As a warm, curious, and empathetic self-proclaimed nerd, I have a deep passion for reading, learning, and understanding why things happen and what motivates people. I’ve harnessed my love for knowledge, inquisitive nature, and resourcefulness to answer these questions and create a foundation for my healing, growth, and resilience.

At the core of my values are deep compassion for those who are suffering and a strong belief in giving back to society. I’ve been on a mission to understand why some individuals effortlessly succeed while others struggle.

Driven by my innate desire to help others, I dedicated nearly two decades to supporting individuals in their personal and professional development. However, my daughter’s cancer diagnosis, a pivotal moment, made me reassess how to make a more profound impact by dedicating my life to helping others. Witnessing my children’s differences in development, learning, and functioning sparked an insatiable curiosity to understand these complexities and uncover the mysteries of their brains.

I delved into executive function skills, self-regulation, psychology, and neuroscience to acquire the knowledge to support my children and others. I supplemented this with research on pediatric cancer side effects, trauma, ADHD, learning disabilities, and the science behind effective learning strategies.

Now, equipped with a wealth of knowledge and an unwavering commitment to empowering others, I am here to help you find tailored solutions that meet your unique needs. My clients are inherently resourceful, whole, and capable of change. They, too, are curious to uncover the mysteries of their brains to optimize their performance. Guided by empathy, calmness, respect, and kindness, I approach every client relationship with a dedication to growth and success.

You are in the right place if you have a neurodivergent brain (ADHD, NVLD, Learning Disabilities, etc.) and/or are a pediatric cancer survivor looking to unlock your full potential, overcome challenges, and achieve personal and/or professional growth.

I empower my clients to preserve and restore their energy, optimizing their brains for healing and productivity. 

Whether you seek to enhance your self-regulation while alleviating symptoms associated with stress, anxiety, and depression, strengthen your executive function skills, or cultivate personal growth, I am ready to support you at every step.

Media

Please check out the following articles where Joy Gandell has been featured or quoted.

• The Second Act Project
• NY Metro Parents
• My Tutor Source
• Authority Magazine
• Authority Magazine
• CADDAC
• UpJourney