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Providers

Melissa Calcara Mendez

Melissa Calcara Mendez

Founder & Teacher

Melissa is a dedicated educator with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. She has 5 years of teaching experience spanning from kindergarten to 4th grade. Melissa specializes in the exciting realms of math and science up to the 12th grade. Notably, Melissa was a distinguished Teacher of the Year Finalist for the 2020-2021 academic year.

Trevor Reynolds

Trevor Reynolds

Cognitive & Emotional Facilitator

Trevor is deeply passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people, whether through counseling, mentoring, or tutoring. His goal is to empower them to overcome both personal and academic challenges, reminding them that growth is a personal journey—there’s no "right" timeline for change, and he is there to support them at their own pace.

Emma Peck

Emma Peck

Learning & Wellness Facilitator

Emma works with individuals facing emotional or psychological challenges such as stress, anxiety, relationship issues, or self-esteem struggles. She provides a safe, non-judgmental space to help clients explore their emotions, understand the root causes of their challenges, and develop coping strategies.

Michael Mendez, MA LPC

Michael Mendez, MA LPC

Counselor

Michael's populations are kids aged 4 to 17, adults, and couples. He sees clients on weekends, and his caseload typically consists of 70% youth and 30% adults. The client gender breakdown is also 70/30, with men and boys as the majority. His approaches are based on the tenets of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy, and Synergetic Play Therapy.

Lacey Perry

Lacey Perry

Learning & Wellness Facilitator

Lacey works with students who are eager to improve their reading skills and develop a love for learning. Specializing in phonics, she helps students increase reading comprehension and pace. With over five years of experience teaching K-4th grade, Lacey is skilled in various subjects and curricula, with over 200 hours of professional development.

Amaya Wybrant

Amaya Wybrant

Learning & Wellness Facilitator

Amaya is passionate about helping students with emotional regulation, as it fosters strong connections and significant growth. She especially enjoys working with highly intelligent students who face challenges like focus, preventing them from showcasing their abilities. Watching them thrive and exceed expectations is incredibly rewarding for her.

Kimi Cain, M.Ed.

Kimi Cain, M.Ed.

Cognitive & Emotional Facilitator, Teacher

Kimi has a diverse background in education that spans over 30 years. Her experience ranges from elementary teaching (2nd through 4th grade) to school counseling at all levels (elementary to high school). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Services, an Elementary Education certification, a Master's degree in Education, and a Master's degree in School Counseling.

Maria Quartullo

Maria Quartullo

Learning & Wellness Facilitator

With a passion for helping children overcome academic, social, and emotional challenges, Maria is dedicated to providing a supportive and non-judgmental space where clients can build confidence and self-esteem. Maria believes in truly listening to each child, rephrasing their thoughts to ensure they feel heard and understood, and acknowledging their emotions with care and empathy.

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