Leading with Curiosity and Affect
Looking for my next opportunity to lead with curiosity and support child development through attuned, relationship-based care.
This is me
I'm Amanthus (she/they), a parent coach, educator, and guide for families seeking connection, not compliance. I see children through the lens of DIRFloortime, where relationships, curiosity, and emotional attunement come first. I support often misunderstood children and help the adults in their lives recognize behavior as communication, not something to control or fix.
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As a person with a neurodivergent brain and a parent, I bring lived experience and decades of study in brain development, regulation, and resilience. I've spent my life learning how to create spaces where children feel safe to be fully themselves—and where parents and teachers feel supported, too.
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You're in the right place if you seek support rooted in respect, co-regulation, and real-world understanding.
Work With Me
Neurodivergent Consulting
Relationship Based Care
Parent Education PlayShops
Everyday Sensory Supports
My Superpower
I see the big picture — how individual differences shape behavior and needs beneath them.
Services for Families Supporting Whole-Child Growth
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Care for Kids Who Need Extra Support & Parent Respite
Consistent, relationship-based care for children needing help with regulation, transitions, sensory needs, or emotional expression. -
Parent Coaching & Support
One-on-one guidance for navigating behavior, co-regulation, and communication through a strengths-based lens. -
Playshops for Families & Caregivers
Group sessions on how to play with children in ways that nurture development, provide positive guidance, meet sensory needs, and understand the meaning behind behaviors.
Services for Schools & Educators: Coaching, Consulting, Connection
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Consulting
Support for creating inclusive, neurodivergent-affirming, play-based environments. -
Coaching
Collaborative guidance on regulation, relationships, and family partnerships. -
Curriculum
Consultation on emergent, strength-based, whole-child programs. -
Workshops
Training on trauma-informed care, co-regulation, sensory needs, play, and inclusion. -
Community
Facilitating spaces for connection, reflection, and growth.
What Families
are Saying
"The way she encourages each child to pursue their interests while allowing space for building skills has been amazing to be a part of." -- Michelle Wingrove
"Amanthus never ceased to amaze us with the sensitive and intentional way she manages young, impressionable minds. Our son would often surprise us at home with new techniques to help him regulate his emotions and the confidence to express himself freely. As parents, we learned a few things from her, too! We trust and endorse her wholeheartedly." --Trent & Lacey Hughes
"Amanthus’ knowledge and experience with all children, but especially those with extra support needs, is unparalleled. Our family had the immense privilege of both of our children learning from her. Not only that, but her parent coaching and education were pivotal for me as a parent to a neurodivergent child. I work in a field with many childhood development experts, and I learned more from Amanthus with real hands-on skills than in graduate school or with any other professionals I’ve had the pleasure to learn from. Having her support your family will be one of the best decisions you make!" -- Cassy Berry Crain
Curious, neurocomplex, and queer. Rooted in community.
