Liz is passionate about brain science, research, and empowering neurodivergent students to become positive self-advocates and joyful learners.

Originally from San Francisco, Liz attended progressive schools like Sequoyah (The Nueva School, Marin Academy) and is on the Alumni Board at The Hamlin School, where her own challenges with auditory processing and rote memory were initially discovered and supported. The guidance she received and the strategies she learned as an adolescent from dedicated specialists and teachers were hugely meaningful. She works in education to help all students feel a sense of belonging and self-understanding, and learn to use the tools they need to succeed. Her goal is to be a leader, advocate, and trusted resource within the Sequoyah community.

Liz is a certified Educational Therapist/Professional with the Association of Educational Therapists and holds a Master’s in Educational Therapy from California State University, Northridge. Her thesis explored parallels between academic homework and music practice, a topic close to Liz’s heart. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, Liz’s lifelong love of singing, songwriting, and piano led her to independently release four albums of her own music, tour solo, and perform as a keyboard player and accordionist with artists ranging in style from avant-garde jazz to classic country.

Liz’s music background helps her uncover patterns, listen, and work in collaboration with students, families, and faculty. She deeply understands young people and has supported kindergarten through 12th grades as a Learning Specialist at Viewpoint School in Calabasas and Saint Mark’s School in Altadena.

When she’s not playing music or going to shows, you can find Liz swimming laps at Occidental College or reading on her deck in Mount Washington.