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.
Catalyst Therapy & Consulting PLLC
117 Cook Street #177 Barrington, IL 60010