Who We Are

As a professional Educational Consultant Karen is a professional member of the Independent Educational Consultant Association and, as such, subscribes to their ethical guidelines. She has been elected to the Board of Directors to IECA and served as faculty at their Summer Training Institute, training the new consultants entering the field.

She has earned the designation of “Certified Educational Planner” representing the highest level of professional standards in educational consulting. She is also an associate member of the Small Boarding School Association, and the National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs. She attends a minimum of 3 professional conferences a year to understand current research-based practices. Each year she visits no fewer than 60 schools and programs, evaluating their curriculum, staff and clientele. She has been in practice for over 20 years and presents often at conferences on residential treatment, wilderness therapy and therapeutic educational consulting.

Kelly began working with adolescents over 15 years ago. She has worked with both adolescents and adults in admissions and professional transition for many programs, always striving to improve the lives of her clients and their families. Her unique life experience allows for understanding and compassion for those struggling with addiction and/or mental health issues and their loved ones. Her belief in an individual’s ability to heal drives her to leave no stone unturned for those she serves. Kelly has not only served families behind a desk but has been boots on the ground in homes and programs making sure clients are treated with respect and caring. She has a rare view into treatment that benefits the families working with The School Solution.

At The School Solution Kelly supports families through the intake process and works alongside the family and their consultant throughout the placement process. She is also passionate about collaborating with clinical professionals and spreading the word about the unique role that therapeutic consultants play in ensuring that families have access to the best programs to fit their needs.

In her free time Kelly enjoys traveling, hiking, reading, cooking and spending time with family and friends.