About Clarity Assessments
Founded on the belief that every child — and every family — deserves access to expert, compassionate neurodevelopmental care.
A Dr. and Mom Who Understands
Your Worries
I know how overwhelming it can feel when you're worried about your child. Maybe you've noticed they're struggling in ways that don't quite make sense, or you're searching for answers that feel just out of reach. As a mom and a pediatric psychologist, I understand that behind every question about your child is a parent who loves them deeply and wants to see them flourish.
My passion is helping families like yours discover how your child's unique brain works — because when we understand the "why" behind their behaviors and challenges, we can unlock their incredible potential together.
"You'll never feel rushed. You'll always feel heard. And you'll walk away with clear answers and practical strategies that actually work."
My Training & Background
My training includes several specialized credentials that support comprehensive neurodevelopmental evaluation. The combination of school psychology and behavioral analysis backgrounds provides perspective on both academic and behavioral aspects of development.
Experience
- 10+ years dedicated to understanding children's development
- Major medical centers and specialized autism clinics
- Private practice and child development centers
- Clinical director and program founder
- University instructor training next generation of clinicians
- Published research in behavioral interventions, assessment, and pediatric psychology
Education & Fellowships
Professional Organizations
Areas of Specialization
My practice is dedicated to neurodevelopmental evaluation, which allows for focused experience with children presenting with learning, behavioral, and developmental concerns. This can be particularly helpful when children present with concerns that span multiple areas, or when the picture isn't immediately clear.
Bringing Specialized Care to Southern Minnesota
For years, families in Southern Minnesota had to drive 90+ minutes to the Twin Cities or other metropolitan areas for comprehensive neurodevelopmental evaluations. They faced $3,500–$5,000 costs and 6–12 month wait times.
I created Clarity Assessments to bring this specialized expertise to our community — providing the same gold-standard assessment tools and comprehensive service at a more accessible price point, with much shorter wait times, right here in Mankato.
What Guides Our Work
I believe every child has unique strengths and challenges that deserve to be fully understood. My evaluations go beyond checking boxes — I take time to understand your child as a whole person, in the context of your family and their daily life.
Compassion First
Every family who walks through our door is treated with warmth, respect, and genuine care. We understand the courage it takes to seek answers.
Thoroughness
We never rush. Every evaluation is comprehensive, evidence-based, and tailored to the individual. We take the time to get it right.
Clarity
Our reports are written in plain language that families can actually understand and use. No jargon, no confusion — just clear, actionable insights.
Partnership
We don't just hand you a report and send you on your way. We walk alongside you, helping communicate with schools and connecting you with resources.
When not at work, I love spending time with my family, friends, and getting out in nature in our beautiful river valley here in Mankato!
You don't have to figure this out alone.
Let's discover your child's path to success, together.