Meet the Team
Jodi Huffman, M.Ed, BCBA
Owner & Clinical Director
Jodi Huffman, M.Ed, BCBA
Jodi Huffman is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education, and certification as a yoga teacher. For over 20 years, she has gained hands-on experience working closely with children, families, and educational teams to provide individualized, compassionate support.
Since beginning her career in 2004, Jodi has held a variety of impactful roles including classroom teacher, behavior interventionist, early intervention provider, educational consultant, program leader, trainer, and family advocate. This diverse experience has shaped her holistic, strength-based approach and equipped her with the skills to connect clinical expertise with educational best practices and family support.
Jodi is passionate about building inclusive communities where every child, family, and educational program feels valued and supported. This core belief guides her leadership and the culture she fosters at Mindful Me.
In addition to her role leading Mindful Me Behavior Support, Jodi serves on the Board of Directors for Focused Kids and also co-owns Mindful Me Playhouse with her husband, a mindful and intentional playspace that complements her clinical work.
Grounded in evidence-based practices and enriched by yoga philosophy and mindfulness, Jodi integrates these elements to create thoughtful, meaningful support that nurtures connection, growth, and well-being across families and learning environments.
Tori Hess, M.Ed
Director of Educational Services & Behavior Interventionist
Tori earned her Bachelor’s degree in American History with a minor in Cultural Anthropology before pursuing a Master’s in Education with dual focuses on Teacher Leadership and Special Education. She also holds an Early Childhood Special Education teaching license from the Colorado Department of Education.
Since completing her education in 2013, Tori has developed broad and varied expertise through roles including school librarian, paraeducator, special education teacher, and educational consultant. As a dedicated mom, she brings a personal understanding of family-centered care and individualized support.
At Mindful Me, Tori provides both family services and educational services. She excels in designing curriculum-based group programs, training educators, and delivering compassionate, tailored support to families.
Guided by a holistic, strengths-based philosophy, Tori fosters growth through play, connection, and meaningful learning experiences. As Director of Educational Services, she leads with heart and expertise to create inclusive, welcoming environments where children, families, and educators thrive.
How it started:
Mindful Me was established in 2015, inspired by the Baltimore riots that ensued after the tragic death of Freddie Gray. It was founded upon the fundamental belief that every child deserves access to high-quality education, every person should have their basic needs met, and all individuals should feel safe and cared for in their own communities. Initially, Mindful Me started as a trauma-informed preschool program that incorporated yoga and mindfulness techniques within Head Start programs in west Baltimore.