About Us

Authors and Lead Instructors:
Vanessa Ewing, Stacey Pendleton, and 
​Gail Stine

Vanessa, Stacey, and Gail have worked in the field of education for a combined total of over half a century in the roles of instructors, consultants, and administrators.  They enjoy working with students and helping build both their academic and social/emotional tool boxes.   has served as an educator and counseling professor, consultant, and teacher- focused on exceptional children (both gifted and with areas of disability) in early childhood as well as middle school years.  She loves creative writing and art projects for younger children, focused especially on social/emotional topics and themes.

WHO WE ARE...

Our Team is comprised of:

*Leaders within both education and counseling fields 

*Leaders that are passionate about supporting the social and emotional wellness of youth

*Leaders that work to lift up the leadership and unique gifts and talents of all the students that they serve

Maddie Velez

Maddie has served as a counselor and administrator for children for over 20 years.  She has a special gift for connecting well with all the students she serves, helping them reach their potential and learning about their own unique gifts and leadership traits.  She is excited to be a part of BASE Village, providing counseling services to individuals and small groups.

Autumn Washington                                                               Our Services...

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Autumn began her work as a counselor of children in youth over 11 years ago, with the past several years being especially focused on counseling and supporting gifted children ages 5-18 through their school years.  She has also counseled military members and their families, as well as training others as they begin their counseling careers.  In all her roles with working with youth and young adults, she has assisted in college/career planning, guided academic success, promoted healthy lifestyles, and fostered personal growth through social and emotional development.

Our Staff Provides-

Counseling and Social Emotional Wellness Individual and Small Group Courses both online and in person

Professional development trainings for teachers and counselors 

Resources and referrals to other educational and mental health professionals