Learning. Connection. Growth.

Gathered Minds creates meaningful opportunities for learning, communication, connection, and growth at every stage of life. Through educational, therapeutic, cognitive, and enrichment services, we help individuals of all ages strengthen skills, build confidence, and reach their potential.

One Mission. Many Ways to Grow.

Gathered Minds brings together education, communication, cognitive development, and enrichment to create meaningful opportunities for growth throughout every stage of life

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Speech-Language Pathology

Personalized speech, language, and cognitive-communication services delivered through convenient telehealth sessions.

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Mahjong by Gathered Minds

Welcoming American Mahjong instruction and enrichment programs designed to build confidence, encourage connection, and keep minds engaged.

Why Gathered Minds

We believe growth can happen at every stage of life. By bringing together education, communication, cognitive engagement, and meaningful connection, Gathered Minds creates experiences that are purposeful, personal, and designed to help people continue learning and thriving.

Why Gathered Minds

We believe growth can happen at every stage of life. By bringing together education, communication, cognitive engagement, and meaningful connection, Gathered Minds creates experiences that are purposeful, personal, and designed to help people continue learning and thriving.

LEARN

Purposeful Learning

Thoughtfully designed experiences that encourage curiosity, strengthen skills, and support continued development.

CONNECT

Meaningful Connection

Programs and services that encourage communication, relationships, confidence, and a sense of belonging.

GROW

Lifelong Growth

Opportunities to build abilities, discover new interests, and continue growing throughout every stage of life.

MEET THE FOUNDERS

The Minds Behind Gathered Minds

Founded by sisters Ashtin Nelson and Kaitlyn Black, Gathered Minds brings together backgrounds in education, cognitive development, communication, and enrichment with a shared belief in lifelong learning and meaningful connection.

Ashtin Nelson

Co-Founder | Educator | Mahjong Instructor

Ashtin combines a background in education and business with training in the Feuerstein approach to mediated learning and cognitive development. Her passion for teaching and enrichment helps shape engaging programs designed to encourage learning, connection, and continued growth.

Kaitlyn Black

Co-Founder | Speech-Language Pathologist | Mahjong Instructor

Kaitlyn is a Speech-Language Pathologist with a master's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Her clinical experience in communication, cognition, and swallowing brings a therapeutic perspective to Gathered Minds and its commitment to meaningful, lifelong development.

LEARN | CONNECT | GROW

Let's Grow Together

Whether you’re looking for therapeutic support, meaningful enrichment, or new opportunities to learn and connect, Gathered Minds is here to help you find the right path — with new opportunities continuing to grow alongside our community.

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