The Team
Meet the passionate team behind Igniting Your Mind, a group of experts dedicated to delivering quality, creativity, and care in everything we do.
Nicole Rouleau
Founder & CEO
Neuroscience-based Executive Function Certified Educator and Specialist, CAIP
Nicole provides executive function coaching for students of all ages and trains parents to become effective supporters of their children’s growth. Her work strengthens parent-child relationships while improving family life as a whole. In addition to coaching, she offers professional development, educational consulting, and advocacy services—particularly for students with learning differences in school settings.
With over 23 years of experience as a learning specialist, educator, and coach—and as a mother of three—Nicole brings both expertise and empathy to her work. She helps students develop essential skills like self-awareness, internal language, and emotional regulation in real-world environments, empowering them to face challenges with confidence.
Nicole also partners with schools to train educators, speak at public events, and raise awareness about the critical role executive function plays in academic and personal success. She consults with families preparing for school meetings and advocates for student needs as an executive function expert.
Nicole Furman
Executive Function, Math and Reading Specialist
Nicole has been an educator for nearly 30 years, supporting students from elementary school through college. She holds a B.S. from LaSalle University and an M.S. from Saint Joseph’s University, along with specialized training in executive functioning, ADHD, ASD, brain development, trauma-informed teaching, and anxiety.
As a certified Elementary Educator, Special Educator, and Reading Specialist (K–12), Nicole brings deep expertise and a passion for helping students who learn differently—especially in math and reading. Her holistic approach focuses on building strong relationships and tailoring strategies to meet each student’s physical, emotional, and cognitive needs.
Nicole believes students thrive when they feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow into their best selves. Outside of her work, she enjoys hiking, birding, and spending time with her husband, four children, and two dogs.
Karen Stephenson
Executive Function Life Coach
Karen Stephenson is a dedicated mother of six, a passionate educator, and a seasoned professional in the fields of psychology, public administration, and education policy. With advanced degrees in Clinical Psychology and Public Administration, Karen has spent her career working with youth, families, and communities, particularly through leadership programs and nonprofit management. Her experience in Special Education and as a Life Coach and Sound Therapist has made her a versatile advocate for holistic development.
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As a homeschooling mother of her two youngest boys, Karen has firsthand experience navigating different learning styles and neurodiversities, a journey that has deepened her understanding of executive function and education. She is committed to helping others reach their fullest potential, whether by supporting executive functioning skills or guiding individuals toward their personal life goals. Through her work, she remains passionate about empowering people to become the best versions of themselves.
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Karen Alexander
Executive Function Coach
Karen, certified in Occupational Therapy and Executive Function coaching, brings both professional expertise and personal experience to her work. As a mother of both a neurotypical and a neurodiverse son, she deeply understands the complexities of raising and educating children with learning differences. She acknowledges the overwhelming challenges, including confusion, frustration, and feelings of isolation, that families often face. The time spent searching for resources, support networks, and effective interventions can be exhausting, especially for working families with limited time.
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Over the past 10 years, Karen has devoted herself to researching and pursuing continuing education to better support the neurodiverse community. This passion led her to shift her career toward becoming a certified Executive Function coach. Her mission is to help high school and college students develop the executive function skills they need for success in both school and life. In addition, she provides valuable support to parents and families, helping to strengthen connections with their children and foster more peaceful and harmonious family dynamics.
Amy Brayley
Executive Function Specialist
Amy H. Brayley, M.Ed. Amy H. Brayley is an accomplished educator with over 30 years of experience in teaching, educational consulting, and curriculum development. Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master’s in Elementary Education, she has dedicated 15 years to teaching K-6 in public schools, building a foundation of expertise in childhood learning and development. In addition to her public school experience, Amy has been a homeschool educator for 12 years, guiding her three children through their unique learning journeys.
As a consultant and tutor for nearly two decades, Amy has supported learners from infancy through high school, with a specialized focus on dyslexia, executive function, IEP homeschooling, developmental awareness, and individualized learning styles. Amy is also an active advocate for arts education, directing the A.C.T. It Out Theater Group and leading youth in Shakespeare productions, enriching children’s growth through theater and performance arts.
Karen Alexander
Executive Function Coach
Vicki Rotker
Executive Function Coach, Educational Consultant, Professional Development Trainer
Vicki is an experienced educator and executive function coach who has supported hundreds of students in building the skills needed for academic and personal success. She created and taught Log On to Success, a course designed to help students understand their learning styles and strengthen executive functioning.
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As a certified teacher and Restorative Justice coach, Vicki works with students from middle school through college. She helps them identify their strengths, build motivation, and develop personalized learning strategies. Her approach blends structure and creativity, offering students the support and confidence they need to thrive.
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In her role as an educational consultant, Vicki collaborates with therapists, counselors, teachers, and parents to develop individualized support plans. She also trains parents to coach their children effectively at home.
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Vicki holds a B.A. in Elementary Education and Middle School Math from the University of Delaware and an M.Ed. in Technology for Education from Johns Hopkins University. Over her career, she has taught subjects ranging from Math and Algebra to Theater and Yearbook. Outside of work, Vicki enjoys yoga, beach time, long walks with friends, and being with her husband and three daughters.
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