Natalie Barrales

Natalie was born and raised in the Bay Area. She grew up in Redwood City specifically in the community of North Fair Oaks. Natalie is bilingual, Spanish speaking, and has 10 years’ experience working with children of all ages and ability levels. She received her bachelor's degree in Psychology from University of California Santa Cruz, and her master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Dominican University of California. 

Natalie is passionate about being a catalyst for the development of confidence and thinking strategies for adults and children. Natalie values the uniqueness of everyone’s needs and enjoys the process of guiding individuals to leading independent lives. Natalie believes in the power of community as well as fueling the soul, which is why she is so excited to be a part of The Primary School.