Mandy works as a learning specialist with the Schwab Learning Center at CHC. Mandy cares passionately about getting to know every individual person. Helping each person become self-reflective, and therefore self-aware, enhances their ability to learn, as well as serves their future lives. She creates strategies for each individual based on their particular strengths and interests. Previously, Mandy worked in the public school system for over eleven years. Her time there taught her to value collaboration, the impact of families on learners, and the beauty in cognitive diversity.

In her free time, Mandy values being with her loved ones, including her very energetic half-Husky dog. She also enjoys reading, learning languages, and traveling the world.

Education

• Multiple Subject Teaching CLAD Credential, San Francisco State University
• BA, International Relations & East Asian Languages and Cultures, Minor in Sociology, University of Southern California

Experience

• Specializes in optimizing clients’ executive functioning and academic skills
• Experienced in working one on one with individuals from high school students to PhD candidates to working professionals
• Prior experience teaching in public school classrooms for over 11 years

Awards

• USC Renaissance Scholar
• USC Presidential Scholar

Licenses and Certification

• California Multiple Subject Teaching CLAD Credential

Areas of Specialty

• Teaches clients to implement Brain Frames (visual tools to organize language)
• Develops executive functioning skills: planning, prioritizing, organization, time management, task initiation, self-monitoring
• Enhances academic skills: reading, writing, math, note-taking, study strategies, testing tips, planning for large projects

Modalities Practiced

• Leverages clients’ strengths
• Tailored for each individual
• Goal-oriented planning

Client Focus

• Teens and adults with diagnosed or suspected ADHD and learning disabilities