Amanda Gunter, M.Ed

Executive Director

Amanda’s work and passion is to help children reach their full potential and see families healed and restored! She comes to Orlando with over 15 years of experience, beginning as a classroom teacher working with children with autism. Brain Balance may be new to Orlando, FL but Amanda is not new to Brain Balance! After witnessing the results of the Brain Balance program from one of her students, she ended her teaching career to join the Brain Balance team in 2007. Amanda was the Center Director of the Brain Balance in Peachtree City, Ga for five years serving families who had children suffering with symptoms of ADHD, sensory processing, dyslexia, and learning difficulties.

In 2012 Amanda moved to Kansas City to develop a Brain Balance within a therapeutic residential boarding school for adolescents. There she gained experience collaborating with therapists, educators, and housing staff to develop a holistic brain based approach serving struggling teens. Currently, Amanda is working on her PhD in Brain Rehabilitation and specifically is doing research in the topic of the development of empathy! In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, the outdoors, and traveling abroad! She is excited to have the opportunity to serve families in the Orlando area!

Ashley Naraine

Center Director

Ashley is a dedicated educator, advocate, and proud Brain Balance mom, born in New York, with a strong commitment to supporting individuals with diverse learning needs. As the wife of an Army veteran and a proud mother of one, she brings both personal resilience and professional expertise to every aspect of her work and life.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Psychology and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, combining a deep understanding of behavior with the leadership skills needed to inspire meaningful growth and positive change in child development. Ashley is also an inductee of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), an honor that reflects her academic excellence and leadership potential.

With more than a decade of experience working with individuals facing behavioral challenges, special needs, and learning disabilities, Ashley has earned a reputation for compassion, dedication, and unwavering advocacy. Her personal experiences as a Brain Balance mom have further strengthened her passion for helping children overcome challenges and thrive in supportive, inclusive environments where every child feels valued and empowered to succeed.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Ashley cherishes spending quality time with her family, who continue to be her greatest source of motivation, strength, and inspiration.

Hannah Farley

Assistant Program Director

Hannah has been passionate about working with children for more than a decade. Originally from the Atlanta area, she began her career co-leading art camps for underserved children with behavioral challenges, where she discovered her passion for supporting children with higher needs. She went on to lead additional art camps and served as a consultant for the construction and curriculum development of a special needs camp outside of Atlanta.

After relocating to Florida, Hannah was introduced to the Brain Balance Program, where she began her career as a Cognitive Coach Intern in 2021. She is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and has since advanced through every coaching role within the organization. This diverse experience has given her a comprehensive understanding of the Brain Balance Program and a deep appreciation for the meaningful impact it has on the lives of children and their families.

Outside of work, Hannah enjoys reading, painting, and spending quality time with her family.

Janice Subers

Family Support Coordinator

Janice was born and raised in Orlando and earned her Bachelor of Arts in Speech and English Secondary Education at the University of Florida, where she met her husband Jim. They have four wonderful, grown children and six amazing grandsons. Being a grandmother is her favorite accomplishment!

Janice’s third born was diagnosed with high functioning autism and pervasive developmental delay when he was 6 years old. He had years of OT, Speech, IEP’s, Para help, wonderful private schools... and yet they only saw small increments of growth in the crucial areas of auditory processing, frustration levels, literal “black and white” thinking, etc. When their son was a teenager, Jim was the CEO of a therapeutic boarding school for struggling teens. This school opened a Brain Balance on campus and the Subers enrolled their son in the program. It was life-changing for them! Janice became a cheerleader for the successful results of the Brain Balance program.

She is thrilled to share her love and enthusiasm for Brain Balance in the Winter Garden Center. She loves meeting the families, getting to know the children, hearing their stories, and telling anyone who will listen her son’s Brain Balance success story. She couldn’t have asked for a more perfect job!

Terri Venter

Program Director

For over 30 years, Terri has dedicated herself to creating meaningful, enriching experiences for children. She has raised her own children, led nature-immersive garden camps, taught art techniques, guided young cooks in the kitchen, and offered etiquette classes. Her passion for nurturing the whole child shines through in everything she does.

With decades of experience working with children and families, Terri brings a thoughtful blend of leadership, creativity, and strategic thinking to her work. She is known for developing effective systems, building strong relationships, and creating environments where children can thrive. Her ability to see both the big picture and the individual needs of each child has made her a trusted resource for families and colleagues alike.

Originally from South Africa, Terri brings a unique global perspective shaped by her experiences living in and traveling through diverse cultures around the world. These experiences have deepened her appreciation for adaptability, resilience, and lifelong learning. Outside of her work with children, Terri enjoys gardening, holistic health, herbalism, and traveling the world to experience different cultures and perspectives.