Program Evaluation Consultation

Clear, collaborative support to simplify your evaluation and strengthen your impact.

At Catalyst Therapy and Consulting, I partner with organizations to make the evaluation process meaningful and stress-free. Whether you’re launching a new program or refining an existing one, I keep the process straightforward. We’ll focus on what works, what can be improved, and on highlighting your program’s value.

What I Offer

Strategic Planning

Clarify program goals and success indicators
Develop systems for communication, implementation and measurement

Grant & Proposal Support

Strengthen your application with data-driven evaluation sections
Align outcomes with funder priorities
Create measurable, compliant evaluation plans

Program Evaluation

Design customized evaluation frameworks and data collection tools
Mixed-methods data collection: surveys, focus groups, interviews, observations

Data Analysis & Reporting

Analyze participant- or program-level data
Create custom reports for internal use or external stakeholders
Provide formative and summative findings for continuous learning

Program Development & Improvement

Use data to refine programming and guide decision-making
Offer actionable, evidence-based recommendations

Ongoing Consultation

Responsive support via Zoom, phone, or email
Long-term or periodic partnerships for continuous improvement and success

Areas of Expertise

With over a decade of experience evaluating programs at the local, state, and federal level, I specialize in:

STEM education
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS/MTSS)
21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC)
Youth development and Out-of-School Time Programs

Why Work With Me?

I hold a Masters in Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis and a Master’s Degree in Educational Policy, Organization and Leadership from the University of Illinois. I have extensive experience in education including teaching undergraduate and graduate courses both locally and internationally. My clinical, research, and educational experiences drive me to demystify evaluation and make data easy to apply for real-world impact.

Let’s Simplify Your Evaluation & Strengthen Your Impact

Whether you need a one-time consultation or a long-term evaluation partner, I’ll help you strengthen your program and leave a lasting impact.

Reach out by email or phone to talk about how we can work together.

Catalyst Therapy & Consulting PLLC

117 Cook Street #177 Barrington, IL 60010