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Samantha A Berens
Your Journey Begins Here .
I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and have more than 8 years of experience teaching children with a wide variety of needs. I currently provide support in an ASD- contained classroom, supporting students with diverse learning, communication, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. My professional experience, combined with my personal life experiences, has shaped the compassionate and individualized approach I bring to every family I work with.
Growing up with family members who were disabled and cognitively impaired inspired my passion for helping individuals both in and outside of the school setting achieve the best possible quality of life and education. I understand firsthand the importance of not only supporting the individual, but also empowering the family members and caregivers who walk alongside them every day.
This coaching approach helps clients build practical, real-world skills where they matter most. Support may focus on daily routines, organization, emotional regulation, communication, productivity, executive functioning, learning strategies, and confidence-building.
Sessions are hands-on, flexible, and designed around real-life situations such as homework time, workplace tasks, household responsibilities, social interactions, and independent living skills. For adults, coaching may also include support with time management, career goals, life transitions, and building greater independence.
Using evidence-informed techniques, my goal is not just short-term improvement, but helping individuals develop sustainable, lifelong tools for success and independence.
In addition to working directly with clients, I collaborate with parents, partners, and caregivers when appropriate, offering guidance, practical strategies, and encouragement to help create a supportive and consistent environment. I offer coaching services specifically for caregivers to help them navigate the daily challenges, stressors, and responsibilities they may face while supporting their loved ones.
I truly believe that when we work together, our loved ones win.
This whole-family approach empowers not only the individual, but the entire support system — ensuring progress continues beyond each session.
**Coming Soon: 6-Week Support Groups for Adults and Youth!**
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**Coming Soon: Local In-Home Summer Tutoring**
Limited spaces available.
Virtual appointments :USA
In person service area:
Hopkins, MI · Plainwell, MI · Byron Center, MI · Grandville, MI · Wayland, MI · Zeeland, MI · Portage, MI · Kalamazoo, MI · Otsego, MI · Dorr, MI / If you are located outside of our service area but are interested in in-person coaching please reach out we may be able to help.
Services
Virtual appointments
Accepts virtual appointments.
| 30 min new client consultation |
$25.00 30min |
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| 60 min Home Session |
$75.00 1h |
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| 60 min Virtual Session |
$75.00 1h |
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| Virtual Support Group 90min |
$150.00 1h 30min |
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| 30 min over the phone coaching |
$50.00 30min |
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| 60min Over the phone coaching |
$75.00 1h |
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| 60 min Out of home coaching |
$130.00 1h |
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| 6O min Advocacy/Support coaching |
$100.00 1h |
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| Youth Support Group |
$150.00 1h 30min |
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| 90 Min out of home coaching |
$200.00 1h 30min |
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| 30 min Virtual Coaching |
$50.00 30min |
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| 60 min Caregiver support session |
$100.00 1h |
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| 90 min Caregiver Support |
$150.00 1h 30min |
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| 60 min Summer Tutoring |
$100.00 1h |
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| 90 min Summer Tutoring |
$150.00 1h 30min |
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| Time Block |
$1.00 6h |
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SPECIALTIES
Parent Coaching, Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, AUHD
Phone number
+(1) (616) 377-8800
Operating hours
Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
***Hours will be changing as of July 1st***Saturday/Sunday appointments may be available upon request. Virtual appointments USA .In person service area Hopkins MI, Plainwell MI, Byron Center MI, Grandville MI, Wayland MI, Zeeland MI,Portage MI, Kalamazoo MI, Otsego MI, Dorr MI, If you are located outside of our service area but are interested in in-person coaching please reach out we may be able to help.