About Aspire
Aspire specializes in helping children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum achieve success.
Meet the Aspire Clinical Team
Scott McLeod, PhD
Executive Director, Aspire
Instructor in Psychology, Harvard Medical School
Scott McLeod has been on staff at Massachusetts General Hospital since 1990. He became Aspire’s executive director in 2003 after acting as associate director for ten years. Scott is a clinical instructor in psychology at Harvard Medical School. He has been a staff psychologist at MGH and continues to offer therapy part-time at the Lurie Center for Autism. In his work at Aspire, Scott consults in many public and private schools about supporting social and academic success.
Scott received his doctorate in clinical psychology from Boston University. His clinical interests include the development of effective interventions for persons with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). He is a former longtime member of the board of directors of the Asperger's Association of New England (AANE). He is also the co-author of a book on ASD: Take Charge of Treatment for Your Child with Asperger's (ASD): Create a Personalized Guide to Success for Home, School, and the Community. Scott strongly believes that supporting individuals in groups, schools and at work accelerates personal growth.
Clinical staff are listed in alphabetical order.
Sarah Boland, PhD
Clinical Postdoctoral Fellow
As a postdoctoral fellow at the Lurie Center for Autism, Sarah serves as therapeutic support for Aspire group programming. Sarah will also serve as therapeutic support for camp-goers summer 2026. Prior to joining the Lurie Center, Sarah helped to facilitate recreational programming, didactics, and outreach with autistic individuals across the lifespan and their families. She supported autistic patients through therapy/assessment and helped connect families and autistic adults with resources/services. She participated in the Utah Regional Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program for two years and had the opportunity to co-facilitate a neurodiversity support group for college-aged students. Additionally, she helped to facilitate and develop outreach about romantic relationships and peer connections for WSU ROAR, a post-secondary program for students with IDD.
Sarah earned her bachelor's degree in psychology at Colby College in 2017. After graduating, she worked for two years as a postbaccalaureate fellow at the Yale Child Study Center conducting autism-related research and co-organizing recreational activities with CASY Sparks. As a doctoral student at Washington State University and psychology intern at Kaiser Los Angeles Medical Center, she served as a clinician for individuals with and without neurodevelopmental differences. She is passionate about serving the transition-age population and understanding how contextual/caregiver factors impact informant reporting discrepancy of youth internalizing symptoms.
Kellsey Donovan, M.S., CAGS
Associate Manager, Teen and Adult Services
Kellsey Donovan has been a part of Aspire’s teen and adult programming since 2013. As associate manager of teen and adult services, Kellsey develops curricula and leads social groups related to gaming, cooking, community-based activities, and more. She also provides individualized college and relationship coaching services throughout the year. During the summer, Kellsey manages the transitions program, which offers supportive work experiences to participants. Additionally, she has extensive experience in the public school system, where she previously worked as a school psychologist. Within that role, she worked in a special education program designed for students with social and emotional learning needs. She completed comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations for special education eligibility, implemented social-emotional learning curricula, and conducted school-based counseling with students.
Kellsey received her bachelor’s degree in psychology and Spanish from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She completed her master’s and certificate of advanced graduate study in school psychology at Northeastern University. She is passionate about neurodiversity, executive functioning, and social-emotional learning.
Jillian Dyment, MEd, CAGS
Manager, Group Programming
Jill Dyment oversees year-round group programming for children, teens and adults. This includes social groups, special events and Aspire’s summer adventure camp. She provides school consultation and professional development for educators, administrators, and clinicians across all grade levels. Jill comes to Aspire with specific expertise in public school special education, first as a special educator and then as a team facilitator for special education programming in a K-8 school. Early in her career, Jill became a resource to her district in implementing inclusion practices for students with ASD and other neurodivergent profiles. As a team facilitator, Jill developed school wide practices, transition supports, staff development and professional partnerships that enriched the education of neurodiverse students and their families.
Jill received her certificate of advanced graduate studies in educational leadership from Simmons College, completed her master’s degree in special education at Simmons College and completed her bachelor’s degree in elementary and special education at Providence College.
Maddy Goskoski, MPH
Associate Manager, Teen and Adult Services
As Associate Manager of Teen and Adult programming at Aspire, Maddy develops and implements curriculum for social groups covering a range of skills, interest-based activities and community initiatives. In addition, during the summer, Maddy manages the Explorations Program which provides teens and young adults with an opportunity to learn practical life skills while participating in supported recreational and social activities out in the community. Prior to joining Aspire, Maddy worked at a Boston-based hospital system where she supported Autistic patients and helped their families connect with Autism-specific resources and services. In addition, Maddy helped neurodivergent youth navigate the special education system, including the transition process, and develop self-advocacy skills. Maddy has experience supporting disabled children and teens in school settings and at the Massachusetts state-level.
Maddy received her Bachelors of Science from Merrimack College in Health Science and received her Masters of Public Health at Boston University with a dual functional certificate in Program Management and Community Assessment, Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation (CAPDIE). She is passionate about integrating public health approaches with advocacy to foster more equitable and inclusive communities.
Molly Jagoda, MS, BCBA
Associate Manager, Child Services
Molly Jagoda has been leading social and activity groups at Aspire since 2015. As associate manager, she develops curricula and leads weekly social groups for children ages 5 to 9. Molly’s groups encourage participants to connect around shared interests, such as LEGO, science, and art, while learning and practicing stress-management skills through mindfulness and storytelling. Molly also serves as co-camp director for Aspire’s summer adventure camp and adventure camp junior.
Molly holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Muhlenberg College and has been a certified Kripalu yoga instructor for over 10 years. She received her master’s degree in applied behavior analysis and autism studies in 2020 from the University of Massachusetts - Lowell. She completed her master’s practicum project by supporting autistic children to initiate and sustain board-game play with peers. She prides herself on a strengths-based approach to special-needs childcare and believes in empowering Aspire participants to be themselves.
Julielle Kahn, PsyD
Clinical Postdoctoral Fellow
Julielle Kahn joined the Lurie Center for Autism at Massachusetts General Hospital in 2025 as a clinical postdoctoral fellow. At Aspire, she co-leads weekly social groups that support children in developing social communication, emotional regulation, and self-expression skills. She will continue her work with Aspire’s summer camp in 2026. Julielle brings experience from school-based, outpatient, and residential settings, where she provided evidence-based care to neurodiverse youth and individuals with complex needs. Her clinical background includes training in CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and neuropsychological assessment.
Julielle earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from William James College, where she also received a master’s degree in professional psychology, with a concentration in Children and Families of Adversity and Resilience and an area of emphasis in African and Caribbean Mental Health. She completed her undergraduate studies in psychology at Boston University, with a minor in special education. Her clinical interests include autism spectrum disorder and social-emotional development. Julielle is passionate about creating inclusive, strengths-based environments that empower children and families to thrive.
Taylor Levesque, MA
Associate Manager, Child Services
Taylor Levesque (she/her) develops curricula and leads weekly social groups for children and young teens, ages 10 to 13, during the academic year, including cooking group, group gaming, and engineering. Come summer, Taylor serves as co-camp director for Aspire’s summer adventure camp and adventure camp junior where she trains and mentors staff while supporting camper needs on-site and communicating with families. She takes special pride in sharing the Aspire summer camp model with others and presents regularly at local conferences and college classrooms. Prior to working at Aspire, Taylor developed and implemented a social skills curriculum for transition-age youth with neurodevelopmental disabilities and participated in the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) fellowship program at Boston Children’s Hospital.
Taylor received her undergraduate degrees in child development and psychology and her Master of Arts in child study and human development from Tufts University. Taylor’s passion lies in building strong, therapeutic relationships with participants and leveraging those connections to create inclusive, skill-building communities.
Jack Lewis, MEd
Associate Manager, Employment Services
Jack Lewis has been working at Aspire since 2021. He manages the Aspire works internship program and works directly with neurodiverse adults seeking to develop their job skills through short-term work experience. As a career coach, Jack provides thoughtful support and individualized strategies in helping adults to achieve their professional goals.
Jack completed his master’s degree in special education for moderate disabilities from Lesley University and his undergraduate degree in recreation management from Springfield College. Before working at Aspire, Jack worked with individuals on the autism spectrum at Weston high school where he helped to develop a transition planning curriculum for the students in an inclusion program to support their transition to life after high school. He believes by creating an inclusive environment and safe space for participants it will enhance their potential for personal and professional growth.
Brett Mulder, PsyD
Director, Adult Services
Instructor in Psychology, Harvard Medical School
Brett Mulder, director of adult services at Aspire and instructor at Harvard Medical School, oversees year-round services for adults. Brett holds appointments as psychologist in the department of psychiatry and as assistant in pediatrics in the department of pediatrics at Massachusetts General Hospital. He is the principal investigator on three studies evaluating program outcomes for teen and adult programs at Aspire and of innovative treatments for autism and co-occurring conditions. Brett provides consultation to school systems and conducts neurodiversity trainings and workshops throughout the year for employers, clinicians, and educators. At the Lurie Center for Autism, he sees children, teenagers, and adults for individual psychotherapy.
Brett received his undergraduate degree in psychology and philosophy from Hope College, his Master of Arts in philosophy from Tufts University, and his doctorate in clinical psychology from William James College. He completed a two-year advanced fellowship in psychotherapy and psychological assessment at the Danielsen Institute of Boston University. Brett’s training positions included Harvard Medical School/Massachusetts General Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital/YouthCare, Boston University, Tufts Medical Center, and McLean Hospital.
Elise Wulff, MEd
Senior Manager, Consultation Services
Elise Wulff (she/her) has more than 20 years’ experience working with the neurodiverse population in both public and private sectors. With Aspire since 2007, Elise currently manages consultation and professional development services. As a neurodivergent individual herself, Elise applies her extensive experience and unique perspective in collaboration with neurodiverse individuals, caregivers, and providers to customize tools and strategies that enhance success across various life domains including home, school, and work. Elise has written curriculum to promote healthy self-awareness, disclosure, transition planning, and executive functioning. As an international speaker, Elise supports organizations and corporations to implement practical and sustainable inclusion. She has specific expertise in the neurodiversity framework, special education, universal design, social-emotional learning, tools to build independence, and strategies for executive functioning.
Elise received her undergraduate degree in psychology and theater arts from Emory University and her master’s degree in special education from Lesley University. Her clinical interests are in the areas of neurodiversity, executive functioning, parent/caregiver support, and effective and sustainable inclusion practices for individuals, educators, parents/caregivers, and providers.
Kaleigh Wyers, BS
Group Specialist, Child Services
Kaleigh Wyers (she/her) facilitates weekly social groups for Aspire child programming, creating curricula that encourage peers to connect over shared interests. She also contributes to Aspire’s summer adventure camp as a dedicated staff member. Outside of Aspire, Kaleigh’s expertise lies in providing child life therapeutic support, education, and preparation to children during medical encounters. Her experience spans the emergency department, perioperative unit, and inpatient unit at Newton Wellesley Hospital, as well as outpatient clinics at Boston Children’s Hospital.
Kaleigh earned her Bachelor of Science in Education and Human Development, with a Specialization in Child and Adolescent Mental Health, from Boston University. She is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Child Life and Family Centered Care from Boston University, with an anticipated graduation date of January 2026. Passionate about supporting Aspire participants, Kaleigh is committed to fostering strong, trusting relationships that help children feel safe, understood, and comfortable expressing their true selves. She is dedicated to enhancing children’s confidence and coping skills across settings and believes in partnering with our Aspire participants and families to advocate for inclusivity.