EVERY CHILD DESERVES TO
BE UNDERSTOOD & SUPPORTED

​Owner and Licensed Educational Psychologist #4762

Kristi believes children thrive when they feel truly seen and understood, and that belief guides all of her work. With decades of experience supporting children from preschool through early adulthood, she takes a thoughtful, whole-child approach—looking beyond test scores to understand each child’s emotional, developmental, and learning needs. Her goal is to help families gain clarity, experience meaningful “aha” moments, and walk away with practical strategies they can use in everyday life.

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In her counseling, Kristi integrates mind–body approaches that support lasting growth, not just surface-level change. She was drawn to child psychology early in life and brings both deep professional training and personal insight as a parent to her work. Kristi understands how complex and sometimes overwhelming parenting can feel—especially when raising neurodiverse children—and strives to be a steady, compassionate presence families can trust and turn to for guidance.

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• UCLA Bachelor’s in Psychology

• UC Davis Master’s in Child Development

• California State University, Sacramento Master’s in Educational Psychology

Owner and Credentialed Education Specialist and Administrator

Vanessa is known as the “IEP meeting whisperer” for a reason. From setting meaningful educational goals to securing the right services and accommodations, Vanessa understands exactly what to do before, during, and after a school meeting, making the process feel clear and manageable for families.

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With experience as both a classroom educator and a district Program Specialist, Vanessa is a strong yet compassionate advocate for your child. She will help you understand Special Education law and educational rights. If your child needs help, she can create simple in-home academic routines or boost study skills and executive functioning. 

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Before transitioning into education, Vanessa worked as an on-air news reporter  She brings those communication skills into every interaction, serving as a calm, confident presence in meetings. She’s known for her emotional intelligence, organization, patience, and steady, student-centered approach.

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• UCLA Bachelor’s in Communications

• San Francisco State University Education Specialist credential and Masters in Special Education

• San Mateo County Office of Education Administrative Credential