Administration
Laura Lajewski
Executive Director
Laura.Lajewski@compassboston.org
Education: Masters in Education – UMass Amherst; Ph.D. – UMass Boston
Year Started at COMPASS: 2010
“In both programs, COMPASS helps youth and families build the skills they need to move forward in their lives. COMPASS is a unique place with an amazing group of hard-working, dedicated people. We are all different, but we come together with the same mission of helping and supporting others.”
Sandra Skinner
Senior Director of Administration
Sandra.Skinner@compassboston.org
Education: Masters in Counseling Psychology – Lesley University
Year Started at COMPASS: 1987
“I have worked for COMPASS my whole professional career because our priority has always been the students and families we serve. We do great work! I have been lucky to hold many different leadership positions here, which have allowed me to grow both professionally and personally. COMPASS has always managed to attract great employees, making my working environment fantastic.”
Terence Belli
Director of Clinical Services and Director of IT
Terence.Belli@compassboston.org
Education: Masters in Social Work (MSW) – Salem State University
Year Started at COMPASS: 1990
“COMPASS is a very supportive setting, that builds strong relationships with students, parents, guardians, and collaterals. We strive to build capacity and help students reach their full potential. Additionally, it is great to use technology to help our staff, students, and clients succeed.”
Matthew Lynch
Director of Facilities
Matthew.Lynch@compassboston.org
Education:
Year Started at COMPASS: 2008
“COMPASS is a wonderful community of people. We are mission focused and ready to tackle any problem. The work we do with our students and families is extremely important. I know COMPASS is up to the task. The organization has grown so much, I’m excited to see what the future holds.”
Veronica Parsloe
Director of Community Engagement & Development
Veronica.Parsloe@compassboston.org
Education: Business Administration - Boston University
Year Started at COMPASS: 2025
“COMPASS has a strong reputation for transformative work, providing not just services but real opportunities for growth and stability. My journey so far has been deeply fulfilling as I get to know the team, strengthen partnerships, expand community-focused initiatives, enhance awareness and build support for the remarkable impact this organization continues to make through its growth.”
Community Services
Louise Pacheco
Director of Community Services
Louise.Pacheco@compassboston.org
Education: MS, Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Southern New Hampshire University
Year Started at COMPASS: 2013
“COMPASS makes a difference in our families’ lives everyday. Our staff has a unique ability to make positive changes within their families lives. COMPASS has the ability to put smiles on our clients’ faces even when they are having a hard day.”
Takia Fields-Palmer
Clinical Director
Takia.Fields-Palmer@compassboston.org
Education: Masters in Education, Counseling Psychology – Cambridge College
Year Started at COMPASS: 1999
“COMPASS is just like our families, ever evolving, but one thing that will always remain the same is the passion to persevere.”
Vanessa Tifa
CSS Program Manager
Vanessa.Tifa@compassboston.org
Education: Master's in Education Counseling Psychology - Cambridge College
Year Started at COMPASS: 2010
“COMPASS provides hope to families who may feel like they have run out of options. Our ability to build meaningful connections and plant seeds that may one day grow into lasting change is one of the most rewarding parts of this work.”
COMPASS School
Keir Araujo
Director of COMPASS School
Keir.Araujo@compassboston.org
Education: Masters in Counseling Psychology – Cambridge College
Year Started at COMPASS: 2011
“COMPASS is important because of the effort we make to have a positive effect on the children and families we work with.”
Ricky Montesino
Admissions Coordinator
Ricky.Montesino@compassboston.org
Education: Master's in Criminal Justice - Curry College
Year Started at COMPASS: 2008
“When an agency has been in existence for more than 50 years, it is a testament to its value and longevity. More importantly, it reflects the meaningful impact the agency continues to have on the students, clients, and communities it serves. While no agency is perfect, COMPASS remains committed to fulfilling its mission and continuously strives to improve the quality of its services and support.”
Miriam Bromfield
Education Coordinator
Miriam.Bromfield@compassboston.org
Education: M.Ed Special Education, Severe and Moderate Disabilities - Lesley University
Year Started at COMPASS: 2020
“The resilience of the students at COMPASS amazes me every day. Getting to be a part of their growth and learning, navigating the challenging times and celebrating the successes is my inspiration for working at COMPASS.”