Steven Rosenberg, Ph.D.
Founder
steverosenberg@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 242
Dr. Rosenberg received his doctorate in School Psychology from Kent State University in 1977. Upon graduation, Steve wanted to impact schools in the most efficient and significant ways possible. In 1977 he and several colleagues founded PSI, then known as Prevention: Systems Intervention. This predecessor to RTI and systems wide programming became PSI’s entree into schools in the early days. PSI’s Service parameters varied from standard related service models to programmatic and professional development. Starting with just a few schools in the late ’70s we now serve over 500 in Ohio, Michigan and Indiana with a very wide range of services and service models. PSI has over 1000 staff members serving students and school communities.
Colleen Lorber, Ph.D.
Chief Operating Officer
colleenlorber@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 229
In this capacity Dr. Lorber is responsible for all client services provided to schools throughout our many service areas. Her dedication to staff, professionalism and her high energy level serves the schools we partner with extremely well. “I most enjoy helping to find and support the best possible staff to meet the many needs of the students we serve. PSI is all about providing the very best and innovative services possible to help our partner schools and their students succeed.” She holds a doctorate from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh in School Psychology.
Mike Tornow, M.A., PCC
Director of Marketing and Development
miketornow@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 200
Mike’s array of experience in Health and Education services will be a valuable asset to PSI’s commitment to excellence and to PSI’s vision for growth. Mike served most recently as a Special Education Director and was an Administrator of a health care facility for specials needs adults as well as practicing as an independent clinical counselor.
Mike holds a Professional Administrative Specialist License from the Ohio Department of Education and has a Professional Clinical Counselor License in the State of Ohio. Mike has been quick to find out that, “PSI staff have great working relationships in their schools and have reported high job satisfaction through PSI”. Mike will continue to work with health, educational support and professional development services on both current and future projects while enhancing PSI’s business and service relationships.
Tammy Lyman, B.S.
Director of Finance
tammylyman@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 241
Tammy has extensive experience in all areas of accounting and technology. She successfully oversees PSI accounts payable, receivable and school contracts.
Educational Support Services
Julie Wood, Ph.D., NCSP
Director
juliewood@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 248
The psi ESS Department includes Psychologists, Speech Therapists, PTs, OTs, English as Second Language Teachers, Foreign Language Teachers, Remedial Tutors and Teachers, Gifted and Talented Teachers and Intervention Specialists. These professionals all provide the highest level of educational support services to the many schools psi serves. In addition to working with staff, Julie conducts Special & Education audits, coordinates services with school representatives and is a frequent presenter on topics such as RTI, PBS, Classroom Management, & Enhancing IAT and ETR Team Effectiveness.
Julie holds her PhD in School Psychology from Kent State University. During Julie’s tenure at psi, she has advanced training programs for the professionals in her department including the latest ETR, IEP, and MTSS updates. Julie strives to provide each school the very best psi staff match for not only the tactical needs of the services but also for the culture of the school environment.
Christine Worthington, M.A., CCC-SLP
Virtualpsi Coordinator, SLP Supervisor
christineworthington@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 257
As the Coordinator of Virtualpsi, Chris brings her experience of 28 years as a Speech-Language Pathologist to both in-person and virtual speech therapy services. Chris has become an expert in the provision of all psi’s virtual services including speech, OT, ESL, and counseling. The excitement for Chris lies in the connection of students with professionals through this virtual platform that so often had not been able to receive services and/or had challenges in receiving support services through other modalities.
For more than 20 years before taking on this role, Chris worked as a psi Speech-Language Field Supervisor. Chris holds a Master’s degree from Cleveland State University.
Robin Caston-Bert, M.A., CCC-SLP
Non-public Schools Manager
robincaston@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 233
Robin oversees and supports psi educational support services in the non-public schools. This includes auxiliary as well as the Jon Peterson/Autism Scholarship services. She works closely with school staff and parents in order to fully utilize these programs in our partner schools.
Robin’s keen attention to detail has aided many psi staff and schools in learning the laws surrounding both auxiliary and scholarship services. She looks forward to the planning and executing of psi educational services to bring students the support that they need and deserve.
Robin holds a masters in Speech-Language from Kent State University. For over 20 years previous to taking on this role, Robin worked at psi as a Speech/Language Field Supervisor.
Kristy Dolsak, M.Ed.
Title I Manager
kristydolsak@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 256
Kristy has worked with psi’s partner non-public schools for many years; first as an Intervention Specialist, next as the non-public school coordinator, and now as both the Title I Manager and assisting with the JP/Autism scholarship services.
Kristy is an expert with the federal law and Title I requirements. She enjoys helping schools navigate this funding source to provide eligible students with as much support in the approved areas of reading, math, and counseling as is possible.
Kristy holds a Master’s degree from Cleveland State University.
School Health Services
Meredith Sitko, B.Ed., CHES, RN, NCSN
Director
meredithsitko@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 227
Meredith is a Registered Nurse, Nationally Certified School Nurse as well as a Certified Health Education Specialist and Licensed by the Ohio Department of Education as a P-12 Health Teacher. Meredith collaborates with psi Client School Administrators on determining the best Health Services Program to meet their students’ needs. She continues to work with psi Client School Administrators to evaluate their health program to ensure its effectiveness as well as confirm the psi Health Team is meeting and exceeding expectations. In addition Meredith oversees the Clinic and staffing services, the School Health Screenings Program, and the New Employee Orientation Program for the Health Department. She also is responsible for coordinating ongoing continuing education initiatives for the psi Health Team and continues to teach as much as possible in the various health programs psi offers. “With my background in both nursing and education, psi is home to me. psi truly offers individualized, meaningful programs that help students maintain their well-being, learn effectively and succeed academically every day and I am so proud to be a part of that.”
Lynn Chrostowski, RN, MSN, NCSN
Clinic Services and Staff Manager
lynnchrostowski@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 225
Lynn has been one of PSI’s Nurse Team Managers for over 18 years. She has worked in a wide variety of nursing settings including hospital & nursing administration. As a long time PSI Nurse Manager and administrator, Lynn provides the support and guidance to staff, principals and parents in the many schools we serve. “We have a great team at PSI who truly want only the best possible services for the students and schools we serve.” Lynn holds a Bachelors in Nursing from the University of Akron.
Barb Ross, RN
Clinic Services and Staff Manager
barbaraross@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 250
Barb provides support to both the psi staff members as well as our partner schools in navigating the everyday challenges of healthcare for students. She enjoys getting in the clinics with our staff and problem solving unique needs. Barb also teaches orientation for our newly hired psi staff. She provides both the content and experiential knowledge to prepare our psi staff for their school assignments.
Barb has worked as an emergency room nurse, a nurse in a school setting and most recently a psi nurse manager for over 10 years. Barb is a Registered Nurse.
Debbie Osysko, RN
Nurse Manager in School Health Client Services and Education Programs
debbieosysko@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 228
Debbie has worked as a nurse in various clinics during her 18+ years with PSI and as a Health Services Field Supervisor. As a part of her work as a nurse manager, she is also a coordinator of the PSI Health Screenings Program, a member of the New Health Staff Orientation Teaching Team and manages updates to the PSI Health Intranet. “Working for PSI has been very rewarding. Keeping up with the changes in school health can be challenging. The PSI Health Services Team is very committed to providing high quality services to the students and schools that we serve as well as supporting our staff.” Debbie is a Registered Nurse.
Paula Harris, RN, CNN, CHPN
Special Needs Manager
paulaharris@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 234
Paula specializes in services to medically fragile and disabled students requiring specialized nursing services. Paula’s extensive pediatric and nephrological background provides the Special Needs Students, their parents and teachers with the very best professional and support services possible. “The best part of my job is watching the faces of those students who would not be able to succeed in school without the help of our specialized health staff supporting these students.”
Training and Education
Heather Kopkas, B.A.
Training & Education Coordinator
heatherkopkas@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 247
Heather is responsible for the training and education division at PSI. Heather oversees all PSI’s prevention and intervention programs. Heather has been providing psi’s training and education courses for over 10 years. She enjoys being in the classroom as an educator on social-emotional topics.
Brooke Wright Khamis, M.Ed., LPSC
Life Act Coordinator
brookewright@psi-solutions.org
800-841-4774 ext. 247
Brooke oversees the psi partnership with Lifeact, a suicide prevention program for middle and high school students. Brooke is passionate about reaching as many students as possible on the topic of depression and suicide prevention. She connects with students naturally through her genuine demeanor and has provided many students with the resources needed to find support.
