Gail Curran (AZ) (RI) works with families seeking the best-matched options for their children, whether traditional boarding, a school for special learning needs, therapeutic programs of all kinds, and programs for young adults. With extensive experience in educational and clinical settings, we help families find the most appropriate settings for the best and most sustainable outcome.

Gail specializes in finding the best options for children, struggling teens, and young adults across the United States of America. As part of her assessment process, she travels extensively to evaluate boarding and therapeutic boarding schools, struggling teen programs, young adult programs, and other treatment facilities throughout the United States.

Gail has a Master’s Degree in Human Development and Family Studies. She wrote her thesis on attachment disorders in children who experience trauma, loss, and separation from biological caregivers. Gail also holds an MBA in Organizational Leadership. Her colleagues and the families she works with describe her as passionate, committed, and determined to help families.

As a Certified Educational Planner with the Association of Independent Educational Planner, it is the highest standard of educational leadership.

Areas of Consulting Expertise

Therapeutic Advising

Learning Differences​/​Neurodiversity

Additional Areas of Advising

Executive Function SupportLGBTQ+ StudentsMental Health/Anxiety ConcernsSubstance Use/Recovery Support

Education & Training

Bachelor's Degree & Institution

BS University of Rhode Island

Master's Degree & Institution

MS University of Rhode Island MBA Johnson & Wales University

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Company
Optimal Edu Options

Primary Phone
(602) 904-1282

Location

  • Wyoming, Rhode Island 02898-1014
    United States

Location of Client Meetings
Both in person and online

Ethnicity of Consultant
White or Caucasian

Gender
Female