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Evaluators
Christina Haight
Christina has worked with Driftwood since March 2024. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology at Furman University in 2015 and educational specialist degree in school psychology at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga in 2018. Christina has served multiple school districts in South Carolina. She is a Licensed Psychoeducational Specialist (LPES) and enjoys directing families towards local resources and supports. Christina loves to spend time in nature with her husband and daughter.
Shelby La Mond
Shelby was born and raised in Buffalo, NY. She obtained her master’s degree with an advanced certificate in School Psychology from the University at Buffalo. She moved to South Carolina in 2021 and hasn’t looked back since! Shelby loves living in the south, the warm weather, and being by the coast! She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) and a Licensed Psychoeducational Specialist (LPES). Shelby is passionate about educating families about their child’s specific needs based on the results of their evaluation. When not working, you can find her lifting weights, at the beach, or enjoying live music!
Jeni Lincoln
Jeni has been with Driftwood since 2024. She graduated with her doctorate degree and has been working as a school psychologist in the midlands since 2022. Prior to that, she worked in the private sector as a psychometrician and report writer for 6 years. She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) and a Licensed Psychoeducational Specialist (LPES). She has worked with all age groups. Jeni lives in Lexington, SC with her husband, 3 dogs, 2 ferrets, and cat. She has 3 daughters and 2 granddaughters. She loves going to concerts and doing anything with her family.
Andrew Preston
Andrew J. Preston is a Licensed Psychoeducational Specialist in the state of South Carolina and has been working in public schools since 2004. He is an advocate for providing access to psychoeducational evaluations for children and adults. He is passionate about the mission statement of Driftwood Evaluation Center: We provide comprehensive, compassionate, individualized and personal attention to each and every client.
Mary-Catherine Stoney
Mary-Catherine has been with Driftwood since March 2024. She is a full-time school psychologist at a charter school in the Charleston area and has worked in several districts in the tri-county area since graduating with her education specialist from The Citadel in 2018. Mary-Catherine is a licensed psychoeducational specialist (LPES) and is passionate about advocating for client’s educational and developmental needs and highlighting their strengths as part of the evaluation process. Mary-Catherine resides in Mount Pleasant, SC with her husband.
Shannon Tapp
Shannon has been with Driftwood since January 2023 and has been a school psychologist since 2012. She has worked in multiple school districts around Charleston, SC. She enjoys providing schools and families support on how to address the unique needs of all children. Shannon has worked with children of all ages across elementary, middle, and high schools. She is familiar with Applied Behavior Analysis and addressing the needs of children with Autism. Shannon lives in Charleston with her husband and their two children.
Rebecca Wallace
Becca has been with Driftwood Evaluation since March 2023. She moved to Hanahan, South Carolina in June 2022 from Shrewsbury, Massachusetts after graduating from Worcester State University with her M.Ed. and Ed.S. In School Psychology. She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) and a Licensed Psychoeducational Specialist (LPES). She currently works as a full-time school psychologist in a high school. Becca is excited to be a part of this growing company and help make a difference in this community. In her free time, she helps coach her high school cheer-leading team and spends time with her friends, family, and cats.
Admin
Jeremiah Preston
Jeremiah started working with Driftwood in August 2024. He has been working with Linux, Python, and Frontend Web Development since 2015, and enjoys writing programs that keep things running smoothly at Driftwood. When not at his desk, he’ll be spending time with his dog and three cats.
Madison Preston
Madison has been with Driftwood since October 2024. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the College of Charleston. With expertise in Python and C++, she plays a key role in developing and maintaining the systems that power Driftwood. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her cat, John.
Barbara Steele
Barbara started with Driftwood in February 2023 as a part-time job, which quickly moved into a robust full-time position. She brings a variety of knowledge and skills of insurance, office management and driving a forklift! She is passionate about helping to get children and adults the support they need that will allow them to live vibrant, full lives! Barbara is married and lives in Connecticut. When she is not in the office, you’ll find her hanging out with family and friends and rejuvenating by spending time in the Berkshires at their home.
Melissa Wheelock
Melissa joined Driftwood in December 2022, bringing with her over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry. Outside of work, Melissa enjoys hiking, treasure hunting on the beach, thrifting, and spending quality time with her family.
Sydney Wheelock
Sydney grew up in Connecticut and has been with Driftwood Evaluation Center since May 2024. She is currently a student at Central Connecticut State University, pursuing a degree in psychology, and will begin her master’s in social work this fall to become a licensed clinical social worker and therapist. Sydney is proud to be part of a team that provides comprehensive, compassionate, and individualized care to each client.