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Meet the team of Early Intervention Specialists cover Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester Counties 



Emily Richburg

E. Richburg EI

Emily graduated from Charleston Southern University where she majored in Psychology and minored in both Family Communication and Christian Studies. She grew up as a big sister of four in Manning, SC, where she developed her care for children in her previous job as a Summer Youth and Children’s Worker at First Baptist Church in Manning. More recently, she has studied abroad in New Zealand during the Fall 2018 semester and became a Registered Behavior Technician with ESSC in Spring 2019. She feels called to pour into the lives of families. For her, being an Early Interventionist with ESSC will be an instrumental part of fulfilling that calling. In her free time, she loves new adventures whether big or small, reading, dancing, going to the beach, and spending time with loved ones.


Kelly Banerian

K. Banerian

Kelly is a College of Charleston graduate with a degree in Early Childhood Education. Kelly’s passion for working with children began at an early age. She has been taking care of children for most of her life. Kelly worked at her church after school program for four years while attending college. Following her college graduation, Kelly was hired as a second-grade teacher in the Berkeley County School District. She has twelve years of experience teaching in early childhood education classrooms. She loves helping children grow and reach their full potential. Kelly is very excited to join Easterseals and help families and children in our community! When she is not at work, Kelly enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, reading, drawing, and going to the beach.

Zakiya Sutton

Z. Sutton

Zakiya is from Beaufort, SC, and is married with one daughter. Zakiya earned a Bachelor of Science from the College of Charleston. She majored in Psychology and minored in Spanish. Zakiya's love for serving children and families started when she became an ABA Therapist for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in 2014. Zakiya was an ABA therapist or a Registered Behavior Technician for eight years before becoming a Spanish Teacher during the 2022-2023 school year in Berkeley County. She loves helping children grow and watching their progress. Zakiya is excited to join Easterseals and finds working with at-risk families and children in the community rewarding. Zakiya enjoys traveling, reading, dancing, being in nature, and going to the beach in her free time.


Lexi Olson

L. Olson

Lexi Olson joined the Easterseals family in July 2023. She graduated from Winthrop University in December 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies. She concentrated in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education, as well as minoring in Social Welfare. Lexi has always had a calling for educating the youth and is eager to begin her career as an Early Interventionist. Most of her previous jobs have included working with Kindergarteners-5th graders in her local school district. She previously worked at a Title 1 school where she was able to see the importance of early intervention as well as parent involvement. She hopes to bring engaging insight to future families she will work with. During her free time, Lexi loves to shop, craft, and hang out with her family and friends, as well as her husband.

Cindy Corbin

C. Corbin

A graduate of Keene State College with a degree in Psychology, I started my career helping children with mental health and emotional challenges in the classroom setting. I then served at the state level in child and family services, helping children and parents reunite in the foster care system. A later move to the early intervention department fostered a passion for helping young children. The ability to help families and little ones thrive in their natural environment and overcome obstacles in all environments to build a stronger foundation became my passion. I have been a part of the Charleston community for almost 7 years and in my free time, I enjoy reading, walking the beach and playing with my adorable dog Peaches.

Rebekah Bryant

R. Bryant

I’m a Charleston native and a graduate of Charleston Southern University with an emphasis in Psychology, Sociology and Communications. I’ve had a passion working with children since very early on. I’ve always known this is what I want to do. Recently I've worked in the school system with children who have Autism. I love watching children’s growth and progression during my time with them. I’m so excited and blessed to join Easterseals! In my free time, I love to spend time with my teenage daughter and enjoy time at the beach and pool during the summer.



Katherine Blanchard

K. Blanchard

Katherine was born and raised in Charleston, SC and earned her Bachelors degree in Sociology at Flagler College in Saint Augustine, FL. She spent a portion of her education focusing on early childhood development and autism studies. She has been working with children as early as 12 years old, and has recently been a professional nanny after getting her degree. She has a passion for making sure all children have an equal opportunity in life, and that every child should be given the resources needed to live, learn, and be a kid! She also loves to create sensory activities to encourage development. Katherine is an at home cake decorator/baker, and enjoys making flower arrangements, and loves all types of animals!


Marie Armoogam

Marie

Marie Armoogam is ecstatic to join Easterseals.  She is from Charleston and obtained an undergraduate degree in Counseling at Johnson University in Knoxville, TN.  She spent her senior year internship under a Elementary School Psychologist which ignited her desire to work with children in small groups or one on one setting.  Most recently, she worked in early education in the local school district which cultivated her understanding in the importance of a supportive role in a child’s life.  Marie shares a passion in working alongside families to encourage growth in each child.  For as long as she remembers she has connected to the heart of children and believes her mission is to advocate and work for children.  “Every child deserves someone who they know truly cares and wants the best for them and I am honored to assist in this way.”  Marie has a husband who works in Law Enforcement and 3 precious children of her own. She enjoys family walks/ bike rides in her neighborhood and serving in her church.



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