Not So Scary
When life feels overwhelming, start here
Helping people thrive through understanding
At Not So Scary, we help children, families, and communities navigate learning, wellness, and life’s biggest transitions with confidence.
We believe…
Everyone deserves to feel understood.
Whether you’re navigating learning differences, emotional wellness, parenting, education, or life’s biggest transitions, we’re here to provide compassionate support, practical tools, and evidence-based guidance that helps make the journey feel a little less scary
Our Four Pillars
Learning
Empowering learners through individualized education, literacy support, and evidence-based strategies that build confidence and lifelong success.
Wellness
Supporting emotional wellness by helping people better understand themselves, build resilience, and navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
Empowerment
Providing parents, educators, and individuals with practical tools, knowledge, and support help others-and themselves-thrive.
Community
Creating meaningful connections through education, collaboration, speaking, and shared experiences that foster belonging and positive change.
Meet Jade
I created Not So Scary because I believe that learning, mental wellness, and life's biggest challenges shouldn't have to feel overwhelming. Whether I'm working with a student, supporting a family, collaborating with educators, or creating resources, my goal is always the same—to make the complex feel more understandable and help people move forward with confidence.
At Not So Scary, I believe that when we lead with understanding, growth follows.
A few things about me:
Licensed special education teacher
Autism Spectrum Disorder Specialist
Orton-Gillingham Certified Educator
Trauma-Informed Trained Teacher
Passionate about emotional wellness and lifelong learning
Champion for kids and adults
Believer that every person deserves to feel understood and go through life with confidence
