Emily Nelson is the Executive Director of Student Support at Educational Service District 105 (ESD 105) in Yakima, WA. Emily has over 16 years of experience with school based behavioral health integration and co-launched Together 105, ESD 105’s Licensed Behavioral Health Agency in 2021. Emily and her team bring integrated training, support and technical assistance into South Central Washington State schools, in partnership with youth serving systems such as DCYF, CBO’s, Juvenile Justice, and more. Holding a Master’s in Education in School Counseling and pursuing a Superintendent Certification at Western Washington University, Emily is dedicated to professional growth. Her passion lies in merging education and behavioral health systems to meet student needs holistically, fostering equity and social justice. Emily also has a deep passion for criminal justice reform and moving students from offenders to scholars. Outside work, Emily enjoys camping with her husband and three children in the Pacific Northwest.
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