Bio:   Kathryn Pugh has taught secondary English and writing for over 21 years in a variety of educational settings and has helped struggling learners in a private practice setting for 15 years. A lifelong learner, Kathryn has completed training with NILD (The National Institute for Learning Development), Equipping Minds Cognitive Therapy, and Rx for Math. She credits educational therapy with transforming students into confident independent learners with strategies and skills. Kathryn Pugh finds joy in helping students find hope and a future. Kathryn works with students in her Leesburg office and via Skype for students around the world. Kathryn’s credentials include: M. Ed. with specialization in Educational Therapy, Southeastern University; B. A. in English and Education, Virginia Tech NILD, Professionally Certified Educational Therapist; Rx for Math, Structured Literacy – Dyslexia Specialist

Bio:   Beginning my teaching career in 1981, I transitioned to educational therapy in 1995. I grew the program at Lincoln Christian from me being the first therapist with 9 students to eventually having 6 teachers and 40 kids per year. So many connections and so much success achieved by these students. Currently, I have a private practice with experience in person or with teletherapy. I have also evaluated well over 100 students and excel at recommendations and effective therapy. My super power is building relationships.

Bio:   Mercedez passion for helping students began during her six years of teaching across a variety of classrooms and grade levels. Driven by the belief that there must be a better way to support those who face academic challenges, she pursued further training in educational therapy. She earned her Professional Certification in Educational Therapy from NILD and completed her master’s degree at Southeastern University. Mercedez is dedicated to helping students who feel mentally trapped discover their potential as capable and confident learners. She believes there is hope for every student and that every brain can change and grow with the right encouragement. Website: learninginsightfully.wixsite.com/home

Bio:   Helping children discover that they can learn is one of my greatest joys! I earned my bachelor's degree in Speech and Hearing Science from Arizona State University and am a Professionally Certified Educational Therapist (PCET) through NILD, a Certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist (C-SLDI) through the Center for Effective Reading Instruction (CERI), and IMSE-trained in structured literacy instruction. This strong foundation allows me to help students with various learning differences become successful, independent learners.