Dr. Nicholas Hobbs, the architect of Re-ED philosophy that guides PEP, once wrote that young people have a “tremendous desire to learn and to do well.” At PEP, we take that sentiment to heart and build upon the existing strengths of children and families, helping them replace self-defeating beliefs and behaviors with resiliency, knowledge, communication skills and confidence.

PEP teacher-counselors develop trusting relationships with young people that help them heal, grow and ultimately thrive. PEP embraces an organizational mindset – The Sanctuary Model – that fosters therapeutic environments where supportive relationships can blossom. Also, as a Phase 1 certified NMT site through The ChildTrauma Academy, PEP is committed to understanding and overcoming the significant trauma and chronic stress experienced by many of the children we serve.

As one of Ohio’s largest non-profit agencies committed to children, PEP positively impacts the lives of more than 2,500 children and their families each year. Founded in 1971, PEP provides services in the following areas: Integrated Special Education & Mental Health; Early Childhood; Autism; Community Support; and Consultation & Training. PEP operates many programs including six PEP Day Treatment Centers, PEP Early Childhood Plus, PEP Assist and PEP Connections.

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Positive Education Program

Positive Education Program's headquarters in Cleveland, OH, United States

Diane Gatto Barrett

Leslie Wilton

The Education and Counseling Team at Positive Education Program (PEP) is dedicated to fostering the academic, emotional, and social growth of children through trusted relationships and tailored interventions. This multidisciplinary team—comprising teacher-counselors, special education specialists, and therapist associates—works collaboratively to provide integrated special education and mental health services, leveraging therapeutic frameworks like The Sanctuary Model and the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT). They support children in overcoming trauma and chronic stress, facilitating resilient, confident, and communicative young individuals.

Education and Counseling Team

This department focuses on coordinating and overseeing patient care services to ensure effective and efficient health management.

Care Management

This department focuses on delivering educational services and instructional support.

Education Department

This department oversees the processes and policies that drive the efficient functioning of the organization.

Operations Management

This department manages employee relations, recruitment, and retention strategies to support organizational growth.

Human Resources

This department focuses on providing therapeutic interventions and mental health support in various settings.

Positive Education Program

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Education and Counseling Team

Care Management

Education Department

Operations Management

Human Resources

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Positive Education Program

Org chart

Teams

Education and Counseling Team

Care Management

Education Department

Operations Management

Human Resources

Mental Health Services

Offices

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