A Steady Hand for the
Educational Journey Ahead
Highly tailored, concierge-style support for young adults and caregivers navigating high school transitions, college systems, executive functioning challenges, and the decisions that shape the path ahead.
Support When the Path Gets Complicated
Educational journeys can bring joy, growth, and unexpected personal or academic challenges. That is where Haven Group comes in: helping students and caregivers navigate complex systems, identify support needs, and build the skills to move forward with steadier confidence.
Our StorySupport Across the Educational Journey
From high school planning to college navigation and executive function coaching, support is tailored around each student's needs and context.
High School
Academic guidance, transition planning, support-needs clarification, and trusted referrals as students prepare for college.
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Guidance through campus resources, self-advocacy, leaves of absence, return-to-school decisions, and life after graduation.
Learn moreExecutive Function Coaching
Compassionate coaching that builds the behind-the-scenes skills students need to reduce overwhelm and use their time well.
Learn morePractical Guidance in a Focused Format
Upcoming Haven webinars will offer clear, compassionate guidance for families navigating college transitions, executive function challenges, and the decisions that come with growing independence.
View Upcoming WebinarsMeet the People Behind the Support
Shannon Farrand-Bernardin
Founder & Director
Shannon helps students and caregivers navigate college systems, support needs, educational plans, and decisions about pauses from or returns to school.
Lisa Jaffe
Educational Consultant & Executive Function Coach
Lisa brings practical strategy and a warm, person-centered approach to executive function coaching and complex educational transitions.
The First Step Is a Conversation
Tell us where your student is in the journey. We will help you clarify support needs, think through the right resources, and decide on a thoughtful next step.
Start the Conversation