We could not be more grateful for our experience at Synapse Atelier. From the very first day, it…read morehas been clear that this is not just a childcare center, but a truly thoughtful, nurturing, and intentional learning environment rooted in the Reggio Emilia approach. What sets Synapse Atelier apart is the deep respect they have for each child as a capable, curious, and unique individual. The educators carefully observe, listen, and respond to the children's interests, allowing learning to unfold naturally through exploration, creativity, and hands-on experiences. Our son is constantly engaged in meaningful projects that encourage curiosity, problem-solving, and imagination rather than rote instruction. We have been especially impressed with how Synapse Atelier supports the development of executive function skills. Through play, collaboration, and guided reflection, our son has grown in his ability to focus, take turns, manage emotions, and persist through challenges. The teachers model patience and self-regulation beautifully, and these qualities are clearly reflected in the children. Equally remarkable has been his growth in social and verbal skills. The environment at Synapse Atelier fosters respectful communication, empathy, and teamwork, and we have seen him become more confident in expressing himself, sharing ideas, and interacting with peers. The educators create countless opportunities for conversation, storytelling, and cooperative play, which have significantly strengthened his language and social awareness. Above all, the warmth, care, and genuine dedication of the Synapse Atelier staff shine through every day. They truly know and love each child, and it shows in the joyful, secure, and vibrant atmosphere of the classroom. We feel incredibly fortunate to have found such a special place for our son and would wholeheartedly recommend Synapse Atelier to any family seeking a Reggio-inspired program that nurtures the whole child--intellectually, emotionally, socially, and creatively.

Both my daughters have been going to Synapse and are thriving. Due to the small size of the school,…read moreeach child is given an incredible amount of time and attention. They each get the chance to express themselves and their thoughts on different, interesting subjects on a daily basis. What has been very impressive to me is the respect and dignity with which the children are treated. They are all treated like individuals with valuable opinion in each subject. We also receive tons of pictures and videos daily which help us be more involved and aware of what the kids work on each day. We are fortunate to be able to have our kids thrive in such a loving and strong community.

I'm sorry it took me so long to write a review here! I was looking back over some of the…read moreinformation from our sessions to discuss with a friend just now, and was reminded how transformational this process with you was for my daughter and I. It has been about two years I think at this point, and I am still talking about what a helpful turning point your support was during a challenging time. My daughter and I have been through unbelievable and tragic/chaotic life circumstances at times since, and are still overall both doing really well and connecting in health ways - living our best lives in a weird world! I am technically an expert in all of this, and was still just struggling, so I cannot give enough positive and true feedback on this process with you. Thanks again for everything, and figured better late than never, lol!

Don't usually write a review, but I thought Cassidy was sooo helpful that I want to share…read more My wife and I did the 12 week program over Zoom and it's been a game-changer. The idea here is that parenting is more of a self-centric (and partner-centric) exercise; throughout the program, Cassidy was responsive, flexible and very empathetic. What it does is give you a framework for how to make decisions about parenting. It fills in knowledge gaps around what our kids need. The content from Jai Institute for Parenting is good, but honestly it's Cassidy that makes the whole thing worthwhile. If you're at the point where you're even exploring a "parenting coach" then working with Cassidy may be exactly what you're looking for.

I have had the privilege of working with Erica as a first time mom. She did a great job with…read morehelping to work through some of the concerns that I have had that were affecting the way that I dealt with my son. What I liked about Erica was her method of questioning rather than just telling me what she thought. She asked me what my thoughts were when I shared something with her, and she helped me explore what messages my actions might be unintentionally sending to my family. She helped me come to my own conclusions rather than feeding me information that didn't ring true to my situation. She suggested a few books that could help me work through my situation. I left our session feeling like I had the tools to start making the necessary changes. It was a pleasure meeting with her in her calm and aesthetically pleasing office. She was inviting and welcoming which put me completely at ease.

I highly recommend Erica Stephenson. I took her class Presence in Parenting and learned so much…read more I found Erica to be educated, caring and the way she conveyed information was extremely helpful. In my opinion one of the best attribute about Erica is she does not tell you how you should parent or handle a situation. She identifies your parenting style and needs and presents options to you. In addition, I had a one on one consultation regarding choosing the best type of preschool for my son. Erica explained various philosophies and other key features when looking at schools. Her information has been invaluable during my preschool search.

This is the best local all stop everything baby shop! Not…read moreonly do they have all the best baby gear, but super knowledgeable and friendly staff. They have Classes, Mommy and me, it's a literal find you village type of place. Free mommy mixers, awesome deals, baby friendly store, they even rent hospital grade pumps and sooooo much more! If you or someone you love is expecting this is the place you need to explore for real support. I wish there were more locations and I can't say enough good things!

Victoria was AMAZING for prenatal yoga!! The store is so lovely, full of so many goodies and I…read moreabsolutely loved the yoga room! Everything was clean, relaxing, and Victoria was so attentive to me and my pregnancy needs throughout the session. I can't wait to go back!!

This is a special place. Irreplaceable. Our child started in the toddler program where we attended…read morewith her. We enjoyed the experience and bonded with her peer parents and the teachers. We were hooked. The operator, Patricia, created a beautiful environment that feels both intimate and aspirational. The staff is immersed in the Reggio Emilia pedagogy, which makes the school feels less "schooled" and not like a daycare where they're just "watching" children. Every space presents an opportunity for learning, engagement and growth. Every teacher engages with your child. There are no "worksheets." The children learn through projects and individual study. We loved the annual camping trips and nature hikes. Over time, the school and families became a safe haven for our family, changing our perspectives of what a school should be. It should be an extension of community. I can't say enough about how amazing this place is. I literally can't find anything that compares.

Our child has continued on the Branches journey, first at summer camp, and now in the preschool…read moreprogram. This school, the administration and teachers are truly the best and we feel so grateful to be here. Additionally, the parent community is absolutely fantastic. Highly recommend.

This place is so so great. My child does pre preschool there and is just absolutely thriving, comes…read morehome singing the songs the teacher sings and talks about it all the time. It's such a thoughtfully put together program - a different theme every week, story time, free play in the big sensory gym, messy play, arts and crafts and snack time with friends. It's also been really special as a parent to be able to join the kiddo in school instead of just dropping off. There are other kids there that go with nannies and they also seem to do really well. It's great that the kids can go explore and play but then check in with a trusted caregiver here and there when they are feeling the need for closeness too. And it's so fun to get to be silly alongside the kiddos there. We've also done some of the other standalone classes like messy play and little movers and those are basically shorter versions of the pre preschool and are great. We'll definitely keep doing those too until we age out. :-p After mommy and me I had no idea what to do when the kids graduated and were 1. This program has been so wonderful for us as it provides my child with some structure and plenty of time to play. I couldn't say nicer things about the teacher Danielle. She goes above and beyond and is just great and the staff is so so nice. Highly recommend!

Play 2 Progress is a fantastic and nurturing environment for kids, particularly ones on the…read moreneurodivergent spectrum. Our almost 4 yr old son (recently diagnosed with ASD) attended Play 2 Progress' summer camp program for two weeks and had an AWESOME time. While it took him a moment to adjust to his new environment, with a lot of tears and resistance the first 2 days, Allie and her team (including Natalie and Kaitlyn and Esme) showed tremendous patience, flexibility, and willingness to come up with creative solutions (like creating a visual schedule of activities and adding a one on one counselor to give our son extra attention), all of which helped him feel very comfortable and welcome. As parents, we had a lot of worry and anxiety at first, but those fears evaporated by the 3rd day when our son jumped out of the car and ran into the playroom with a backwards looking "Bye Mom!" THANK YOU again for making our son's first camp experience so great.

I absolutely loved working with Michelle. She will transform your experience of parenting…read more She's humble, fun, approachable, and really just a joy to work with. I found myself really looking forward to our weekly sessions. Since completing our sessions with Michelle, I've recommended her to several friends and will continue to recommend her to everyone I know with kids. It's crazy that we train for our jobs but not to be parents. I really cherish the education that Michelle gave us - and more importantly I am grateful to have a friend and ally in the crazy experience of parenting. Investing in time with Michelle will be one of the most important investments you make as a parent. After 20 minutes with Michelle you'll know exactly what I'm talking about.

Michelle is phenomenal. Among a million other great qualities, she's compassionate, knowledgeable…read moreand a wonderful teacher. I am so grateful to have stumbled across her page when I was looking for parenting help and resources. She was instrumental in helping us function as a joyful, fun family again!

My mommy and me experience was absolutely amazing! Jasmine lead our sessions and she is such a…read morewelcoming, loving, and knowledgeable person. She would teach us all the fun mommy and me songs and each week would go over a specific topic. I loved how reassuring she was and would provide us evidence-based recommendations along with her own experiences as a mom. I absolutely enjoyed going to our sessions every Friday and was sad when I had to go back to work. My group still have our text groups and keep each other updated and have occasionally gotten together. Overall, I highly recommend The Wright Mommy and Me classes especially for new moms. It really helped me navigate through the rollercoaster of postpartum and will forever cherish the memories and support.

The Wright Mommy and Me program has been one of the best parts of my early motherhood journey. I…read morejoined with my son Levi, and every week felt like a breath of fresh air. The curriculum is thoughtful, supportive, and genuinely helpful for first-time moms navigating all the big (and small!) questions. What truly makes the experience special is Caren. She is warm, knowledgeable, and creates a space where every mom feels seen, supported, and encouraged. I always left class feeling more confident and connected. If you're a new parent looking for community, guidance, and a place where you and your baby can grow together, I can't recommend Wright Mommy and Me and Caren enough. It's truly a gift during those early months.