CELO

Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Transition Services are a protected right for students age 16 and older who qualify for Special Education.

These services include assessment, planning, and the development of an Individual Transition Plan (ITP) as part of a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

Yet when high school ends, many of these supports fall away, leaving young adults and their families without structure at one of life’s most pivotal transitions.

Celo Learning extends this foundation through private, personalized transition planning and future-readiness coaching for young adults age 18 and older.

STUDENT SUCCESS SERVICES

Planning the Transition to Adulthood

Celo Learning’s Signature Program provides private transition services for young adults, supporting the move from school to career and into independent, meaningful adulthood.

What We Offer

Our services extend beyond what schools typically provide, supporting growth in:

Executive Functioning and Self-Management
Career Readiness and College Success
Social-Emotional Skills and Relationship Building
Independent Living Preparation

Every young adult, whether or not they have an IEP, 504 Plan, or formal diagnosis, deserves the tools to thrive. Using evidence-based approaches, including the UCLA PEERS® social skills framework, we help students build confidence, strengthen resilience, and take meaningful steps toward their goals in education, work, and life.

The Transition Planning Process

Our process is structured, individualized, and designed to create momentum.

1. Initial Assessment and Planning
Comprehensive interest inventory and strengths-based evaluation.

2. Interpretation
Translation of results into aligned opportunities across education, career, and independent living.

3. Weekly Coaching Sessions
Personalized instruction targeting executive functioning, social-emotional growth, and readiness skills.

4. Person-Centered Plan Development
A clear, actionable roadmap for education, employment, and independent living.

Deliverable: Individual Transition Plan (ITP)

Each client receives a personalized plan that:

Defines strengths, goals, and next steps
Provides practical strategies and tools for immediate use
Coordinates supports across education, career, relationships, and independence

This is a working roadmap for real-life progress.

Funding and Partnerships

Private Pay Students (U.S. and International)
Ideal for international students and families outside California

Regional Center (California Residents Only)
Services may be funded for eligible individuals with disabilities

Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
Eligible students may access services for transition and employment readiness

Celo Learning collaborates with each family to identify the best funding pathway, ensuring access to the tools and opportunities needed to transition with confidence.

CELO GATEWAY

À La Carte Coaching and Transition Support

Celo Gateway offers one-on-one coaching for individuals seeking targeted support in education, employment, relationships, and life transitions.

Gateway Services Include

Goal Development and Progress Monitoring
Postsecondary goal setting with ongoing progress reviews

Financial and Economic Literacy
Budgeting, scholarships, and aligning academics with career goals

Graduate and Professional School Support
Application strategy, test preparation, and financial aid guidance

Transfer Support
Advising for students transitioning from two-year to four-year institutions

Coaching and Skills Training
Executive functioning, Dialectical Success Skills, interpersonal effectiveness, and professional readiness

PEERS® Social Skills Coaching
Evidence-based social skills training for young adults, focused on building and maintaining friendships, navigating social situations, and developing meaningful relationships.

PRIVATE PAY PRICING

Initial Transition Assessment and Interpretation
$650 one-time

Weekly Coaching Sessions and Person-Centered Plan Development
$180 per hour, as needed

Package

A structured, start-to-finish pathway for clients ready to move forward with clarity and consistency.

CELO LEARNING

Learn More About Ms. O'Halloran

Kathleen M. O’Halloran is a California credentialed Special Education Teacher (Education Specialist, MMSN with Autism Authorization) and a Certified Wellness Coach II designated by the California Department of Healthcare Access and Information (HCAI). She also holds a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential with English Learner Authorization and brings experience teaching students from kindergarten through age 22, as well as adult learners, including multilingual learners developing language proficiency while accessing rigorous academic content. She is a member of the Council for Exceptional Children, Division on Career Development and Transition, and a member of the American Psychological Association Division 25 Behavior Analysis, where she was elected to Teacher status in 2025. She serves on the Board of Governors for the USC Alumni Association as the appointed representative for the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy and participates in the California Department of Public Health Safe Schools Team. Kathleen is the Founder of Celo Learning, where she provides instruction in the UCLA PEERS® Clinic curriculum, specializing in Universal Design and access. She has served California public schools from 2017 to 2025, supporting students with diverse learning, behavioral health, and transition needs.

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