Postsecondary Disability Specialist ADD & Life Coach
Dr. Parker specializes in working with high school and college students with learning disorders, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and coaches adults with and without disabilities in many types of professional/life circumstances.
He helps students develop more effective learning and organizational strategies. He collaborates with students and families to find a “good fit” college environment. He coaches teens and adults to develop more productive and thriving lives.
He also conducts Career Assessments that can be particularly helpful for college-bound students, college students seeking career clarity, and adults in career transition.
Services I Offer
– Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
– Strategy Instruction
– ADD/Life Coaching
– College/Testing Accommodations Intake
– Career Assessments
Schedule an Appointment
(317) 575-9111
Education
- PhD, Special Education with a focus on postsecondary students, University of Connecticut
Experience
- Taught high school Special Education
- Led Disability Services offices at UNC-Chapel Hill, the University of Connecticut, and Washington University in St. Louis
- Has published numerous research studies and written several books about college students with executive functioning issues, self-determination, and resilience and grit
- Conducted training on postsecondary programming for students with disabilities in Italy, Austria, Kuwait and Japan
- Active presenter at state and national conferences
Personal
- Dr. Parker enjoys traveling, independent films, exploring new restaurants, collecting artwork and working in his yard/gardens
