Staff Profiles

CIP Berkeley Berkeley, California

CIP Berkeley has an experienced, professional staff with strong educational backgrounds and solid experience working with young adults with Asperger’s, ADHD and other Learning Differences.

Get to Know The CIP Berkeley Team

Dan McManmon, President

President

Dan McManmon grew up in western Massachusetts, alongside four sisters, six foster brothers, and an adopted brother. His father, Michael McManmon, founded CIP in 1984 and was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome later in life. Dan’s upbringing profoundly shaped his understanding and empathy for those with Autism, ADHD, and related learning differences.

Michael McManmon, Ed.D.

Founder

Michael McManmon, Ed.D. founded the College Internship Program (CIP) in 1984. He received a B.A. in English from Mt. St. Mary’s College in Maryland, a Masters in Counseling from Shippensburg University, a Masters in Human Development from the University of Kansas (through a grant from the National Institute of Mental Health), and a Doctorate in Special Education from the University of Nevada.

Michele Ramsay, Ed.D.

Director of Program Operations

Dr. Michele Ramsay is a highly passionate and dedicated professional supporting divergent learners as they transition into adulthood. With a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Teaching, she has dedicated over 25 years to empowering students and advocating for their educational needs.

Jodi Drury, Ph.D.

Director of Curriculum and Training

Jodi has worked in the field of special education for over 20 years as a K-12 teacher and administrator, and as an adjunct professor at local universities and colleges.

Kevin Broeckling, Ed.D.

National Admissions Director

Dr. Kevin Broeckling has been a higher education administrator focusing on student services, enrollment, and leadership during his more than 20-year career. He believes that education can change lives and has enjoyed helping young people access and complete degrees in higher education.

Jessica Stewart, M.Ed.

Program Director

Jessica Stewart is a seasoned education and youth leadership professional passionate about empowering students to unlock their full potential. With over 25 years of experience in educational Leadership, Jessica's dedication to modern teaching methods and creating nurturing environments has made her a respected figure in education circles.

Edward Charlberg, M.A.

Assistant Program Director

Edward has worked in the field of education with neurodiverse learners for 8 years as a teaching assistant, lecturer, instructor, and Director of Education.

Sonia Beers, M.A. LMFT

Clinician

Sonia has been a licensed marriage and family therapist for 11 years. She specializes in working with neurodivergent teens, adults, and couples/families.

Demetra Risner, M.A., LMFT

Clinician

Demetra is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has worked in both private practice and community mental health settings for the last five years.

Antoinette Grant, M.A.

Student Advisor

Antoinette has worked in the field of education trauma and other complex learning differences for more than a decade, as a counselor, tutor and clinician. She found success in supporting and working with young adults who are pursuing higher education.

Payton Reil, B.A.

Student Advisor

Payton has worked in student-focused settings since 2016, specializing in outdoor education. Most recently, she worked as a program manager for an afterschool program focusing on social-emotional learning and homework support.

Anna Bernick B.A.

Academic Coach

Anna has worked in the field of disability since 2014. First as an intern for Mayor's Office on Disability in San Francisco and doing disability rights work at University of California Berkeley.

Matt Leone, M.A.

Social Skills Coordinator

Matt has worked collaboratively with a variety of individuals in the counseling field for about 2 years. His past experiences included identifying strategies with young emerging adults both on how they self identify and which solutions are helpful to navigate barriers challenging those self identified life goals and pursuits.

Kyra Batarse, B.S.

Academic Coach

Kyra has worked in the field of education for the past 3+ years as an academic tutor and as a teaching assistant for college professors.

Brianna Shaffer-Eldridge, B.A.

Student Advisor

Brianna has worked in the field of autism advocacy and disability education for almost 2 years as a former Academic Coach and now Student Advisor at CIP.

Gabriel Botello, B.A.

Life Skills Coach

Gabriel Botello has worked in education since 2018 as a waste reduction educator, teaching assistant, and tutor.

Copelan Gammon, B.A.

Student Support Specialist

Copelan Gammon received her Bachelor of Arts degrees in neuroscience and Spanish from the University of Southern California and further pursued her interest in social sciences and human development through a research fellowship

Mia Kirkendoll, B.A.

Student Advisor

Mia has worked in the field of education since 2018. She previously found success working with young students as an English teacher in South Korea.

Elaine Reichenbach, B.A

Student Advisor

Elaine has worked in the field of social work and office administration for over 12 years serving as a Refugee Support Officer & Family Caseworker for a local government organization in the U.K.

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