About Mira K. Cohen

As a neurodivergent young adult, I’ve been frustrated for a long time that there are so few evidence-based supports for people like me. So, I developed Be Your Best Coaching to address the unique challenges faced by many neurodivergent middle, high school, and college students. I started with Be Your Best Butterfly (BYBB) Coaching Groups to address the unique mental health, relationship, academic, and independent living challenges experienced by many tweens and teens with TS. And I’m excited to be expanding.

My Experience

  • Masters of Social Work, UConn School of Social Work

  • Bachelors in Social Work (minor in psychology), Simmons University

  • Certified yoga and mindfulness instructor through Breathe for Change, a program that teaches educators how to incorporate mindfulness and yoga in the classroom.

  • Life experience. Like many who are neurodivergent, I’ve participated in multiple camps, therapies, social skill groups, and educational opportunities over the years. This allows me to pass on what I’ve found to be the most helpful.

Important

I cannot provide therapy without clinical supervision at my full time job, because I am not a licensed clinical social worker (yet). I’m a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of Connecticut. All of my clients will be encouraged to seek professional mental health care if they indicate that their needs are beyond the scope of my current practice.

Meet the Team

  • McKenna Vincelette

    COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

    Diagnosed with ADHD at 18, McKenna struggled through high school. She decided to join BYB to help others have a better experience than she did. In her free time, she enjoys reading, watching Netflix, spending time with family and friends, and going to Disney World! You can contact her at mckennabybcoaching@gmail.com

  • Lauren Wall

    CONTENT CONSULTANT

    Lauren Wall is a third-year undergraduate neuroscience major at the University of California, Los Angeles. She is a co-coordinator of the Bruin Neurodiversity Collective, an academic and social support group for neurodivergent UCLA students. Her research interests include the neural circuitry of autism and ADHD. As a neurodivergent student herself, she is thrilled to work with BYB’s creative team!