#13 Neurodivergence and Mental Health with Dr. Kristen Eccleston
Dr. Kristen Eccleston’s key differentiator is her first-hand knowledge and demonstrated competence grounded in real-life professional experience. She has a Doctorate of Education in Mind, Brain, & Teaching from Johns Hopkins University, a Master of Science in Special Education from Johns Hopkins University, and a Certificate in Educational Leadership and Administration from Hood College. Dr. Eccleston was the creator and former Director of the Enhanced- Social-Emotional Special Education Services (E-SESES) Program for Montgomery County Public Schools and was a Montgomery County Special Education teacher for over 15 years. She is currently an Adjunct Professor at Towson University in their Secondary and Special Education Graduate Programs. Dr. Eccleston has worked on extensive research examining adolescent mental health impairments in the education environment and is well versed in the needs of the neurodiverse brain. She currently serves as part of the Smithsonian’s Zero Barriers in STEM Education Advisory Committee and is a National Board Certified Teacher: Exceptional Needs Specialist.
Dr. Eccleston has extensive experience creating and reviewing Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Her work as a Special Educator has provided her with expertise administering educational testing and creating individualized learning plans tailored for student success. She has served as an expert witness in court cases specific to Special Education.
Dr. Eccleston is the mother of two elementary students and enjoys spending time with her family in her spare time.
LInks:
Dr. Eccleston's education counseling website
https://www.ecclestoneducationconsulting.com
The NeuroDiverse Teacher Podcast
https://www.theneurodiverseteacher.com
Montgomery County Council YouTube
https://youtu.be/Pzb6iduvgfQ
The NeuroDiverse Teacher Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/the.NeuroDiverse.teacher
The NueroDiverse Teacher Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/the.NeuroDiverse.teacher
Dr. Eccleston's education counseling Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/eccleston.education.consulting
Dr. Eccleston's TikTok
https://www.vm.tiktok.com/ZTdaN3WoJ/
