Our Staff
President/Founder
“From a very young age I knew I wanted to work with children. I began my journey at UC Santa Barbara where I received my B.A. in Psychology in 1989.
I began providing ABA programs, training, and consultation for children on the spectrum over 15 years ago, while working on my M.S. in Counseling from CSU Hayward.
I co-founded and was director of Hands Untied, Inc. a nonprofit organization, for 5 ½ years. I completed my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the Center for Psychological Studies in Albany in 2001. I am certified in Intensive Behavior Intervention in Idaho, where I currently reside.
I am very passionate about this field and I continue to work hands on with clients. I love the challenges of the job and the growth I help facilitate in my kids!”
Executive Director
“I first discovered my passion in working with children with autism 10 years ago while pursuing a B.A. in Psychology at UC San Diego. I was trained in Pivotal Response Treatment under the guidance of Dr. Laura Schreibman.
After graduation, I worked as a behavior therapist and shadow aide. Simultaneously, I worked as a research assistant and diagnostician on the Autism Genetics Project at Stanford University.
I then went on to get my Master's degree in School Psychology from Teacher's College Columbia University. My greatest pleasure is watching my clients learn how to talk, play, and socialize!”
Program Director
“I attended Washington State University where I received my Bachelor’s of Science degree in Psychology. After returning to the Bay Area, I discovered an interest in working with children with special needs while working as an in-home therapist for a local school district for several years. I then returned to school and received my Education Specialist Credential in Moderate/Severe Disabilities and I am currently finishing my Master’s Degree in Special Education from Saint Mary’s College of California.”
Jackie Tran, B.A.
Program Manager
“I graduated with a B.A. in Social Work from Sacramento State University in June 2008.
While in college, I stumbled upon a job tutoring children with Autism which helped me discover my passion for this field.
Upon graduating and relocating back to the Bay Area, I realized that I wanted to continue pursuing this field. Seeing the accomplishments and improvements the children make on a daily basis is what makes My job so amazing and worthwhile.”
Therapist
“I am from Northern California and I have worked with children for many years. My experience ranges from babysitting as a teenager to being a nanny, as well as teaching.
I graduated from Holy Names University in Oakland, California with a Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology in 2006. I currently enjoy the challenges and rewards experienced working with Inside Out.”
Therapist
“I have worked with children in day care settings for seven years, in addition to having worked with high school ESL and poetry classes.
I am currently working towards my Bachelor of Arts degree. I love spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, and going on adventures! I love this field! Children have the ability to bring out the kid in us and show us life is so much more.”
Therapist
“While attending UCSD I worked at many daycare centers and discovered my passion for working with children. After graduating with a degree in Psychology, I decided I wanted to pursue working with autistic children. It has been extremely rewarding and I love seeing the positive changes we make in each child's life!”
