Kate O’Connor, BS
Director of Coaching Services
Kate joins the team of Connections Coaches after working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for children and young adults with developmental disabilities. Kate has worked among various community-based, in-home, and clinical settings. She has experience with individuals across the lifespan, focusing on vocational skills, life skills, and academics.
She graduated from Springfield College with a Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation and Disability Studies, concentrating in children’s developmental services. Kate values a holistic manner to care and applies a strength—based approach centered around the individual.
Kate cares deeply about self-advocacy and community inclusion. She finds joy in making meaningful connections and watching clients grow in development. Kate is goal-oriented and enjoys celebrating the “small” victories, however “small” they may be! In her free time, you can find her on Block Island, hiking with her dog, crafting, and enjoying meals with friends and family.
— Team —
- Alex Klein, Executive Director
- Brittany Parker, Executive Director
- Jessica Bessette, Clinical Director
- Janice Lynch, Business Assistant
- Tanya Adler, Therapist
- Victoria Vaillancourt, Therapist
- Kate O’Connor, Director of Coaching Services
- Linden Padien, Connections Coach
- Stew Leckey, Connections Coach
- Sophia Salgar, Connections Coach
- Grace Kuck, Clinical Intern
- Grace Hartmann, Clinical Intern
- Maeve O’Brien, Clinical Intern
- Contact
1.203.453.2999
