Jordan Peterson, MEd, MA, LCMHCA
Practice Manager
Educational Consultant & Advocate
Certified Administrator of ADOS-2
​Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate

​Jordan brings a distinctive perspective to her roles as a therapist, educator, consultant, and advocate. Holding a Master's degree in Special Education, a second Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, and a therapy license in the state of North Carolina, she not only possesses professional qualifications, but also a personal commitment to assisting families in navigating the intricate world of education. This commitment is underscored by her experience as a mother of a child with special needs, providing her with firsthand insight into the challenges families face when striving to secure the best possible educational opportunities for their children.

Jordan's advocacy, stemming from an early age, has seamlessly woven into both her profession and passion. Her profound understanding of the complexities within the education system is complemented by her personal experiences, making her a compassionate and knowledgeable guide for parents. Her dedication extends to staying abreast of current trends and regulations in special needs education, allowing her to offer invaluable insights to parents, educators, administrators, and decision-makers alike.

Throughout her career, Jordan has dedicated significant efforts to providing guidance to families and consulting with schools and educational programs. Her expertise shines through as she assists in navigating these complex situations, advocating for optimal outcomes for all involved parties.
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Qualifications
Jordan holds the designation of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, approved by the North Carolina Board. In 2014, she attained her initial Master’s degree in Special Education as well as her Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. Building on this foundation, she furthered her academic achievements by securing her second Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Lenoir Rhyne University in 2023.

With a versatile background, Jordan has extensive experience teaching in both exceptional children (EC) settings within schools and general education classrooms. Her tenure in education has provided her with valuable insights, having collaborated with various providers during her teaching career. This multifaceted experience has equipped her with the expertise to facilitate the success of neurodivergent children, ensuring they are well-positioned for achievement.

Background
For the past decade Jordan has dedicated her life to the field of education. Upon obtaining her MEd in Special Education in 2014, Jordan became licensed to teach ages Birth through Kindergarten, Grades 1 through 6, as well as Special Education. Teaching both General Education and Special Education, Jordan was able to see the imperative need for children and families to have an advocate. Jordan is a former foster parent and has worked closely with the Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services, and therapists of her foster children in order to gain more insight into how to most effectively help them.
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Specialization
Having a child with special needs of any kind can be overwhelming to navigate alone, and parents often feel unsure of appropriate next steps. You do not have to feel alone in this journey! Jordan’s speciality is in early intervention/early childhood and elementary school, as well as understanding and navigating special education laws for all ages. Jordan is also fully trained and certified in administering the ADOS-2, which is considered the "gold standard" assessment tool for Autism Spectrum Disorder. Jordan is proficient both the interpretation and writing of IEP’s and 504’s, as well as attending IEP and 504 meetings as an advocate for children and families.
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Personal Life
Previously from New York, Jordan has been in North Carolina since 2014. Jordan studied to be a teacher for the majority of her life but noticed that something was missing when she was not able to fully help her students and their families like she longed to within the parameters of her teaching career. Throughout her years as a teacher, Jordan and her husband were also foster parents and opened their home to several children who needed a temporary home. 

Between working with her students and advocating for her foster children, Jordan realized she needed to switch careers, and meet individuals exactly where they are. Now she is able to help students and parents from the outside looking in, and provide a direct insight into what is going to work best for you and your child.

When she's not at work, you can find Jordan spending quality time with her husband and 6 year old son. Growing up in the mountains, she loves spending time outdoors, reading books on her front porch and boating on the lake. She loves a good cup of coffee, binge-watching Gilmore Girls, discovering new music, and planning her next family trip to Disney World.
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