A current districtwide special education administrator, Theresa saw how she and her colleagues excelled at supporting and caring for at-risk students. However, they struggled to prioritize their own care. That interest spurred her to pursue her PhD in educational leadership from Lesley University, analyzing self-care perceptions and practices among leaders and how they impact community culture. 

She pairs this expertise with Mental Health First Aid, crisis prevention intervention credentials, and Reiki Levels I and II certifications. Her lived experience as a trauma survivor and an individual in eating disorder recovery also ground her work. 

In addition to her doctorate and published research, Theresa is a licensed K-12 counselor with a master’s of education in school counseling from Salem State University and a bachelor of arts in theatre studies from Emerson College. In a previous life, Theresa was a professional dancer and choreographer. She collaborated with top dancers and choreographers in the industry and even landed a few roles in Hollywood feature films and commercials.

Today, Theresa brings her scholarship, experience, and zest to audiences of all kinds nationwide. Explore her offerings.