Passionate, dedicated, and loving, Maxwell's House of Abilities team members love their work and it shows in everything they do. Our goal is to make a positive difference in the lifes of those with Autism and there families.
Christina Shelley
Executive Director & Founder
In 2018, Christina Shelley established Maxwell's House of Abilities, fueled by a deep personal connection: her experiences as a mother navigating life with a child on the Autism Spectrum Disorder. This journey provided her with invaluable insights, shaping her empathetic and understanding approach.
Maxwell's House is more than just a facility; it's a team of passionate professionals—teachers and therapists—dedicated to highlighting the strengths of those with Autism Spectrum Disorder. They offer a range of services, including ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, vocational training, and specialized educational programs.
Christina's core mission is to provide affordable, tailored support, creating job opportunities and customized plans that cater to each family's unique needs. Her goal is to empower individuals, helping them thrive and realize their full potential.
Kim Boquilon, M.A Ed
Director of Education
Kim Graduated from George Washington State University with a M.A degree in early childhood special education and a B.A in Liberal Studies/English from California State University Los Angeles.
Kim has over 30 years working in education. She holds Texas Certification in
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Texas Generic Special Education PK- 12
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Texas E.S.L PK - 12
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Texas Elementary Comprehensive 1-8
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Dyslexia
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GT Certified
Loren Marvin, MS
Lead Teacher/Mentor
Holistic Person-Centered Educator
Teacher, Job Coach, & Mental Health/Well-Being Instructor
Loren is a Master Teacher with 19 years of experience, challenging young
people to grow to their maximum potential. Over the years, Loren has
discovered the importance of explicitly addressing challenges that students
with learning differences face, and the impact on the whole community that
addressing these needs can provide. He has dedicated his service to
celebrating the uniqueness of each student and using insights into their
world as a way to unlock their fullest life. Loren earned a Master’s Degree in
Clinical Mental Health Counseling to expand his competencies and ability to
address the expansive needs of the families in our community. You can find
him energetically leading students into a dynamic, life-altering learning
environment that allows students to find Joy even in the processes that
challenge them so much!
Wendy Coleman, MS,BCBA,LBA
Director of Behavior
Wendy Coleman, who has been part of the ABA field for over 20 years. She began her career as a behavioral technician and was inspired to become a BCBA after seeing the meaningful impact ABA therapy has on children and their families.
Wendy defines success as helping her clients and families safely enjoy their communities. She believes that progress happens every day and that even the smallest steps are important victories. She also places a strong value on building lasting, meaningful relationships with both families and staff, as she believes collaboration is key to long-term success.
A fun fact about Wendy: before entering the ABA field, she was a police officer. While she valued protecting the community, she ultimately realized her true passion was supporting and protecting children.
Samantha Schledewitz, B.S
BCaBA
Samantha has over 18 years of experience in the ABA field, she has worked
across a range of settings, including clinical, in-home, and school
environments. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education,
with a K-12 Special Education endorsement, and earned her BCaBA
certification in 2014. Samanthas extensive background and expertise has
equipped her to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those she
serve.
Passionate about making a difference, she is committed to creating an
inclusive space where individuals who are often overlooked or
underestimated can learn essential life skills.
Fran Monroe, OTR, DRS, DET
Occupational Therapist
Fran Graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago with a Bachelor of Science in Associated Health Professions. Fran also has SPECIAL CERTIFICATION for Driving Rehab Specialist, TDLR Certified Driving Instructor and DPS Certified Third Party Tester.
Fran has worked in many hospital settings including but not limited to Icon Hospital, Humble Texas. She was the Lead Therapist for inpatient Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy services. Working in an acute setting with General Med Surgical, Neurosurgery and ICU patients with a variety of diagnosis to provide treatment for physical and cognitive dysfunction.
She is the owner of Seasons For Living is a private Occupational Therapy practice. The focus of services to promote safety and independence in driving for individuals who are challenged physically and/or mentally using comprehensive assessments and training.
Katherine Graduated from University of Houston Downtown with a Bachelors of Science degree in Political Science and a minor in Psychology. She also has a Lifetime Certification as a Paraprofessional in the State of Texas.
Katherine has worked in the educational system for over twenty years in both the Aldine ISD and Houston ISD school districts. Throughout Katherine’s long career in education she has worked as a paraprofessional and substitute teacher in both elementary and secondary education. Some of the schools she worked at are considered second chance for at risk students. Taking into consideration some of the children needs she has sponsored programs like The Houston Can Academy North step team (The Diamonds) that helped uplift and encourage self esteem in each student involved. The Diamonds Assisted at the Houston food bank and helped by spending time with and offering assistance to senior citizens.
Katherine Moore, B.S.
Support Staff Director
Substitute Teacher
Shannon Lorick, MBA
CFO
Shannon graduated with a Master of Business Administration from Augusta State University Bachelor of science degree in Business Administration: Accounting and Finance from University of South Carolina, and has a Certificate of Local Government Management from University of Georgia, Carl Vincent Institute of Government.
She worked as the controller for 12 year at ANIC ( Augusta Neighborhood Improvement Corp) a private nonprofit located in Augusta Georgia. Her duties included Oversee long-range financial planning and budget requirements for this $20 million not-for-profit development/ Construction organization. Develop and maintain operational systems for financial functions. Design and implement effective cost controls. Manage $1.6 million dollar annual operating budget. Closed $40 million dollar Lease-Purchase bond issue for a program rollout in conjunction with Freddie Mac.
Manage all human resource issues. Manage all technical issues and computer processes. Manage investment accounts and secure investments to ensure profitable returns. Financially analyze construction projects and provide budget-actual variance reports for Construction Manager and President/CEO. Financially manage two-hundred unit apartment complex owned and operated by company. Maintain systems, controls, and procedures. Assist in conflict resolutions. Review and manage all third party contracts.