Meet the Collective
Our trusted team partners with families, individuals, learners and professionals to deliver high-touch support across education, coaching, and wellness.

Founder + Educational Therapist
Emily Franks M.Ed
Emily holds a B.A. in Elementary Education from Elon University and an M.S. in Literacy and Reading from California State University, Fullerton. She also holds a Reading & Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential and has served as an Associate Educational Therapist with the Association of Educational Therapists.
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Marriage & Family Therapist / Educational Therapist
Alison Marie (Guydan)
Alison earned her B.A. in Psychology from University of California, Berkeley and an M.S. in Marriage & Family Therapy from University of Southern California. She is a licensed LMFT, an Associate Educational Therapist, and is certified in Life Purpose Coaching, REBT Mindset Coaching, and Self-Love Master Practitioner Coaching.
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Alison mostly meets with clients virtually via Zoom, providing flexible, personalized support to families and individuals across California and beyond.

Educational Therapist
Danielle Royer
Danielle holds a B.A. in Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences from University of Colorado Boulder and a Master’s in Curriculum & Instruction (Trauma-Informed Practices) from California State University, Los Angeles. She holds a Special Education Teaching Credential and is an Associate Educational Therapist with the AET.
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Tutor
Anissa Bush
Anissa earned a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts from California State University, Fullerton and an M.Ed with multiple subject teaching credentials from Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena, CA. She is currently teaching 4th grade and has experience tutoring elementary and middle school students.

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Join Our Team!
We’re always seeking passionate, skilled professionals who align with our boutique, integrative approach to education and wellness. Please reach out if you’re interested in collaborating with us.