LifeNet Staff

Catie is a licensed occupational therapist who most recently served as an OT supervisor for a respected Massachusetts-based multi-service provider, winning multiple organizational awards for “going above and beyond.” Catie did clinical fieldwork at the Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) and is a Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) fellow. She earned a BA with honors in human development/family studies and psychology from the University of Connecticut, and an MS in occupational therapy from Boston University.

Hannah is a licensed occupational therapist who enjoys working with individuals of all ages. After earning her BA in psychology and theater from Brandeis University, Hannah began her career as an early childhood educator, where she worked primarily with infants and their caregivers. Hannah discovered occupational therapy through her previous career and earned her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from Boston University. Hannah has clinical experience working with older adults in the home setting. She gained additional experience working with infants and children in the inpatient and school settings throughout her clinical fieldwork. In her spare time, Hannah enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time outside when the weather is warm.

Natalie earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and graduated from Boston University with her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy. Natalie gained experience working with AANE clients while she was in graduate school for her occupation-based practice, group leadership, and capstone project experience. In her free time, Natalie enjoys going on outdoor adventures with her dog and spending time with family. She is also a big Star Wars, Marvel, and Taylor Swift fan.

Leah is a licensed occupational therapist who has experience working with individuals of all different ages and areas of need. Leah obtained her Master’s in Occupational Therapy from Regis College, completing clinicals at a behavioral health hospital and in a school setting. After graduating, Leah began working at a behavioral health hospital in a children’s, adolescents’ and neurodevelopmental unit. Leah has also worked as a Real Life Skills Coach, working with autistic young adults. Leah has always had a passion for helping others feel fulfilled and confident in their everyday lives, which made her a natural fit with AANE. In her spare time, Leah enjoys traveling, watching and playing sports, and spending time with her loved ones and furry friends!

Paige is a licensed occupational therapist who earned her master’s degree from Boston University. She has worked for over ten years in inpatient rehabilitation at Spaulding Hospital, helping people with neurological injuries, and also has experience in home health, elementary school, and acute care occupational therapy. Paige has a passion for learning from others, creative problem-solving, and finding the fun in hard things. Outside of work, Paige enjoys digging in the garden, doing puzzles and embroidery, and talking trivia with her family.

Betsy is LifeNet’s inaugural Support Partner. Betsy has more than 20 years of professional experience supporting people with Autism and other developmental differences in school, work, community, and home-based settings. Betsy is pursuing a secondary career in feline behavior consulting. Betsy enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Brendan has been working in the field of special education and adult services in Massachusetts for the past six years. He has served in multiple roles during that time, including a personal care attendant (PCA), paraprofessional, classroom instructor, job coach, ABA behavioral technician, and vocational case manager. When he isn’t working, Brendan is pursuing a degree in human services and also enjoys playing golf and watching sports.

Julie has professional experience supporting adults with developmental differences in residential and community-based programs. She is trained in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and served as a program manager, group facilitator, and housing coordinator for a provider agency in southeastern Massachusetts. Julie earned a BS in psychology from Bridgewater State College, and in her spare time is a nature photographer who volunteers with several local conservation groups. She enjoys kayaking, hiking with her dog, spending time in nature, and creating art.

Sarah is a long-time community contributor, with over 10 years of gladly volunteering with organizations in their day-to-day operations and 7 years working professionally in her local community. She believes firmly that everyone deserves to live a life of their choosing that brings them fulfillment and joy. This passion for helping others led her to work at AANE, supporting neurodivergent individuals with their daily lives. In her free time, she enjoys reading, camping, playing video games, and spending time with her two dogs.

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LifeNet Support Partner

Nick joins AANE with years of experience at a few other human services non-profits. Nick is particularly passionate about mental health awareness and being able to get to know new individuals. In his free time, Nick enjoys concerts, being out in nature, traveling, dogs, photography, movies, and museums.

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