Find Your Linden Specialist

Hello, I’m Marissa! As a school psychologist, I operate on the belief that all students want to learn, succeed, and connect in ways that work best for them.

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My job is to uncover a student’s strengths, identify areas of needed support and growth, and provide insight and strategies to students and key members of a student’s support system. I am excited to offer school psychoeducational assessments to help students reach their full potential!

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I am a U.S. trained school psychologist originally from Connecticut. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychological Science from Central Connecticut State University and Master’s and Specialist degrees in School Psychology and Clinical Child Counseling from the University of Hartford, where I graduated as valedictorian.

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Over ten years as a school psychologist, I have supported hundreds of students from all walks of life. My experience spans from early childhood to young adulthood, encompassing students from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds and with a range of learning needs. I specialize in conducting psychoeducational assessments, which provide insight into a student’s cognitive, academic, and social-emotional/behavioral development and functioning.
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I am currently living in Napoli, Italy and work as a telehealth school psychologist. I am a native English speaker and have a C1 level of Italian. I am incredibly excited to bring my decade of experience to the global community, supporting international school teams, students, and
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Hi! I am Mattia and I have been working as an Occupational Therapist for over seven years. I live and work in Italy, where I am passionate about helping people regain autonomy and improve their quality of life through personalized, client-centered care.

I earned my degree in Occupational Therapy in 2017 from the University of Chieti, and in 2023 I completed a Master’s degree in Neurorehabilitation at Sapienza University of Rome. Over the years, I have developed strong expertise in supporting adult patients with neurological and orthopedic conditions.

More recently, I have also been working with children with specific learning disabilities and ADHD, creating tailored strategies to support their development both at school and in daily life. In my clinical practice, I use the CO-OP approach (Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupation), which helps children build problem-solving skills to overcome everyday challenges and thrive in school-related tasks.

My professional focus includes activities of daily living training, school and parent consulting, fine and gross motor skills development, social-emotional regulation, mindfulness, and neurodevelopmental difficulties. I also integrate elements of art therapy into my treatment when appropriate.

My motto is: “There is always a way to do what we wish to do.”

Originally from Italy, I speak German, English, and Italian.

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Hey there, I’m Maureen!

I am a Learning Support Specialist, and I moved to Berlin in the summer of 2025 with my husband and our son. While I am from Arizona in the southwest United States, my husband was born and raised in Berlin, and we are very excited about our family’s move back home to Germany.  I earned both a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and Philosophy as well as a Master of Science in Early Childhood and Elementary Special Education from the University of Oregon.

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I have over twenty years of experience working in education and training of children through the design and implementation of specialized instruction and support plans including my work as a Public School Paraprofessional, Special Olympics Coach, Inclusive Recreation Companion, Registered Behavior Technician, Professional Development Facilitator, and Licensed Special Education Teacher.

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Additionally, I am an experienced and collaborative team member and supervisor of classroom staff, a trustworthy partner to parents as the expert in their own child, and, above all, a caring advocate for my students.

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While I have worked with people from 18 months though 52 years old, most of my experience is with students in elementary and middle school. I specialize in problem-solving the individualized learning and support needs of students related to their ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Executive Function, and Social-Emotional Skills.  

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I am from the US and I speak English and Spanish.

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Hi, I’m Melanie! I am an Educational Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) based in Brussels, Belgium. I completed my graduate studies in Educational Psychology in 2009 at Chapman University in the United States.

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While practicing as an Educational Psychologist in the public school system, I continued my graduate studies in Applied Behavior Analysis and became a BCBA in 2014. I specialize in conducting in-person and virtual psycho-educational assessments for students with a wide range of learning profiles, including students with learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities, and Giftedness.

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I also specialize in collaborating with students, families, and school teams to develop strategies for reducing challenging behavior, and increasing skills related to independence, communication, social interaction, and self-regulation.

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Hello! I’m Michael.

I’m a dual-licensed marriage and family therapist and professional clinical counselor currently based in San Francisco, California. I hold an MA in Counseling Psychology from The Wright Institute in Berkeley, California. Presently, I work with high-risk youth in a crisis stabilization unit and run a small private practice.

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Over the last several years, I've supported children, adolescents, and young adults across a range of settings and life challenges. I have a particular passion for working with LGBTQ+ youth and young people navigating identity, masculinity, sexuality, and belonging. I also bring deep experience working with neurodivergent youth and young people of color.

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I bring warmth, directness, and genuine commitment to understanding my clients' experiences. My approach is strengths-based, solution-focused, and highly relational.I use motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, and narrative techniques to meet each person where they are. I specialize in supporting stress and burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma, school avoidance and academic planning.

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Outside of my work, I like tennis, bees, and music. I’m American and speak English.

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Hi! I’m Naomi Tokatly.

I’m an art therapist from Israel, currently based in Berlin.

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I hold a Master’s degree in Art Therapy from the University of Haifa, Israel. Since 2017, I have been engaged in a variety of educational roles supporting children’s learning and development, and since 2022, I have been providing therapeutic and one-on-one support. I have gained experience through both individual and group therapy sessions, as well as in my role as an one-on-one assistant. In addition, I have worked in educational programs in museums, collaborating with schools and working with children with special needs. Across these roles, I have supported children with diverse emotional, behavioral, and developmental profiles, including autism, ADHD, DMDD, ODD, and challenges related to emotional regulation, social interaction, anger management, anxiety and self-esteem. My experience includes working with children from kindergarten through the end of elementary school, ages 4-12.

I believe deeply in the power of art as a language- a way for children to express what may be too complex or difficult to put into words. Through creative exploration, art becomes a bridge that helps them connect with their inner world, process emotions, and discover their own ways of understanding and growth. The therapy room, and the art within it, offer each child a blank page, a safe, open space to bring themselves as they are and express what feels true to them.

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I offer sessions in Hebrew and English, and am passionate about creating a safe, creative, and nurturing space where healing and self-expression can flourish through art.

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Hi, I’m Nick! I am a US Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Counselor residing in Colorado, USA. I am passionate about creating a nurturing and authentic environment where counseling feels accessible, relatable, and where people know they are not alone in life’s challenges.

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I hold a Master of Social Work degree from The University of Texas at Austin. With 23 years of experience in the counseling field, my background includes international school counseling, wilderness therapy with adolescents, crisis counseling, emergency room social work, and psychotherapy with adolescents, families, and couples.

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I specialize in working with adolescents facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, issues with anger, children and families in crisis, suicide prevention, adjustment issues, and grief. I also work with children who identify as neurodivergent and I am neurodivergent myself. My counseling style is highly relational and solution-focused. Having counseled people from all over the world, I am committed to providing care that acknowledges and respects the diverse cultural backgrounds of international clients.

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When I am not counseling, I enjoy hiking with my dogs, traveling, reading, and spending time with my family.

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I’m from the United States, and I speak English.

Hi, I'm Noa. I serve as Head of Counseling Services at Linden Global Learning, where I also lead safeguarding and international school crisis response initiatives.

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I hold a Master's degree in Child Clinical Psychology from Bar-Ilan University. For nearly a decade, I have supported internationally mobile students, families, educators, and young adults navigating cross-cultural transitions and study abroad experiences. I lead a global team of more than 30 counselors and have designed and led grief, trauma, and crisis support programs for schools affected by conflict and instability across the Middle East, Africa, and Eastern Europe.

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For the past six years, I have facilitated Consultation Circles for international school counselors, creating professional support networks that have reached more than 300 counselors globally and reflecting my commitment to supporting those who support students. After many years of working with students facing a range of challenges, I developed Mind Mentors, a unique strengths-based coaching program designed to help children build executive functioning skills, emotional resilience, and self-management strategies.

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The greatest joy in my work comes from sitting with young people, listening to them, and helping them build confidence.

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I speak English, Hebrew, and German and, like many of my clients, value the richness and possibilities of expression that each language brings.

Hi, I am Olga! I am a dedicated school counselor and psychologist based in Berlin, Germany, with a Master’s degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy. My professional journey spans both school and vocational settings, where I have supported children, adolescents, and their families through psychoeducational assessments, emotional guidance, behavioral strategies, and crisis interventions.

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Passionate about helping every child reach their full potential, I specialize in addressing behavioral challenges, fostering social-emotional development, supporting neurodiverse individuals, building confidence, and guiding cultural adjustment. My approach centers on creating a safe, inclusive environment where students feel heard, valued, and empowered to navigate challenges and thrive.

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Originally from Russia, I am fluent in English, German, and Russian, with basic proficiency in Portuguese. My multicultural background and language skills enable me to connect deeply with students from diverse communities and deliver culturally sensitive, personalized support that meets their unique needs.

Hi, I’m Pei!

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I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in counseling from Taiwan, where I am a licensed counseling psychologist. Additionally, I earned a second master’s degree in social work with families and children through the Erasmus Mundus program, studying in Portugal, Norway, and Sweden.

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With over a decade of experience, I’ve worked with students across a wide range of ages and needs, including primary school students with psychological issues, teenagers with behavioral challenges in juvenile detention, and young adults with emotional and psychiatric concerns in residential care. I have also supported vulnerable families.

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Additionally, I’ve served as a volunteer hotline counselor and worked in a university counseling center with both international and local students in Taiwan. For the past two years, I’ve been a social and emotional counselor at an international school in Germany, working with students aged 3 to 18.

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I’m passionate about helping students overcome challenges and fostering their personal development. As a social and emotional counselor, I strive to empower individuals by tapping into their innate strengths and potential. My approach is holistic, integrating solution-focused strategies, strength-based perspectives, and ecological systems theory. I believe that collaboration among students, parents, schools, and communities provides the greatest support for students. I’m committed to creating a trustworthy and safe environment where students can freely express their needs and aspirations.

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I specialize in counseling, parent coaching, transitions, cultural adjustment, relationships, self-esteem, and emotional regulation.

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I’m from Taiwan, and I speak Mandarin Chinese and English.

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嗨您好，我是林珮羽（Pei），來自台灣的諮商心理師，擁有心理諮商與兒童及家庭社會工作雙碩士學位。

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在心理諮商與輔導領域已累積超過十年的專業經驗，並長期為國際學生及其家庭提供心理輔導服務，協助其因應學習與生活中的各種困難與挑戰。我曾陪伴許多學生面對各類情緒與適應議題，包括憂鬱、焦慮與憤怒等情緒困擾，學習動機低落、自信心不足、身體意象議題，以及海外文化適應與轉銜適應、人際關係與家庭關係等挑戰（包含但不限於上述面向）。

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在專業實務中，我致力於提供一個安全、可信任且具支持性的會談關係與空間，讓學生能自在地探索與表達內在經驗。我相信系統性的合作能為學生帶來最大的助益，因此重視與學生、家長及學校之間的協作關係，並在其中扮演良好溝通與連結的橋樑。憑藉良好的中文與英語能力，我也經常協助家長與國際學校之間的溝通與理解，促進雙方更順暢的合作與連結。

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成長於華人文化背景，並曾有海外求學與工作經驗，使我對於海外學生與國際家庭在適應與心理支持上的需求，有更深的理解與敏感度。除了提供學生個別心理會談外，我也投入心理健康講座與相關推廣工作，致力於提升心理健康的覺察與資源可近性。

Hi, I'm Rahil!

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I hold a PhD in Physics from Freie Universität Berlin and have several years of experience teaching and mentoring students in mathematics and physics. Before moving to Germany, I worked as a teacher and have always been passionate about helping students build confidence in subjects that can initially feel intimidating.

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My teaching philosophy is centered on understanding rather than memorization. I believe that mathematics and physics become much more engaging when they are connected to meaningful examples from everyday life and the natural world. To me, physics is far more than formulas and calculations, it's a way of understanding how the universe works. I particularly enjoy supporting students with exam preparation, strengthening foundational skills, and developing effective problem-solving strategies. My goal is to help students not only improve their academic performance but also become more confident, curious, and independent learners.

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With a background in scientific research and education, I strive to make complex concepts accessible and to show students how mathematics and science relate to the world around them.

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Outside of teaching, I enjoy exploring educational innovation, artificial intelligence in education, art, and scientific visualization.

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Areas of Expertise: Mathematics • Physics • STEM • Exam Preparation • Problem Solving • Learning Strategies • Scientific Thinking • AI in Education

Hello, my name is Rena Marie!

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I am a dedicated educator and counselor who has worked with children and teens ages 7–23 in some of the San Francisco Bay Area’s most vulnerable communities since 2002. I hold a BA in History from the University of San Francisco and a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, with a concentration in Drama Therapy, from the California Institute of Integral Studies.

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My professional experience includes serving as a middle school counselor at an academic independent school in San Francisco, developing programs for young adult basic education, writing wellness curriculum for middle school summer programs, mentoring college students at the University of California, Berkeley, and leading professional development trainings for educators and mental health professionals. My most popular workshops include “Movement, Nutrition, and Mental Health,” “Practicing Joy,” and “Vicarious Trauma Toolkit.” I work with children and teens of all ages, specializing in anxiety, transitions, social skills, and mindfulness practices.

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In addition to my counseling work, I am an actor, dancer, and teaching artist. I currently teach weekly dance classes in Lisbon and lead both local and global retreats. I believe the arts are inherently therapeutic and can be powerful tools for healing and wellness.

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Some ways the arts support mental health include:

• Increased self-awareness
• Opportunities for self-expression
  Improved self-regulation
• Reduced stress and anxiety (especially when practiced for joy rather than evaluation)
• Enhanced cognitive functioning and neuroplasticity
  
  

In June 2025, my family moved to Portugal from the United States. The decision to relocate my 14-year-old at the start of secondary school was thoughtful and intentional. In preparation, we focused on both the exciting opportunities and the challenges ahead. As a family, we continue to create space to process these challenges and find creative solutions together. This lived experience has given me a unique understanding of how to support teens during major transitions - especially those involving a new culture, new language, and new educational system.

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I speak English and am currently learning Portuguese.

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