PhD in Child Development, Erikson Institute/Loyola University Chicago
MEd in Early Childhood Education, Erikson Institute
BS in Occupational Therapy, University of Illinois Medical Center
Area of Expertise
Sensory processing and regulation
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
Early childhood development
Professional Highlights
President of Kid Links Unlimited, Inc
An original member of “The Brain Project” and Fussy Baby Network
Erikson Institute China Initiative – Develop and deliver presentation on early childhood development birth to six years to early childhood educators In China’s Red Yellow Blue preschool program (2018)
2020 – Infant Toddler Conference (Oakton College). Undercover Superhero: Movement is our Super Power
2019 – Understanding Sensory Processing. Apples Magazine StarNet Regions I & III
2019 – Sharing a Vision (Preconference Session & Two Breakout Session) Why does he do that? LOOKING AT CHILDREN WITH NEW EYES: The Influence of Sensory Processing on Behavior, Development and Learning and Beyond Do No Harm: LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Early Childhood Programs
2009-Present – Consultant for El Valor Child Development Centers, Parent Infant Educators (Early Head Start)
1999-Present – Occupational Therapist/Profession Speaker/Consultant at Kid Links Unlimited, Inc
1998-2004 – Family Enrichment Program, Occupational Therapist & Staff Development Coordinator. Illinois State Board of Education Prevention Initiative Program for Children Birth to Three and Their Family