Dr. Rebecca Jackson
Chief Programs Officer, Brain Balance, author of the new book “Back on Track: A Practical Guide to Help Kids of All Ages Thrive"
Dr. Rebecca Jackson comes to the role of Chief Programs Officer as an industry authority on the topics of development, cognition, and brain health. She holds a board certification as a cognitive specialist and has published peer-reviewed research on attention, emotional well-being, cognition, and development. Dr. Jackson is the author of the new book “Back on Track: A Practical Guide to Help Kids of All Ages Thrive.” She has been interviewed on the Doctors Show, NBC Nightly News, and news outlets nationwide and has been featured in Good Housekeeping, Forbes, and Business Insider. She has over 15 years of experience at Brain Balance working with both kids and adults. Her depth of knowledge and passion comes from a strong foundation of education, research, and years of experience in driving change in the brain that translates to improvements throughout life. Dr. Jackson has published research on the topics of improving cognition, development, and well-being, and is a frequent media expert guest. Prior to joining the Brain Balance corporate team, Dr. Jackson served as the Executive Director of three Brain Balance centers, personally overseeing more than 1,000 students' progress through the Brain Balance program. Dr. Jackson graduated from Life University as a Doctor of Chiropractic in 2001 and holds additional certifications as a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist and as a MindSet Safety Management Behavioral Trainer. She is passionate about creating and delivering programs that increase awareness, understanding, and change in the lives of kids and adults seeking to improve their lives.
Teresa Kaelin, MSOTR/L
Occupational Therapist, Professor, and Executive Director of Brain Balance in Lincoln, NE
Teresa has a Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Minnesota. She also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Disorders from St. Cloud State University. She worked over 15 years in private practice and public schools as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist. She also worked as a Speech Therapist in Early Childhood Special Education while she was in graduate school. She specializes in sensory processing, handwriting interventions, and executive functioning. Teresa wanted to bring Brain Balance to Nebraska to help children who struggle with ADHD, sensory processing, social skills, and behavior. Teresa has a passion for helping kids and their families who struggle with neurodevelopmental issues. Teresa believes the Brain Balance Program changes the future for the children that come through the program, as well as, creates more positive and healthy family relationships.