About the Presenters
Jennifer Epstein
Dr. Epstein is a licensed clinical psychologist and health service provider with more than 20 years of experience working with children and families. Dr. Epstein specializes in treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders including delays in development, autism spectrum disorders, and genetic disorders such as Fragile x syndrome. She is a certified Early Start Denver Model Trainer.
Lauren Moskowitz
Lauren Moskowitz, PhD, is an associate professor of Psychology at St. John’s University and a core member of the School Psychology programs. Dr. Moskowitz has expertise in the assessment and treatment of problem behaviors and has worked directly with individuals who have Fragile X. She has co-authored several articles and book chapters on assessment and intervention in Fragile X syndrome and autism spectrum disorders, has provided workshops and training for parents and teachers, and has presented her research at professional conferences, including the NFXF International Fragile X Conference.
Tracy Stackhouse
Tracy Stackhouse, MA, OTR, is co-founder and executive director of Developmental FX in Denver, Colorado. She is a leading pediatric occupational therapist involved in clinical treatment, research, mentoring, and training regarding OT intervention for persons with neurodevelopmental disorders, especially Fragile X syndrome and autism. Tracy has a master’s in developmental psychology/neuroscience. She received her NDT (neuro-developmental treatment) training with Lois Bly. She is SIPT (Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests) certified and was the clinical specialist in sensory integration at the Children’s Hospital in Denver as well as the OT for the Fragile X Research and Treatment Center. Tracy continued her clinical and research work with Dr. Randi Hagerman at the UC Davis MIND Institute during its start-up year prior to starting Developmental FX.
Tracy has written several book chapters on sensory integration and neurodevelopmental disorders and teaches nationally and internationally on sensory integration, autism, Fragile X, and related topics. She is the lead author for the SpIRiT and STEPSI Clinical Reasoning Tools which are leading-edge evidence-based models in pediatric occupational therapy. Tracy is also a member of the Fragile X Clinical & Research Consortium and the NFXF Advisory Committee.
Missy Zolecki
Missy joined NFXF team in 2018 after being an active volunteer since 2010. Missy organized several fundraisers and educational workshops while serving in her volunteer role. Missy is the mother of three children. Her eldest son, Matt, lives with Fragile X syndrome. Prior to joining the NFXF team, Missy had worked as a nurse for more than 20 years. She enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Robby Miller
Robby has been affiliated with the NFXF since 1999 and has spent over 50 years helping children with special needs, their families and the professionals who work with them. He first became a part of the Fragile X community when close friends had two children with Fragile X syndrome. Robby is particularly interested in how families learn about, access, and receive meaningful care and services. This interest led to his co-founding the Fragile X Clinical & Research Consortium. In his spare time, you’ll find Robby singing and playing rhythm guitar in a band with his long-time musical partners.
