About

I’m Pamela Manke-Weikel, LPC, BCBA, LBA, founder of Foundational Waves Therapy. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over 13 years of experience supporting young children and their families.

I created Foundational Waves Therapy to provide thoughtful, individualized support for young children and caregivers navigating emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. My goal is to help families feel more understood, more supported, and more confident in the path forward.

My approach is rooted in the belief that children benefit most when support is compassionate, practical, and tailored to their real lives. I look at the full picture — not just the behavior itself, but the emotions, environment, relationships, routines, and developmental needs surrounding it.

As both a counselor and behavior analyst, I bring an integrated perspective to my work. This allows me to support families in understanding what may be underneath challenging behavior while also building practical strategies that lead to meaningful change.

I value collaboration, clarity, and meeting families where they are. My goal is to help caregivers feel more supported and confident while helping children build stronger emotional and behavioral foundations over time.

Whether we are working through therapy, parent coaching, behavioral consultation, or support in natural settings, I aim to create a space that feels warm, respectful, and grounded in each family’s unique needs.