OUR TEAM

Our clinicians bring experience and expertise and use a team approach in your care.

Dr. Suzi Naguib is a passionate and dedicated psychologist and a strong advocate for those affected by behavioral, emotional, developmental and learning disabilities. Dr. Naguib founded Sunfield Center with a mission to offer the highest quality, evidence-based clinical care and increase awareness of mental health needs. Dr. Naguib also founded the Sunfield Institute, a professional development organization dedicated to providing gold standard training for mental health providers. In addition to being the director and founder of Sunfield Center and Institute, Dr. Naguib is the clinical director and founder of Sprouted Sage Full Circle Intervention Center, an intensive intervention center for young children diagnosed with autism. Dr. Naguib also established LightUp, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of individuals with special needs.

As a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the field of autism, ADHD, behavioral and anxiety disorders, Dr. Naguib brings a first-hand understanding of the need for research-informed evaluations and evidence-based treatment interventions to help families. Dr. Naguib is a certified Parent Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapist and trainer. She is also an independent trainer for two of the gold standard autism diagnostic assessment tools (ADOS-2 and ADI-R) and has trained hundreds of providers in Michigan, across the U.S., and internationally on how to accurately evaluate and diagnose autism. Dr. Naguib, in collaboration with her team at the Sunfield Center, has created a number of trainings for parents and professionals and has expertise in the following areas: adolescent to adult transition planning for individuals diagnosed with autism, family support and empowerment post receiving an autism diagnosis, and autism and sexuality.

Prior to founding the above centers, Dr. Naguib worked at the University of Michigan Autism and Communication Disorders Center (UMACC). She completed a two-year fellowship in the Attention Deficit Hyperactivity and Behavior Disorders Service at the New York University (NYU) Child Study Center, where she remained for several years. Dr. Naguib completed her doctoral education at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology and received her M.S. in clinical psychology at Loyola University Maryland. She completed her clinical training at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan, the University of Chicago, the University of Illinois at Chicago, and the Johns Hopkins University. She is fluent in Portuguese and proficient in Spanish and Arabic.

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Jeff Snyder is the Director of Operations and Development at Sunfield Center and a licensed social worker. Through this role Mr. Snyder ensures that as a center we use systems effectively to prioritize outstanding care. Additionally, Mr. Snyder guides the center’s development and growth to ensure that we continue to meet the ongoing areas of clinical need of our community. In addition to having a senior leadership role at Sunfield Center, Mr. Snyder provides treatment services and is part of the diagnostic team. He has particular expertise in working with school aged children diagnosed with ADHD, ASD and anxiety. He supports his patients by providing research informed interventions addressing social, organizational and coping skills.

In addition to being Dr. Naguib’s senior partner at Sunfield Center, Mr. Snyder is also a partner at the Sunfield Institute and Sprouted Sage Full Circle Intervention Center. At the Sunfield Institute, a professional development organization dedicated to providing gold standard training for mental health providers, as well as at the Sprouted Sage Full Circle Intervention Center, an early intervention center for young children diagnosed with autism, Mr. Snyder plays a leading role in both of these organizations.

Prior to joining Sunfield, Mr. Snyder served as an education advocate for families experiencing homelessness in Washtenaw County through the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD). He also has experience working at the University of Michigan Autism and Communication Disorders Center (UMACC), the University of Michigan Athletic Department Learning Services Office, as well as Novel Responses, providing ABA services. Jeff obtained his Master’s of Social Work degree from the University of Michigan- Ann Arbor. He received his Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Albion College. Mr. Snyder also serves on the Board of Directors for LightUp, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of individuals with special needs.

Rachel Piper Kress is the Director of Operations at the Sunfield Center. She is passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities, as well as youth diagnosed with ADHD, behavioral disorders, and anxiety disorders. In her clinical practice, Rachel provides individual treatment to help patients build organizational skills, develop coping strategies for managing intense emotions, and foster social skills for forming and maintaining meaningful relationships. Alongside her clinical work, she oversees daily operations at the clinic to ensure both patients and staff are fully supported.

Additionally, Rachel is a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) therapist and Within-Agency Trainer. Rachel has been trained in PCIT herself since 2018. Co-leading the PCIT training program at the Sunfield Institute alongside Janelle Schenk and Dr. Naguib, she provides weekly training and supervision to clinicians pursuing PCIT certification. Rachel earned her Master of Social Work in 2018 from the University of Michigan School of Social Work and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor in 2017.

In her free time, Rachel enjoys playing board games, reading, and spending time with friends and family.

Dr. Nicole Bergamo is a licensed clinical psychologist and the Director of Psychology Training at Sunfield Center. In this role, Dr. Bergamo supports the training of doctoral psychology interns, postdoctoral fellows, and practicum students. Dr. Bergamo also leads the development of social group services, and maintains a caseload of weekly clients. She completed her Ph.D. in School Psychology at Michigan State University and her doctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship at Sunfield Center.

Dr. Bergamo is passionate about her work with children, adolescents, and families in areas of assessment, intervention, and consultation. She enjoys working with neurodiverse individuals, including those with Autism (ASD) and Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), while also supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, selective mutism, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and other related concerns. Dr. Bergamo also has experience supporting diverse clinical profiles, including twice exceptionality (2E). Dr. Bergamo’s specific emphasis on social and emotional skill-building, through individual and group intervention, can be seen in her work with clients presenting with a variety of needs. In her work, she primarily utilizes evidence-based Behavioral and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. In her free time, Dr. Bergamo loves reading, crafting, and spending time with her family and dog.

Christin Sammons is a master’s level psychologist who specializes in supporting individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Anxiety, and their families. She delivers cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) treatment (a parent-based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related difficulties), and other evidence-based treatments to enhance coping, organizational, social, and independent living skills for children, adolescents, and young adults. Additionally, Christin specializes in the diagnosis and assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders across the life span, particularly in the differential diagnosis of autism, ADHD and emotional/behavioral disorders.

Prior to joining the Sunfield Center, Christin worked as a behavior technician and garnered research experience in parental stress and its relationship with having children on the Autism Spectrum. Christin earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Health Psychology from the University of Michigan-Dearborn and her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Calvin University. She completed her graduate-level field experience at Sunfield Center prior to joining our team.

Dr. Kira Boneff-Peng is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the evaluation and treatment of young children with anxiety disorders, selective mutism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, ADHD, and disruptive behavior. Dr. Boneff-Peng has extensive experience using evidence-based treatments such as cognitive-behavior therapy and parent management training to treat children with a variety of concerns, including specialized training in the treatment of selective mutism and obsessive-compulsive disorder in youth. Dr. Boneff-Peng values supporting the whole family and incorporating parent psychoeducation, support, and skills-training in children’s treatment, as well as supporting and strengthening the parent-child relationship through treatment. Dr. Boneff-Peng also conducts psychoeducational evaluations at Sunfield, with a focus on evaluating symptoms of ADHD, learning disabilities, anxiety, and other social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Dr. Boneff-Peng has experience working with children and teens of all ages, but she is particularly passionate about early intervention with children ages 2 to 12.

Dr. Boneff-Peng received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Eastern Michigan University. She completed her predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship training at the University of Michigan Mary A. Rackham Institute, in the University Center for the Child and Family. Dr. Boneff-Peng’s research focuses on selective mutism in youth, including understanding parental accommodation in selective mutism and exploring evidence-based treatments for selective mutism.

In her free time, Dr. Boneff-Peng loves playing board games, swing dancing, creative writing, and spending time with her family, friends, and beloved dog.

Zachary Burton is a Clinical Social Worker at Sunfield Center who is committed to a rapport-focused approach to connecting and working with individuals across the neurodiverse spectrum. After pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Asian Studies (Japanese Focus), Zachary completed a Master’s in Social Work degree from the University of Michigan in 2025. He has 4 years of experience working in Pre-K childcare, GSRP classrooms, and assent-based naturalistic ABA classrooms, and strives to integrate this expertise into his therapeutic practice. Zack looks forward to working together with families to create comfortable, cooperative spaces for their child and establish goals that are mindful of every family member’s wants and needs. In his free time, he loves to bake, read, host radio shows, play video games, and run around with his chaotic (but loving) cat Charlie.

Judith Coucouvanis is a Child/Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. At Sunfield Center Judy provides parent consultations to help families address concerns related to behavioral, feeding, sleeping, and toileting. Judy has been an advanced practice psychiatric nurse for over 40 years, specializing in the treatment of children with developmental disabilities, severe behavior challenges, autism spectrum disorders and co-occurring conditions. Prior to joining Sunfield Center, Judy worked as a Nurse Practitioner at the Department of Child Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Hospital. Judy completed her BSN and MA in Nursing from the University of Iowa. She has authored books on topics of parenting, toilet training and social skills.

Judy is a dedicated professional nurse with years of experience who has helped countless families with a multitude of problems and concerns. We are thrilled to have Judy as a key member of our team.

Emily is a clinical social worker who earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Michigan. She previously completed her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Michigan State University, with a focus on youth and adolescent development.

Emily is passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals and has several years of experience providing services to individuals and families. Her background includes work as a behavior technician and a practicum student at Sunfield Center. During her undergraduate studies, she also served as a youth advocate and mentor for young people involved in the Ingham County court system.

Emily is dedicated to working with individuals and families of all ages. She strives to provide compassionate, goal-oriented care by using a holistic approach that considers both clinical and environmental factors. Her mission is to empower clients by helping them navigate challenges and build on their strengths.

Outside of her professional life, Emily enjoys spending time with friends and family, cheering for Detroit sports teams, and exploring new places

Lindsey Mitzel is a pediatric nurse practitioner with a specialty in pediatric development. I have previously worked in pediatric sedation and neonatal ICU, among other pediatric critical care and primary care settings. I have a passion for case management and advocating for patients and their families, especially in navigating through sometimes complex needs and treatment options.

Alessia is a clinical social worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan and a Master of Education in Special Education from the University of Washington. She completed her graduate-level clinical training at Sunfield Center before joining the team as a full-time clinician. Alessia brings more than 20 years of experience supporting neurodiverse children, teens, and families.

With a background in special education and teaching, Alessia understands the importance of seeing each person as an individual and building on their unique strengths. She provides evidence-based interventions grounded in play, connection, and individualized support, as well as parent coaching to support parents’ mental health and strengthen their connection with their children. Her approach is warm, strengths-based, and relationship-centered, with an emphasis on creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel understood and empowered.

In her free time, Alessia enjoys spending time with her husband and three children and playing tennis.

Juno is a clinical social worker who earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Michigan. Before that, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Biology at Eastern Michigan University and gained hands-on experience as a teaching assistant and Registered Behavior Technician. During this time, Juno discovered her passion for supporting individuals with autism and providing evidence-based care that helps people thrive as their authentic selves. Her interest in working with individuals across all stages of life—especially those with ASD, ADHD, anxiety, and other behavioral challenges—deepened during her MSW practicum at Sunfield Center. Additionally, Juno enjoys supporting parents of anxious children via SPACE treatment. Juno approaches her work with empathy, curiosity, and a deep respect for each person’s unique story and strengths. Outside of work, you’ll often find Juno spending time with family and friends, exploring different cities, going for walks or runs, and unwinding with her favorite TV shows.

Dr. Chris Owen is a postdoctoral psychology fellow at Sunfield Center. As such, he plays a pivotal role in training students and healthcare providers in evidence-based interventions, notably Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). Alongside this, he manages a caseload of clients on a weekly basis. Dr. Owen is passionate about creating a “behavioral health home” for his clients—a place where clients and families can return for different life challenges, from tantrums in early childhood to anxiety during unprecedented times like the COVID-19 pandemic. Think of it as a behavioral health home for any stage of development: tackling tantrums and meltdowns, alleviating event-specific anxiety, navigating learning difficulties by learning compensatory strategies, attending social groups to practice skills and connect with peers, and even planning for future careers and job attainment. He believes in the value of having a consistent, knowledgeable support system that understands your unique needs throughout life’s ups and downs. Connect with Dr. Owen today and embark on a journey of understanding, empowerment, and comprehensive care.

His dedication to psychological care can be traced back to his dual-major days at the University of Pittsburgh in psychology and gender studies. During this time, he became strongly aware of the disparities in psychological care, especially for children on the autism spectrum. This understanding propelled him to take a research position at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. His academic voyage led him to West Virginia University (WVU) for his Ph.D. in Clinical Child Psychology. Under the mentorship of Dr. Cheryl B. McNeil, he fortified his expertise in PCIT, evidenced by his multiple peer-reviewed publications and over 30 presentations across various forums. More recently, Dr. Owen completed his predoctoral internship at Sunfield Center with the Mid-Michigan Psychology Internship Consortium. During this time, he continued to sharpen his clinical skills and developed a specialization in autism, including providing clinical services for adults on the spectrum (e.g., career planning, occupational attainment, and stress management).

Melding cognitive-behavioral strategies with a developmental lens, Dr. Owen champions a personalized treatment plan, often weaving in unique analogies and patient interests. He believes in empowering patients, making therapy relatable, and taking a collaborative approach to patient care, particularly with families. His background in gender studies also equips him to uniquely support the LGBTQ+ community and other underserved groups, always promoting equality, understanding, and respect.

Lio is a clinical social worker who provides play therapy and talk therapy to children, teens, and young adults navigating challenges related to Autism (including PDA and high-masking profiles), ADHD, and anxiety. He integrates lenses from LGBTQ+ Liberation, Neurodiversity, and Disability Justice paradigms to empower clients in finding solutions that work for them while acknowledging systemic barriers to well-being. Lio is experienced in providing support to those who discovered their neurodivergence in adulthood, as well as in childhood. He uses components of evidence-based interventions including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT). 

Lio is currently pursuing their Registered Play Therapist (RPT) certification through the Association for Play Therapy. He recognizes the power of play and creative expression regardless of age! Lio works to incorporate play, along with clients’ hobbies and interests, into the therapeutic process to create a space that feels safe and welcoming while addressing therapeutic goals. In their free time, Lio enjoys reading, camping, crochet, board games, and playing Minecraft. 

Dr. Kristin Rispoli is a licensed clinical psychologist at the Sunfield Center. Dr. Rispoli specializes in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults diagnosed with Autism. Dr. Rispoli is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist and has broad experience in evaluating and designing interventions to address a range of childhood disorders, including attention disorders, behavior disorders, and intellectual disability. Dr. Rispoli has provided psychological treatment and assessment services in schools, clinics, and homes, working directly with children, training parents, and consulting with teachers. Dr. Rispoli is an Assistant Professor of School Psychology at Michigan State University. Dr. Rispoli’s research focuses on parent engagement in education and intervention for young children with autism, the development of a parent-implemented intervention targeting emotion regulation in preschoolers with autism, and the role of parent involvement and expectation in postsecondary transition for adolescents with autism. Dr. Rispoli completed her doctoral studies at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a research postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and clinical postdoctoral training at clinics serving children and adolescents diagnosed with autism and other neurobehavioral disorders in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Melanie is a Clinical Social Worker and supervisor at Sunfield Center. She earned her Masters in Social Work degree from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor in 2021. Prior to beginning her master’s degree in Interpersonal Practice, Melanie earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Oakland University. During her undergraduate career, Melanie provided Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children diagnosed with Autism, and her passion for the field only grew.

Melanie enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults. She offers services to individuals with diagnoses such as Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depression, and behavioral disorders. Melanie is dedicated to and passionate about utilizing evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), to name a few modalities. Furthermore, she believes in the importance of promoting autonomy, collaborating with clients in regards to their goals, and utilizing their personal strengths to achieve goals.

While Melanie offers individual therapy, she also offers parent support. This includes the Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) Program, as well as Parent Management Training (PMT). She also holds a certification for Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).

In her free time, Melanie enjoys exploring creative hobbies, such as crochet and embroidery. She also enjoys reading, exercising, spending quality time with loved ones, and hanging out with her recently-adopted dog!

Janelle is a licensed clinical social worker and clinical supervisor at Sunfield Center. She is passionate about working with individuals across the lifespan and their families to gain insights and develop skills to help them thrive. Janelle utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based treatments to build social skills, develop executive functioning, improve emotion regulation, and cope with anxiety and depression. Additionally, Janelle is a certified parent-child interaction (PCIT) therapist and trainer and enjoys assisting families in building strong parent-child relationships.

Janelle is also the Social Work and PCIT training coordinator at Sunfield Center. In this role, she works diligently to ensure high-quality training for graduate level social work students who complete their internship experience at Sunfield Center. Janelle also coordinates PCIT training for mental health providers and graduate level students and co-leads the trainings with Rachel Kress, Megan Warfle, and Dr. Naguib, allowing more families to access this specialized intervention.

Janelle earned her Master’s of Social Work at the University of Michigan in 2020 and her Bachelor’s of Social Work from Calvin University in 2019. Janelle completed her graduate level training at Sunfield Center before joining the team as a full-time clinician. In her spare time, Janelle enjoys reading, playing board games, and spending time with her friends, family, and cats.

Maisy is a clinical social worker at Sunfield Center. She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Political Science from Eastern Michigan University.

Maisy enjoys working with clients of all ages and is especially passionate about supporting individuals with autism, anxiety, ADHD, and OCD. She loves helping clients build confidence, develop effective coping skills, and learn to advocate for themselves.

Maisy draws from a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). She also enjoys working with parents and caregivers through Parent Management Training (PMT) and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE). Maisy is certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).

Outside of her work, Maisy enjoys painting, listening to music, and spending time with her family and pets (including her two parrots).

Brittany is a master’s level clinical social worker at Sunfield Center. Brittany’s background is in medical social work and she is passionate about making connections between medical care and behavioral health services for child and young adults with special needs.  Brittany has experience in serving individuals (and their families) with autism, ADHD, developmental disabilities, and complex care needs.  She is especially interested in supporting families with coping with behavioral concerns, educational advocacy needs, and supporting teens and young adults with transitions from pediatric to adult care services.

Brittany earned her Master’s of Social Work degree at the University of Michigan School of Social Work in 2012, and her bachelor’s degree in Brain, Behavior, and Cognitive Science from the University of Michigan.  She has her school social work certification and has expertise in navigating systems such as Medicaid, foster care, community mental health, and with adaptive programming and services for children with special needs.  In her free time, Brittany enjoys baking, art, swimming, and spending as much time as possible outside with her family.

I’m Stevie, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a passion for helping individuals, families, and adults navigate life’s challenges. I am certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and challenging behaviors using a client-centered, integrated approach.

In my work with children, I prioritize family involvement, which is key to fostering lasting change. This approach is centered on the belief that safe, stable, and nurturing relationships are essential for healthy development. 

If you’re looking for a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy, I would be honored to work with you and your family to help create a path toward stronger connections and healthier, more fulfilling lives.

As an artist, Yexenia enjoys integrating art into her clinical work, leveraging creative approaches to enhance mental health and well-being. Fluent in both Spanish and English, Yexenia is committed to addressing the mental health needs of immigrant communities. Her unique blend of clinical expertise, educational background, and artistic talent makes her a valuable asset in fostering healing and growth through culturally sensitive and innovative therapeutic practices.

Ewa Wilkinson is a master’s level psychologist with expertise in the assessment of children, adolescents and adults, particularly in the differential diagnosis of ASD, ADHD and emotional/behavioral disorders. In addition to helping families through the diagnostic process, Ewa is passionate about empowering families with knowledge and resources to help them develop a roadmap to access appropriate intervention. With her extensive knowledge and compassion Ewa supports families during the post diagnostic period which can be emotionally overwhelming for many families. Ewa is also pursuing certification to be a trainer for the Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) program, a parent-based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD and related difficulties. Prior to joining Sunfield, Ewa was part of the diagnostic team at the Detroit Medical Center’s University Pediatricians Autism Center. She received her bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and her psychology master’s degree from the University of Detroit Mercy. Ewa has also been a Polish folklore dance teacher for the past 13 years at St. Florian’s Parish in Hamtramck. She enjoys traveling, cultural dancing, and the magical world of Harry Potter.

Sarah Ramp is a Temporary Limited Licensed Psychologist (TLLP) and doctoral psychology intern at Sunfield Center. She is completing her PsyD with a concentration in child and adolescent psychology at the University of Indianapolis. Sarah has clinical experience serving children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD, Autism, and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses in therapy and assessment. She uses a neurodiversity-affirming, supportive approach with her clients to ensure individualized, empathic care. Sarah also has experience working with various mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Outside of clinical work, Sarah enjoys reading, cooking, watching movies, and spending time with friends and family.

Emerson is a social work practicum student pursuing their Master’s in Social Work at the University of Michigan. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Bachelor of Arts in Education in Interdisciplinary Disability Studies from the University of Kentucky. Emerson has experience supporting transition-age youth with disabilities through Project SEARCH, where she worked closely with individuals to build professional, vocational, and social skills.

In addition to their applied work, Emerson has a strong background in developmental psychology research. She worked as a research assistant in the Families, Adoption, and Diversity (FAD) Lab at the University of Kentucky, where she contributed to qualitative research examining family processes, development, and wellbeing. Emerson also completed an undergraduate thesis exploring the experiences of LGBTQ+ families who have adopted a child with a disability, which deepened their commitment to inclusive, affirming, and equity-oriented practice.

Emerson’s combined experiences in research, education, and direct practice inform their approach to supporting neurodivergent individuals and families. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with loved ones (including her cat, Bruno), listening to music, building Legos, and traveling!

Mae is a social work practicum student pursuing her Master’s in Social Work at the University of Michigan. Mae received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Michigan. She has a background working with children in a daycare setting, as well as providing ABA therapy to children with an Autism diagnosis at the University Center for the Child and Family. Mae’s experiences have supported her interest and passion in child and family mental health and wellbeing. In her free time, Mae enjoys baking, spending time with friends, being outside, and traveling.

Elayna Maynard serves as our full-time Administrative Assistant, dedicated to supporting daily office operations, coordinating schedules, and assisting both staff and clients. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from Michigan State University.

Before joining Sunfield, Elayna gained valuable experience in various roles within early childhood education, where she developed a deep passion for supporting children and their families. In her current administrative role, she finds great fulfillment in connecting families with the essential care and resources they need.

Outside of work, Elayna enjoys spending time with her husband and son, participating in her book club, going for long walks, traveling, and exploring new coffee shops.