About Us

Shannon Casey, MS, EDS, LEP, PEERS Certified

Shannon Casey, MS, EdS, LEP, and a PEERS Certified provider, is the owner of Elite Children’s Services in Modesto, California. With 25 years of experience as a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP), Shannon has worked in various settings, including schools, regional centers, and private practice. She provides educational services to children, adolescents, college students, and young adults. Passionate about working with individuals with special needs, Shannon has dedicated her career to supporting those who require a voice and additional assistance. She uses the PEERS social skills curriculum to facilitate group and individual counseling sessions for preschoolers, teens, and young adults.

Shannon has worked with students who have experienced trauma and face challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), emotional disabilities, suicidal ideation, and academic or learning difficulties. She has provided social skills training and life skills development to support individuals with various developmental disabilities. Shannon offers individual and group counseling, along with consultation and training for parents and school staff. She has extensive experience working with students exhibiting challenging behaviors and is skilled in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

Shannon is deeply committed to supporting individuals facing medical challenges. She has pursued additional training to offer life coaching for those dealing with health issues. Having experienced several health conditions herself, as well as with her children, Shannon understands the difficulties, fears, and pain that come with such challenges. A favorite quote by Eckhart Tolle, “The primary cause of unhappiness is never the situation, but your thoughts about it. Be aware of the thoughts you are thinking.”

Our Vision

We recognize that people encounter academic, social, and behavioral challenges for various reasons. Our main objective is to provide outstanding services that identify solutions, inspire positive change, and empower individuals with empathy and care. We are committed to helping our clients achieve personal growth and success, ensuring they feel supported and understood every step of the way.