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Meet Dr. H

​Understanding changes everything.

For as long as I can remember, I've been fascinated by what makes each of us unique.

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Not just by behavior—but by the stories behind behavior.

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Why do two individuals approach the same challenge so differently?


Why does one person thrive in an environment where another struggles?


Why can someone be remarkably capable in one area and completely overwhelmed in another?


What strengths are hiding beneath anxiety, frustration, learning difficulties, or everyday struggles?


And perhaps most importantly, how can understanding ourselves change the way we move through the world?

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Those questions have shaped my career. For more than two decades, I've had the privilege of working with thousands of children, adolescents, adults, families, educators, and professionals. Every evaluation, consultation, and conversation has reinforced one simple truth:​

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Understanding changes everything.

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When we understand how someone thinks, processes information, and experiences the world, things begin to make more sense. Patterns that once seemed confusing become clearer. Strengths become easier to recognize. Challenges become easier to address. And with greater understanding often comes a very different way of seeing ourselves—and one another.

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That is why I love psychological assessment.

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Many think of testing as a way to identify problems or arrive at a diagnosis. I see it differently. Assessment is an opportunity to look at the whole picture—to discover strengths, answer difficult questions, make sense of patterns, and create a clearer path.

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None of us can be reduced to a test score or diagnosis. We each bring a unique combination of abilities, challenges, experiences, interests, and ways of thinking. My goal has always been to understand that whole picture—and to help others see it, too.

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Over the years, these experiences also inspired me to create The Control Tower Model™, a practical way of helping children and adults understand executive functioning, and Wagon Wheels and Ladders™, a framework for understanding different thinking styles. These ideas have grown into books, workshops, speaking engagements, and educational resources designed to make complex psychological concepts easier to understand and apply in everyday life.

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In addition to my clinical practice, I am an author, speaker, and educator who is passionate about translating research into practical strategies that parents, educators, therapists, and children can actually use. Whether I'm writing a children's book, speaking at a conference, leading a parent workshop, or completing a comprehensive evaluation, my goal is always the same: to help people see themselves and others through the lens of understanding rather than judgment.

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My professional journey has included work in business, marketing, ministry, therapy, and psychology. That diverse background has taught me that every person has a story worth hearing and strengths worth discovering. It also reminds me that growth is rarely linear. We all learn, adapt, and continue building our own Control Towers throughout life.

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Today, I continue to conduct comprehensive evaluations, consult with families and schools, write books, and speak to audiences across the country. It remains one of the greatest privileges of my life to help people of all ages better understand themselves—and to help those who love them do the same.

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Thank you for visiting. I hope you'll explore the books, blogs, and resources throughout this website. Whether you're a parent, educator, therapist, or fellow professional, I hope you'll leave with one simple idea: Understanding changes everything.

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Credentials & Professional Background

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