About Natalie

Hi there! I'm new to STL, I moved from Philly where I worked in autism research at UPenn, supporting projects with children diagnosed with autism. That experience deepened my passion for helping kids grow in a supportive, engaging environment. I have a B. S. in Psychology, am American Heart Association CPR certified, and have 8+ years of childcare experience. I became a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant and plan to apply to PhD programs in Clinical Psychology next December. In the meantime I am working full time at WashU medicine doing research on neurodegenerative diseases. I am hoping to pick up gigs when not working (especially weekends)! My schedule is usually M-F 9-5. I'm known for my patient, calm demeanor and creative approach that keeps activities fun while fostering development. I value open communication with parents and provide regular updates. If you're looking for someone reliable, compassionate, and passionate about child development, I'd love to connect!