Hi, I’m Aimee…

I could spend this space telling you all about my background, degrees, and professional experience supporting children and families (and yes, there’s plenty of that!). But when you’re looking for someone to help you understand your child, credentials only go so far. What really matters is that you feel seen, understood, and supported. Parenting, especially when your child’s development or behavior feels different from what you expected, is deeply personal. It’s vulnerable. You deserve guidance from someone who gets it, not someone who just hands you a checklist and sends you on your way.

So, let’s do this a little differently. First, a little about me, the person behind The Nurtured Tree. Then, a little about you, the parent who’s trying to understand the best way to help their child (and wondering if you are doing all you can). And finally, a quick overview of my experience, in case you do want the details.

About Me

I’m a parent, just like you, and I’ve had my fair share of late-night worries, second guesses, and “is this normal?” moments. I’ve walked the path of wondering if my child is just taking their time or if something more is going on. I’ve sat in those appointments, met disappointed faces from preschool teachers, read the articles, and carried the weight of wanting to do the right thing, even when I wasn’t sure what that was. Those experiences changed how I show up for families today. Professionally, I’ve spent years supporting parents and young children through the early years, the messy, beautiful, and often confusing stages of development. Personally, I’ve learned that every child and every parent deserves to feel understood, not judged.

At The Nurtured Tree, I combine developmental expertise with a compassionate, down-to-earth approach. I believe that behavior is communication, that play is powerful, and that lasting growth starts with connection. I bring warmth, honesty, and practicality to every session, because parents don’t need more advice that makes them feel like they’re failing. They need understanding, clarity, and tools that actually work for their child and their family.

About You

You’re doing your best, but it doesn’t always feel like enough. You’ve read the books, followed the tips, consulted the parenting Facebook groups, and maybe even been told to “just wait and see.”, but your gut tells you that something more is happening. You just want answers and support that feels grounded, not overwhelming. You might be here because:

• Your toddler’s meltdowns feel bigger, louder, or longer than other kids’

• You’re worried your child isn’t talking, playing, or connecting the way you expected

• You’ve heard words like sensory, autism, or delay and don’t know where to start

• You want to feel calmer and more confident navigating daily challenges

• You’re tired of wondering if you’re doing it “right”

• You don’t want someone to tell you how to parent. You want someone to help you understand your child and bring peace back into your home.

*If that sounds familiar, you’re exactly where you’re meant to be.

When You Work with Me

You’ll get support that’s gentle, practical, and real. Together, we’ll look beneath the surface of behavior to understand the why, and I’ll help you find strategies that actually fit your child’s needs and your family’s rhythm. We’ll work together to help your child thrive, and help you feel grounded, capable, and connected again. Will it all be easy? Of course not. Parenting rarely is, but it will start to make sense again. And through it all, you’ll have someone in your corner who gets it and gets you.

My Background (The Quick Version)

• Founder of The Nurtured Tree, a child development consulting and parent coaching private practice serving families in Galveston County, TX and beyond

• A degree in Psychology + Child & Family Studies from Baylor University

• A masters in Human Development & Early Childhood Disorders from The University of Texas at Dallas

• 28 years experience in early childhood development, autism support, sensory integration, and behavior coaching

• Years of working on a team with Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Behavior Specialists, Nutritionists, Social Workers, and Child Psychologists

• Specializing in helping parents of toddlers and preschoolers understand developmental milestones, manage challenging behaviors, and make sense of their child’s unique needs

• Offering both in-home and virtual support options

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Your child doesn’t need to be “fixed.” You both just need the right kind of support, the kind that grows with you.