and their families to reach for the stars while knowing and understanding their strengths and challenges and the impact they will have on their future path.”

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Erin Cunning | Licensed Educational Psychologist

  • LEP #3643

  • Master of Arts Degree (MA)

  • Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS)

  • Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)

“I love my work and am a passionate advocate for students and families. I want every student and family that I work with to feel seen, understood, and supported.”

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Barbara Davidson | Licensed Educational Psychologist

  • LEP #3029

  • Masters of Science Degree (MS)

  • Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)

  • Board Certified School Neuropsychologist (ABSNP)

“I firmly believe every child has a special talent or "superpower" that, with the right support and interventions, can help them overcome academic challenges and thrive.”

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Christina Reilly | Licensed Educational Psychologist

  • LEP #4038

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #145096

  • Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)

“At the heart of my work is a deep-seated passion for connecting with families and empowering them through assessment and psychoeducation.”

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Catie Palumbo | Speech & Language Pathologist

  • SLP #24750

  • Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

“I treat a variety of communication disorders, drawing on over a decade of experience in the field.”

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Michelle Lee | Speech Language Pathologist

  • SLP #38627

  • Master of Science Degree (MS)

“Building trust and rapport with my clients and their families is paramount to my plan of care and is one of the biggest factors for helping carry over skills learned in speech sessions to the everyday.”

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Kaila Minick | Educational Coach & Tutor

  • Bachelor of Arts in Biology & Psychology

“I am passionate about supporting students in developing key skills and knowledge that will empower them to succeed in their academics and in life.”

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Natalie Moore | Literacy Specialist

  • Literacy Specialist

  • BA in Psychology

  • Credentialed K-6 Educator

“At the heart of my work is a deep-seated passion for literacy. I believe in individualized, differentiated and engaging reading instruction, and I strive every day to find what each client is uniquely interested in and motivated by.”

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Jodi Smith | Exective Function/Academic Coach

  • Special Education Teacher

  • Executive Function/Academic Coach

“I'm here to support you on your path to mental health and wellness. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about how we can work together, please don't hesitate to reach out.”

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Maddy Reader | Academic Support Specialist

  • BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Information Systems

“I’m passionate about empowering students by embracing their creativity and building their problem-solving skills. Growing up with an executive functioning coach as a mom, I’ve had first-hand experience with the challenges that parents and children face in the education system.”

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Serena Ince | Academic Support Specialist

  • Academic Support Specialist

  • BS in Psychology & Early Childhood/Elementary Education

  • Certified Life Coach

“In my role, I have the privilege of actively collaborating with teachers, providing personalized attention to students, offering homework assistance, and focusing on foundational skills.”

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Raquel Acosta | Client Relations & Practice Operations Specialist

  • Client Relations & Practice Operations Specialist

“My journey with Mind By Design started as a client, and let me tell you—I absolutely fell in love with the team and the work they do!”

Hi there! I’m a former special education teacher and a proud mom of three amazing kiddos. My journey with Mind By Design started as a client, and let me tell you—I absolutely fell in love with the team and the work they do! It made such a difference in mine and my child’s life that I couldn’t resist the opportunity to join the team. Now, I’m beyond excited to be here, helping other families experience the same incredible support and care.

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Milton

Meet Milton! His role as the Resident Mood Booster is all about enhancing the paw-sitive vibes at our practice. His qualifications include expert-level cuddles, joyful barks, and ensuring everyone leaves with a smile.

We help nurture your child’s growth so every child in our community, especially those with unique needs, can flourish.

Our dedicated team of educational psychologists, speech-language pathologists, and education specialists have experience working in schools, and we bring that compassionate perspective to our private practice. 

Through psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessments, we aim to uncover your child’s strengths and areas for growth, both in their academic journey and in life. With a deeper understanding of your child, you can empower them to be their best.

Think you might be a great fit for the Mind by Design team?

We are always looking for motivated and passionate educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and supporting practitioners to join us in serving our clients and the surrounding community.

Click below if you’re interested in exploring an opportunity with our practice!

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Let us know how we can help. You’re welcome to fill out a form or give us a call or text at 669-282-2510.

If you’d like to schedule a call with one of our team members, please fill out the form. You’ll then receive a link to our calendar.