TRAINING & CONSULTING
Practical, brain-based professional development for schools, clinical teams, and organizations that changes how people understand and support neurodivergent minds
Who I Work With
Schools and school districts
Private and independent schools
Therapeutic programs and residential settings
Clinical teams working with neurodivergent youth
Education conferences and parent organizations
Corporations and leadership teams
HR and DEI professionals
How It Works
STEP 1
Discovery Call
We discuss your team's challenges, goals, and audience so I can tailor the training to your specific context.
STEP 2
Custom Design
I design a session, workshop, or series that addresses your needs — from a 60-minute keynote to a multi-day professional development experience.
STEP 3
Delivery
I deliver training that's engaging, practical, and grounded in current research. Your team leaves with strategies they can use immediately.
STEP 4
Follow-Up (Optional)
For schools and programs seeking deeper implementation, I offer observation, feedback, and coaching to support lasting change.
Training Topics
Sample topics available for workshops, conference sessions, and professional development:
Understanding PDA: Beyond Traditional Behavior Strategies
School Avoidance: What's Really Happening and What Actually Helps
Supporting Students with School-Based Mental Health Needs
Neurodivergent Learners: What Every Teacher Needs to Know
Trauma, Anxiety, and the Neurodivergent Brain in the Classroom
Building IEPs and 504 Plans That Actually Work
When Behavior Plans Backfire: A Nervous-System Approach
The Perspective Pivot: How to Stop Spiraling and Perform Under Pressure
Neurodiversity in the Workplace: What Every Leader Needs to Know
Burnout Prevention for High-Performing Teams
Custom topics available based on your team's needs.
School & Program Consulting
Beyond training, I partner with schools, districts, and therapeutic programs to:
Assess current systems and identify gaps in neurodivergent student support
Design inclusive, brain-based programming and intervention structures
Advise leadership on policy, curriculum, and culture shifts
Support implementation with ongoing consultation
Corporate & Organizational Training
Beyond education, Dr. Kristen works with companies and leadership teams to build brain-based cultures that reduce burnout, improve decision-making, and harness neurodivergent strengths.
Corporate services include:
Keynotes and workshops on overthinking, burnout, and neurodiversity
Leadership training on cognitive performance under pressure
Neurodiversity and inclusion strategy for HR and DEI teams
Custom workshops for teams navigating change, stress, or high-stakes environments
Dr. Kristen has spoken at organizations including the CIA, FAA, Fortune 500 companies, and universities nationwide.
Curriculum & PD Design
Creating actionable, neurodiversity-affirming materials for educators and staff—customized to your setting and learner population.
Educational Program Consulting
Helping schools and therapeutic programs implement inclusive, brain-based approaches to learning, mental health, and student success. Includes my work with programs like The Highland School and Spruce Mountain Inn.
Keynotes & Speaking
From inspiring keynotes to intimate trainings, I speak on neurodiversity, burnout recovery, change leadership, and more.
Corporate Training on Neurodiversity
Training leadership and teams on how to create truly inclusive, innovative environments that harness neurodiverse strengths.
Advocacy & Policy Work
Dr. Kristen’s impact extends beyond schools—she has contributed to state-level special education reform, shaped best practices through her leadership at Weinfeld Education Group, and authored content for national policy papers, including contributions to the Manhattan Institute. Her work bridges real-world practice with big-picture change.
What others are saying
"Exactly what our team needed."
“Kristen’s presentation was fabulous—our staff are still talking about how helpful it was. The training outline she provided was exactly what we needed: clear, detailed, and immediately actionable. We can’t wait to see it all come to life.”
- Karen O., Clinical Director
Spruce Mountain Inn
“A force for inclusion and change.”
“Kristen’s work in celebrating neurodiversity is nothing short of humanitarian. I hold her in the same esteem as a front-line worker, given the stakes for our youth and the broader impact on society. Her dedication, tireless effort, and infectious enthusiasm continue to inspire me—and push me to work harder to build a more inclusive school and world.”
- Nate Z., Director of Inclusivity & Social Science Department Chair, Highland School
"We couldn’t have done it without her."
"Exactly what our team needed."
“A force for inclusion and change.”
"We couldn’t have done it without her."
“Kristen’s presentation was fabulous—our staff are still talking about how helpful it was. The training outline she provided was exactly what we needed: clear, detailed, and immediately actionable. We can’t wait to see it all come to life.”
- Karen O., Clinical Director
Spruce Mountain Inn
“Kristen’s work in celebrating neurodiversity is nothing short of humanitarian. I hold her in the same esteem as a front-line worker, given the stakes for our youth and the broader impact on society. Her dedication, tireless effort, and infectious enthusiasm continue to inspire me—and push me to work harder to build a more inclusive school and world.”
- Nate Z., Director of Inclusivity & Social Science Department Chair, Highland School
“Kristen’s expertise and guidance were absolutely invaluable. We were completely overwhelmed trying to navigate the complex world of special education, and she not only helped us understand every step—she made sure no detail was overlooked. Her support, advocacy, and genuine care for our child went above and beyond. We are so grateful.”
- Parent, WEG Client
“Kristen’s expertise and guidance were absolutely invaluable. We were completely overwhelmed trying to navigate the complex world of special education, and she not only helped us understand every step—she made sure no detail was overlooked. Her support, advocacy, and genuine care for our child went above and beyond. We are so grateful.”
- Parent, WEG Client
Proven at Scale: Designing for the Overlooked
Before consulting independently, Dr. Kristen designed, implemented, and directed one of the nation's first public school programs specifically created for students impacted by mental health challenges within one of the country's largest school districts. What began as a response to a systemic gap became a model that has operated successfully for over a decade, saving millions annually in private placement funding while dramatically improving outcomes for students with complex needs.
This wasn't a pilot. It was proof that brain-based, student-centered design works at scale.
The program remains a cornerstone example of what happens when neuroscience-informed leadership meets real-world implementation.
Dr. Kristen’s Approach
“To inspire people, I don’t show them my superpowers—I show them theirs.”
My work is grounded in research—but never divorced from reality. I’ve been in the classroom, the boardroom, and the trenches. I believe
compassion is strategy, and when we understand how the brain works, we lead better, teach better, and live better.
Whether I’m supporting a school team, training clinical staff, or guiding a district through change, I bring a
brain-based lens, a trauma-informed heart, and real-world practicality to every room I walk into.
Because inclusion isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a responsibility. And leadership, done right, is an act of love.
Let's Build Something That Works
Whether you need a one-time training or an ongoing consulting partnership, I'd love to hear what you're working on.
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