Karina Heggeness

Therapeutic COach

Karina Heggeness attended Fordham University in the Bronx and was following a trajectory toward a career in social work. During her required fieldwork, Karina was placed in a school for children with disabilities where she fell in love with the hands-on aspect of the classroom. After completing her BSW, Karina went on to get her Masters in special education, after which she became a teacher. 

Karina has worked in a variety of different settings for both children and adults with special needs, and she views this work as her life’s purpose. Karina’s goal is to continue working towards creating a world of acceptance and equality. She is eager to begin working with her fellow coaches while building strong relationships with the students and families of Monarch.