Meghan Perazella, co-founder and CEO of The Hangout Spot, brings passion and over 14 years’ experience to her work. She has provided special education and behavior analytic services in both home- and public-school settings throughout Fairfield County, has co-authored articles in Autism Parenting Magazine and Behavioral Science in the 21st Century (blog), and is a five-time recipient of awards honoring excellence and leadership in working with children with disabilities.

Meghan earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Human Development and her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction for Students with Severe Special Needs from Boston College, and later completed her Post-Master BCBA Certificate at Endicott College. In addition to working with kids of all ages at The Hangout Spot and giving educational presentations for parents and teachers, she currently serves as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Saint Joseph, in West Hartford.