Bio:   My services are eligible for Step Up Scholarship reimbursement. I have a Masters degree in Education and an undergraduate degree in Psychology. I am the owner of Learning Through Discovery, LLC and I have been teaching and/or working as an educational therapist since 2000. I started in the classroom teaching high school math (my first passion) and then spent some time tutoring when my children were little. It was then I found my new passion: students who were smart, but still struggled academically. That brought me to NILD. Since then I have worked with students in a school setting and privately that struggle with reading, writing and/or math, along with other neurodiverse co-morbidities such a ADD, Autism, and Kawasaki Syndrome. I also homeschool my daughter who is going into 11th grade, so I love working with homeschool students.

Bio:   Marie Havens is the owner of 3C Learning, LLC, a private educational therapy practice in Dexter, MI. Marie entered the field of educational therapy in 2013 after first working as a physical therapist and later raising three children who spent part of their childhood in Japan. After homeschooling her children, two of whom had literacy challenges, Marie completed multiple educational programs related to educational therapy, including the MEd in Exceptional Student Education/NILD Educational Therapy at Southeastern University. Marie is fully certified in NILD Educational Therapy, is a CERI-certified Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Specialist, and is an Associate Member of the Association of Educational Therapists. While Marie works with students in Grades 1-12, she especially enjoys helping students in Grades 3 and above who have lost confidence in their ability to learn and in their curiosity about the world around them. The 3C's in 3C Learning, LLC, stand for Curious, Confident, and Competent. These are characteristics she hopes all her students will possess by the time they finish their work with her.

Bio:   Marita Smith is the founder and owner of the Center for Enhanced Learning, LLC. Since 2010, she has passionately led her private practice, skillfully navigating the complexities of her field with a blend of wisdom and insight that has been cultivated over the years. Mrs. Smith has twenty-seven years of experience in the field of education, with specializations in learning development, psychoeducational assessments, educational therapy, consulting, and training. She is a Licensed Professionally Certified Educational Therapist through the National Institute for Learning Development (NILD). She is a member of the NILD National Instructors’ team, a conference workshop facilitator, and serves as an educational therapist mentor. She has participated in two NILD pilot studies. An article written by Mrs. Smith was published in Discoveries, a biannual journal of NILD. Additionally, she is a Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Specialist certified by the International Dyslexia Association. Mrs. Smith is very passionate about helping children who learn differently reach their God-given potential. This passion was born out of her personal experience with dyslexia and a journey to ensure that her two sons with learning differences had the navigational tools to enjoy successful careers in their chosen fields. This passion, combined with educational experiences, has given Mrs. Smith the ability to help parents identify the root of their child’s unique learning profile and needs. Her second passion is ministry. She and her husband founded The House of Bread Ministries in 2014 as a community outreach. She enjoys bike riding with her husband, preparing unique recipes, attending her husband's motocross races, conquering jigsaw puzzles, playing board games, and spending quality time with friends and family, especially her grandchildren.

Bio:   As a seasoned educator and NILD Educational Therapist, I am passionate about helping students overcome learning challenges and discover their unique potential. Through individualized NILD Educational Therapy®, I work one-on-one with students to strengthen the cognitive processes that support learning, while developing academic skills and greater confidence. My goal is not simply to help students succeed in school, but to help them understand how they learn, become more independent thinkers, and develop skills that extend far beyond the classroom. I partner with students and their families throughout the learning process, providing intentional support, encouragement, and strategies that foster lasting growth. I am honored to walk alongside students as they grow in confidence, competence, and a belief in their ability to learn. Together, we can build a foundation for meaningful academic progress and lifelong learning. Brain Connect Educational Therapy www.brainconnecttherapy.com

Bio:   Level 2 Ed. Therapist