Nicole Beurkens, M.Ed.
Director, RDI® Certified Consultant
In 2003 I founded Horizons, along with my incredibly supportive husband, with the intent of offering summer programs for area children on the autism spectrum. Over the past four and a half years that small summer program in the renovated basement of our home has grown into a 6,000 square foot facility where we provide year-round services and supports to families around the world. We have been continually blessed with talented staff members and amazing families who provide us the opportunity to walk with them on their journey.When I’m not working I enjoy spending time with my husband Bill and our four children. We have three sons and a daughter who range in age from 17 months to 8 years.… »
Erin Roon, MA CCC-SLP
RDI® Certified Consultant and Speech Language Pathologist
Autism became a passion of mine approximately 7 years ago and I have been learning ever since. I can’t believe how lucky I was to have Nicole introduce me to RDI®. The improvements and relationships that we see develop on a daily basis is worth every moment that is spent planning and working with each family. In all of my years of working with children on the autism spectrum I have not seen anything that makes this kind of impact for the children and families as RDI® does. … »
Michelle VanderHeide, BSW
RDI® Certified Consultant
RDI® has been the most wonderful, rewarding, and challenging job I have ever had. It has sparked a passion in me to see families come out of crisis and begin enjoying a changed relationship with their child. The families with whom I work are wonderful and all add a unique touch to my job, which I appreciate! The same is true of my co-workers who make coming to work so enjoyable. We all love working together and learn so much from each other on a daily basis. If you haven’t already considered Horizons as your home for treatment, I encourage you to do so. … »
Courtney Kowalczyk, M.Ed.
Supervisor of Instruction and RDI® Consultant-in-Training
During my years in the public school system I came across many different program options for children and families with special needs; however, when I was introduced to the RDI® Program in 2006, it became more and more clear to me the impact that this program could have on children and adults with autism and their families. I decided to begin my RDI® Program Consultant Training in January of 2007 and have thoroughly enjoyed it every step of the way. RDI® has made such a tremendous impact on myself and the families I work with. I have been very blessed to have such a wonderful and supportive husband who has supported my desires to help families affected by autism and other neurological impairments. … »
