A Message From the Team

At the ERG, we believe every child has the potential to thrive—especially when they receive the right support at the right time. Our team has seen firsthand how powerful that scaffolding can be. Unfortunately, not every child has access to it. That’s why our mission is to bridge the gap—offering expert guidance, timely interventions, and compassionate care across both educational and medical domains. With the right support, a student’s path can shift dramatically. We’re honored to be that turning point in so many families’ journeys.

Management Team

Sumitha Ajith

Director of Operations

Tanya Diedrich

Office Manager

Allison Parker

Program Director

Dina Miller

Education Director

Medical Team

Aloys Kenyoru

Nurse Practitioner

Wiyatta Fahnbulleh

Psychologist

Alexandria Elefteratos

Psychology Associate

Grace Kolawole

Psychotherapist

Featured Coaches

Alexandria Jackson

Coach Lexi brings decades of experience working with students in various roles—from camp counselor to special education assistant—and has been with ERG for over two years. She enjoys personalizing lessons and integrating student interests to build confidence and engagement. Outside of coaching, Lexi is a mom who loves watercolor painting, gardening, and spending time with her dogs.

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Asim Golcuk

Coach Asim began his mentoring journey through a nonprofit community organization working with 7th graders and quickly discovered a passion for helping others reach their goals. At ERG, he supports students in setting meaningful goals and building the skills they need to achieve them—both academically and personally. Asim brings empathy, cultural perspective, and a warm, supportive presence to every session. Outside of coaching, he enjoys playing the piano and sharing his love of music with beginners.

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Gabriel Farmer

Coach Gabriel is a computer science student at UMBC with a strong background in STEM and academic tutoring. He supports students with SAT prep and enjoys helping others succeed. When he’s not coaching, Gabriel spends his time hiking, taking photos, playing video games, and volunteering in his community.

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Julie Taylor

Coach Julie is a seasoned educator with 27 years of experience, including curriculum development and teacher coaching in world languages. She brings energy, warmth, and a deep love of learning to every student interaction. When she’s not coaching, Julie loves traveling to Spanish-speaking countries, reading, cooking, and building community— in the classroom, coaching youth sports, and beyond.

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Megan Kelley

Coach Megan is a board-certified occupational therapy assistant who brings a neurodivergent perspective to her work, combining personal insight with professional training to support executive functioning and self-advocacy. She’s passionate about helping kids thrive both academically and emotionally. In her free time, Megan enjoys tabletop role-playing games, mythology, karaoke, and learning about queer history.

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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Founders

To the Perez Family:

At the heart of The ERG is a vision that began with you. Your unwavering commitment to expert care and quality service has shaped more than an organization—it has shaped brighter futures for countless students and families.
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Thank you for building a place where compassion meets dedication and expertise and where every learner is recognized not just for their challenges but for their potential. Your leadership inspires a culture of purpose, integrity, and innovation.
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Because of you, The ERG is more than a service provider. It’s a community. A source of support. And a catalyst for meaningful, lasting change—one student at a time.
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With heartfelt appreciation,
The ERG Team

After discovering the impact of cognitive training, Dr. Perez opened a learning center in 2008, which grew into the Educational Resource Group in 2011.