Educational Evaluations • Tutoring • Dyslexia Intervention • Executive Functioning Coaching • Special Education IEP & 504 Consulting • Homeschool Support • Family Support • Professional Development & Private Training
Supporting students from early childhood through adulthood, offering in-person services in Chelmsford, Westford, Lowell, Tyngsboro, Nashua, and surrounding areas, with virtual options available.
Samantha Barrow, MSW, M.Ed.
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SUMMER!
Waitlist is open for
Integrated School-Year Support Program
- Includes Weekly Private SESSIONS -
Personalized, whole-person support for students and families across the school year.
(Sept.-June)
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Location: North Chelmsford, MA. 01863
Email: sbarrow@everybodysacademics.com
Phone: 978-319-9226
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Welcome to
About ...
I have held many roles throughout my career in education and mental health, including school social worker, behavior specialist, residential therapist, and classroom teacher. I suppose I have always been interested in understanding the larger interconnected picture in an attempt to more fully support students and families. In that pursuit, I have worked across public schools, child welfare, juvenile detention, early childhood education, and clinical settings. But my most precious role came when I became a mother of two amazing boys.
When my youngest was born with a rare genetic condition, my professional and personal worlds collided. At the time, there were fewer than 200 known cases in the world of his genetic condition, Coffin-Siris syndrome. I found myself searching for better ways to support complex developmental, medical, and educational needs while trying to protect quality of life for our family. My little one was fighting so incredibly hard for a chance to live this life and I was determined to make it one worth fighting for. Forty plus hours each week spent in therapies, doctor appointments, on top of educational demands, was not it.
To be honest, nothing I had learned in textbooks or graduate programs was working, and many of the professionals we were working with felt the same. Sometimes gifts are found when you need them most, and one of the greatest gifts was stumbling into homeschooling and the freedom it gave us to try new things, to think completely outside of the box, and truly individualize support in ways traditional systems could not.
It was through this journey that Everybody’s Academics began to emerge. I needed to be home with my family but I also wanted to share all that I was learning and building for my son with others. I kept working privately with a small group of former students and EBA started to grow along with us.
Through both my professional work and my experience raising a beautifully neurodiverse family, I have developed an approach that seeks to integrate services while recognizing and supporting the whole student, not focusing solely on one challenge or isolated piece of who they are. My services and areas of specialization are designed to support and recognize a wide range of needs, strengths, learning styles, and ways of experiencing the world.
I deeply believe that learning and development are inseparable from mental health, physical health, and neurology, all of which shape how a person learns and grows. To make the greatest impact, we need to understand the full picture and serve the many unique and interconnected parts of the whole person. Despite starting out to help just my son and children like him, the biggest lesson learned was that these principles are true for all learners, at every age and stage of life.
My work focuses on supporting the whole person through an interconnected, wellness centered, strengths based approach. I strive to create individualized, flexible support that nurtures not only skill development, but also joy, confidence, curiosity, and quality of life.
Professional Experience & Training ...
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Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW)
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Master's in Education with a concentration in Special Education (M.Ed.).
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Teacher DOE Licensure in;
School Social Work K-12
Elementary Education K-6
Moderate Disabilities K-12
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Orton-Gillingham Trained - The Institute for Multi-Sensory Education
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Cert. in Dyslexia Assessment From R.E.A.D. Evaluation & Dyslexia Center.
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Handwriting Specialist - Handwriting WIthout Tears
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Cert. Wrightslaw Special Education & Advocacy
I’m also thrilled to share that I’m on track to complete my IMSE Interventionist Certification and CERI Certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist credentials this summer, further strengthening the support I provide to students with dyslexia.
Who I serve.....
All Ages | All Learning Paths |All Learners
Including Students who:
• Struggle with reading, writing, or math
• Feel overwhelmed with organization or school demands
• Have or may have dyslexia
• Need support with attention or executive functioning
• Are navigating Special Education, IEPs or 504 plans
• Are seeking further enrichment or support with advanced study
I'm looking forward to getting to know your family and grateful for the opportunity to help!
- Sam Barrow, EveryBODY's Academics
A Different Approach To Learning And Support!
Every-BODY is Beautifully Different,
Every Mind is Wonderfully Unique,
Everyone deserves a chance to learn in ways designed specifically for them!
Support Designed to.....
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Recognize and meet the needs of the whole student
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Discover How Each Student Learns Best
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Develop or Renew a Love for Learning
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Build Confidence
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Focus on Strengths and Interests
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Overcome Challenges
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Empower Self Advocacy & Self-Esteem
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Have Fun With Play based, Neurodiversity Affirming Approaches.
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Acquire Skills And Tools Needed Today and To Take With You Into The Future.
How Can I Help?
Integrated, whole-person support for learners, families, and professionals across school, home, and life.
Why Choose EBA?
Whole Person Support
What makes Everybody’s Academics different is our integrated, whole person approach built on holistic expertise and services across multiple areas of support. We know that challenges and growth in one area of life often affect many others.
Rather than separating needs into disconnected pieces, we bring knowledge from a wide range of specialties and offer a broad range of supports and services because we recognize how deeply interconnected and critically intertwined these areas truly are. Disjointed services often miss the larger picture and fail to fully recognize the complexity of an individual’s strengths, challenges, needs, and overall functioning.
When support is fragmented, important patterns, connections, and unmet needs are often overlooked. Students may experience repeated gaps in care, overlapping services, increased stress, higher costs, and the constant pressure of running from one appointment to another. Too often, the focus becomes centered on fixing challenges rather than recognizing and building upon strengths. Over time, this can leave students and families feeling overwhelmed and defeated, creating a life centered around constantly “managing needs” rather than truly living.
By offering interconnected services and individualized strength based approaches, EBA strives to provide effective support that feels more natural, seamless, and meaningful for learners and families.
Strengths-Based, Interest-Led Approach
Sessions are engaging, interactive, and individualized, incorporating play, interests, strengths, and meaningful connection to support growth and progress. Instruction is guided by ongoing assessment and observation, allowing support to remain responsive and aligned with each learner’s evolving needs over time. Neurodiversity affirming approaches help support the needs of all learners, both neurotypical and neurodivergent.
Learning and childhood itself should not feel stressful all the time, and learning at any age should be fun. Instead of prioritizing skill development at the expense of mental health and well being, we seek to provide services that recognize the importance of balance, connection, and quality of life. At the heart of EBA is the belief that joy, play, and fun can coexist with proven educational practices and informed approaches.
Support Across Every Stage of a Learner’s Developmental Journey
From early learners to college students and beyond, EBA provides thoughtful, individualized support across every stage of development and learning. More than 80% of our families have been with us for 3+ years, as services seek to grow and evolve with the student and their needs.
Expanding
EBA is currently expanding in order to grow our services and better support the needs of both our current families and those on our waitlist. We are looking to connect with additional contract providers who are passionate about supporting children, learners, and families through a collaborative, whole person approach.
If you or someone you know may be interested in joining the team, we would love to connect.
We are currently interested in connecting with professionals such as:
Teachers
Therapists
Clinical providers
Occupational Therapists (OT)
Physical Therapists (PT)
Physical Trainers
Educational specialists
Health and wellness professionals
Please reach out or send us your resume for more information.
Student Services
Educational Evaluations & Assessments
Looking for answers, direction, or a better understanding of how you or your child learns?
Academic Tutoring & Educational Therapy (Reading, Writing, Math)
Build skills, confidence, and independence through individualized support.
Dyslexia Intervention & Structured Literacy
Explicit, systematic reading instruction grounded in the Science of Reading.
Executive Functioning Coaching & Homework Help
Exhausted from the nightly homework struggle, constant reminders, forgotten tasks, or the overwhelm of trying to keep up with school, home, college, or work demands?
Enrichment Programs
Coming this summer!
Beginner Piano Lessons
Interested in exploring music, creativity, and self-expression?
Interested in building friendships, confidence, communication, and real-world social skills in a supportive environment?
Parent Caregiver
& Family Services
Special Education, IEP & 504 Support
Navigate the special education process with greater clarity and confidence.
Regulation, Behavior & Emotional Support
When stress, attention, regulation, or behavior impacts learning, home life, or daily functioning.
Learning & Developmental Support
Helping families better understand and support their learner’s unique needs.
Parent, Caregiver & Family Workshops
Educational and practical strategies for the people who support the learner every day.
Professional Services
Professional Consultation & Collaboration
Collaborative support for educators, professionals, and multidisciplinary teams.
Workshops & Trainings
Practical, neurodiversity-affirming learning opportunities for educators, and professionals.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Here's our process:
START HERE
1. Book a free consultation session to begin. No commitment necessary.
Chat about your needs and our available services.
2. Complete an Initial Evaluation (required) and/or Additional Assessments.(optional) Identify strengths, challenges, and a clear path forward from the start:
3. Choose your service area(s).
Student Services
Parent / Caregiver & Family Services
Professional Services & Trainings
4. Choose your service format. Register for Single Sessions, Monthly Sessions, or Enroll in Ongoing Support through one of our Programs.
Single & Monthly Sessions
Ongoing Support Programs
If you don't see what you need here, please Contact me to discuss the support you're seeking.
Service Formats & Rates
Let's Find What Works For You...
Learning & Developmental Support is offered in a multitude of formats. Contact me to see how I can best help your family and schedule today.
Evaluation & Assessment
Single Sessions &
Monthly Rates
Initial Evaluation
$350
We also offer Specialized Profile Assessment packages in:
(Optional)
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Reading & Literacy (including writing and dyslexia)
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Executive Functioning & Regulation
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Math Foundations
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Early Learning & Development (ages 3–6)
Each profile includes assessment, analysis, and personalized recommendations to guide instruction, intervention, and long-term planning.
Profile Options:
Basic Snapshot:
$200–$300
Comprehensive Profile:
$400–$550
Full Profile / Premium:
$550–$750+
Individualized support available for students, parents/caregivers, professionals, and organizations.
*In-Person and/or Virtual Services Available*
Single Session Rates
(Flexible scheduling / non-program students)
30-Minute Session
$65
60-Minute Session
$90
Multi-Sessions & Monthly Rates
(Ideal for short-term support or targeted skill-building)
60-Minute Session
1 Session per week — $360
2 Sessions per week — $720
3 Sessions per week — $1080
*Number of weeks per month will vary EBA follows the school year calendar. Monthly rates are based on a proration of 36 weeks per school year.
Integrated School-Year Support Program
Structured Literacy Intervention Program
Consistent, Individualized, Whole-Person Support for Students & Families Throughout The School Year.
Regularly Scheduled Sessions Covering a Range Of Our Services, May Include:
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Tutoring & Educational Therapy
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Executive Functioning & Homework Help
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Cross-Curricular Skill Building
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School Support & Educational Planning (Special Education IEP/504, school collaboration)
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Emotional, Behavioral & Regulation Support
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Parent/Caregiver & Family Support
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Ongoing Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Instructional Planning
*In-Person and/or Virtual Services Available*
2026/2027
Monthly Tuition Rates
10 payments of
$350 / Month
(September - June)
Tuition Includes:
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Weekly 60 min Private Student Session
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1 - Makeup Session Per Term
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1 - Optional Parent Session Per Term
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All Classroom Material & Take Home Materials Such as: WorkBooks, Reinforcement Activities & Games, Themed Incentive & Prizes
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Parent Resource Guide & Personalized Strategies & Tools
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Family & Student Portal Accounts With 24 hour Access To Tools and Support
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Progress Monitoring
- On-going Support Plan
Explicit, systematic, multisensory reading intervention designed for students with dyslexia, suspected dyslexia, and other reading challenges using a Science of Reading, Orton-Gillingham/IMSE-based approach.
Program Runs September–June
Programs are available in:
*2 Sessions Per Week
(Minimum Recommended Frequency)
3 Sessions Per Week
Intensive Option
Level 1:
Foundational Skills
• Focus on core reading skills
• Phonological awareness, decoding, encoding, and fluency
• Designed for students who need to build or rebuild a strong reading foundation
Level 2: Intermediate/Advanced Literacy
(Age 8+ Upper elementary and beyond)
• Focus on morphology (prefixes, suffixes, roots)
• Reading comprehension and written expression
• Supporting older students in accessing and producing more complex text
2026/2027
Monthly Tuition Rates
2-Day Program: $695/month
3-Day Intensive Program: $975/month
Tuition Includes:
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2 /3 Weekly 60 min Private Student Session
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1 - Makeup Session Per Term
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1 - Optional Parent Session Per Term
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All Classroom Material & Take Home Materials Such as: Personal Set of Decodable Readers (one for each concept), Personal Red Words Book, Individualized Reinforcement Activities & Games, Themed Incentive & Prizes
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Weekly Parent Resource Guide
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Family & Student Portal Accounts With 24 hour Access To Tools and Support
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Progress Monitoring
- On-going Learning Plan
Instruction targets:
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Phonological Awareness
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Decoding & Encoding
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Reading Fluency
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Spelling
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Written Language
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Reading Comprehension
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Morphology & Vocabulary Development
Progress monitoring and ongoing skill assessment are incorporated throughout the program to guide instruction, monitor growth, and support individualized learning goals.
Designed to provide the consistency and intensity needed to support meaningful literacy growth, confidence, and long-term reading success.
We are always happy to make accommodations necessary to best meet your needs in our various settings. We want to be accessible to every student and family. Reach out to us anytime regarding any specific ways to better do so.
(At this time we also require accommodation; as I currently have a child at home on infusions with a compromised immune system.
We please ask that if your child or family has been ill or not feeling well that we meet virtually or kindly reschedule your in person session.)
Thank you so much for working together to create a space for EveryBody!
Contact Us
Please contact us to book an appointment or to inquire about services.
Location: North Chelmsford, MA. 01863
Phone: 978-319-9226
Send Us A Message
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday
Sunday
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm