Miranda Whalen
Student Support Specialist at Ferguson Pre-K-8
Miranda joined CISPA in September of 2022. Miranda grew up in northeastern PA, and received her bachelor of science in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh in 2018, where she also studied French and Mediterranean Art History. Miranda has experience in intensive community-based mental health treatment, as well as roles as an advocate for children and families in the child welfare and foster care systems in eastern and central PA. Miranda feels that children who feel supported and understood are most likely to be successful, and strives to provide that space for the children she works with. Miranda loves spending time with her dog, Nova, finding a good coffee shop, and spending time with loved ones. Miranda is excited to be a small part of supporting kids and their families to reach their full potential.