Shannon McNamara
I’m Shannon McNamara. I have spent my 20-year career as a clinical social worker working with children and families to understand, support, and connect with one another. I love seeing kids find what makes them curious, and parents seeing what sparks their kids.
My Story
I founded Curious Kids Educational and Wellness with a clear mission: to support families in building strong connections and discovering their own wisdom in learning together.
Growing up with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, I understand what it’s like to feel misunderstood. These learning differences shaped my ability to see challenges as opportunities for problem-solving, deepened my understanding of concepts, and fueled my passion for advocacy.
With a master’s degree in clinical social work from Simmons University, I’ve worked in schools, hospitals, and community mental health settings, gaining deep empathy for parents as they navigate the complexities of their children’s emotional and mental well-being. This journey inspired me to support families holistically.
My goal is to help children build confidence, develop curiosity, and believe in their abilities, while guiding parents to see their children through a new lens, free of limitations. Together, we create a stronger family unit, adjusting the map rather than lowering expectations.
At Curious Kids, we focus on neuropsychological review and support, emphasizing therapeutic care, mental health, and family wellness to ensure every child’s spirit is fully seen and supported.
Our Approach
At Confident Kids Educational And Wellness we believe that kids are perfect just as they are. They know what they need but sometimes have difficulty finding the resources to achieve those goals…
We begin with the belief that each child is the expert on who they are and build from there. By empowering children to take charge of their learning and social development, and equipping them to embrace their unique strengths, we help them grow in confidence, face challenges, advocate for themselves and others, and pursue what sparks their curiosity.
We also believe that parents play a crucial role in shaping their child’s self-perception and abilities. Success is built on the support and guidance of an engaged adult. That’s why we offer Connective Parenting coaching, support, and education for parents who want to actively contribute to their child’s growth and development.
Our commitment is to the whole family, recognizing that families function as a team, working together to nurture well-being, joy, and lasting harmony for everyone involved.
