Educational Pathways | Providing direction through education and experience Currently not taking any new clients until 2020 Am I the right consultant for you. Melissa Shanahan Withover twenty years experienceworking with adolescents and their families Melissa offers a personal approachhelping you navigate the best possible educational pathway for your child whether a more traditional school setting therapeutic environment or wilderness program. As a counselor in drug and alcohol programs residential treatment facilities public high schools and outdoor education programsshe clearly understands the turmoil students face todayand the need for parents to stay committed to keeping their children on track. Melissa works facetoface with families all over the United States regularly tours schools and programs and attends conferences in order to stay current with the various issues and special needs that affect students today.