Structured mediation, matched to the person in front of me.
Every program starts with observation, not a checklist. What follows is built around how the person actually thinks, moves, and regulates — not a fixed curriculum.
Executive Function Development
One-on-one mediation to strengthen the skills that make learning and daily life manageable.
- Attention, working memory, and planning
- Inhibition and cognitive flexibility
- Emotional regulation and self-monitoring
- Structured paper-and-pencil activities, individually designed
Feuerstein Instrumental Enrichment
Certified PAS Basic & Standard sessions using Feuerstein's mediated learning approach to build cognitive modifiability.
- Structured instruments targeting specific cognitive functions
- Mediation, not instruction — the person builds their own strategies
- Transfer of skills to school, work, and everyday tasks
Neuropsychomotor Development & Early Intervention
Developmental observation and structured motor and psychomotor activity to support early milestones.
- Behavioral and motor observation for early identification
- FSC & Castagnini method-informed developmental therapy
- Coordination with pediatric specialists when needed
Adult Developmental Support
Educational and developmental support for adults with complex physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Autonomy and daily-living skill-building
- Emotional awareness and participation
- Quality-of-life-centered planning
Parent Education & Staff Training
Group and individual training on developmental milestones, learning strategies, and inclusive practice.
- Understanding developmental signs early
- Practical strategies for home and classroom
- Training grounded in 30 years running preschools and programs
Support across ADHD, autism, learning differences, and typical development
Programs are built individually, but families most often come for these reasons.
ADHD and attention challenges
Building the working memory, planning, and inhibition skills that attention difficulties make harder to develop on their own.
Autism spectrum disorder
Structured, individualized mediation that respects how each person processes and communicates.
Learning disabilities
Targeted cognitive enrichment to build strategies that transfer directly into schoolwork.
Frequently asked questions
The first meeting is focused on observation and conversation — understanding developmental history, current challenges, and goals — before any program is designed. There's no fixed test or checklist; the plan is built around the person.
Sessions are available in person in the San Francisco Bay Area, with virtual options for follow-up consultations and parent training. Reach out to discuss what fits your situation.
Program length depends on the goals involved — some families come for a focused block of sessions, others for ongoing support over months. This is discussed and agreed upon after the first consultation.
Yes. While much of the work involves children and adolescents, Maria also supports young adults, adults, and older adults, including adults with complex disabilities.