The Hope Haven Team

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Executive Team

STELLA JOHNSON

Chief Executive Officer

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KIM JUFER

Chief Administrative Officer

Leadership Team

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SHEA SUMNERS

Senior Director

Clinical, Behavioral & Educational Services

KIMBERLY REED

Senior DIrector

Finance

WILLIAM MUMPOWER

Senior Director

Sales & Marketing

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Practice Experts

ALLISON CATO JACKSON, PhD ABPP

Neuropsychologist, Clinical Services Director

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NANCY BARNARD

Educational Development Services Director

Kelly Wassmer

Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

Jasmine Adams

Senior Operations Specialist

Kate Graves

Client Experience Manager

Administration / Operations

Laura Brunner, Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Melissa Bruno, Facilities Specialist

Barbara Brutschy, Children First Parenting Class Instructor

Eva Crosby, Client Experience Team

Dustin Free, Building Superintendent

Rebecca Gallaher, Human Resources Specialist

Debi Jellison, Client Experience Team

Doug Jufer, Staff Concierge

Tina Tabbot, Finance Specialist

Rusty Trosclair, Grant Writer

Autumn Wright, Client Experience Team

Joanna Brown, Client Experience Team

Clinical and Educational Intervention services

Lauren Fox, Psychometrist

Lisa Hetzel, Educational Interventionist

Shayna Hill, Psychometrist

Shelly Kirschner, Educational Interventionist

Nate O’Brien, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Carly Weiss, Educational Advocate and Family Case Manager

Educational Services

Alexandria Aranda, Assistant Teacher

Angelina Gibson, Lead Teacher

AnnaMaria Iglesias, Assistant Teacher

Tamara Koren, Assistant Teacher

Manuela Qosja, Assistant Teacher

Annette Rodriguez, Assistant Teacher

Haley Switzer, Program Coordinator - Education

Keiora Taylor, Assistant Teacher

Cinnamon Waring, Assistant Teacher

Kyla Woulard, Assistant Teacher

Wanda Wynn, Lead Teacher

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Our Programs & Services

Assessments & Evaluations

Comprehensive evaluations to identify autism, ADHD, learning differences, and developmental delays.
We are the only provider in Northeast Florida using EarliPoint™ diagnostic eye-tracking technology.
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Academic Intervention (Tutoring)

One-on-one and small-group tutoring using research-based strategies tailored to how your child learns best.
Reading, math, executive function, and more.
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Advocacy Services

Guidance for Families Navigating Special Education
We help families understand services, navigate IEP or 504 Plans, and collaborate with schools to ensure students receive the accommodations and support they need to succeed.
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Camp Hope

An inclusive summer day camp that combines art, literacy, STEAM, and movement through weekly color-themed experiences.
For children and young adults with disabilities, ages 3–21.
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Camp - Reading Academic

“Unlocking the Code of Reading”—a summer literacy camp for struggling readers.
Hands-on, Orton-Gillingham-based instruction.
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Career Camps (Spring, Summer, Winter)

Seasonal camps for teens and young adults with disabilities focused on job readiness, life skills, and independence.
Each season features hands-on experiences and social connection.
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Children First Co-Parenting Class

Effective co-parenting classes designed for parents engaged in paternity actions or divorce. Customized classes are available for parents of children with special needs.
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Discovery School

A year-round, inclusive early learning program for children (ages 3–5) with intellectual or developmental differences.
Small classrooms. On-site therapy. 236 days/year.
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Employment & Transition Services

Support for young adults transitioning to life after school.
Job skills training, supported employment, and personalized career exploration.
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Hope After School

Inclusive after-school care for ages 3–22 with disabilities.
Academic support, life skills, social development, and fun in a structured, safe environment.
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Mental Health Counseling

Compassionate counseling for individuals and families, in person or virtually.
Our licensed therapists support mental wellness through all of life’s transitions.
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Social Skills Group

Helping Kids and Teens Build Real World Confidence
Our age-specific Social Skills Groups create a supportive space for children and teens to practice communication, emotional regulation, and peer interaction skills.
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