The Resource Architect
Hi, I’m Dr. Desirie Sykes, a passionate advocate, businesswoman, and proud mom on a mission to build a society that truly supports mental health and special education. My dedication is deeply personal: I know what it’s like to be at the beginning of a mental health journey and not receive the proper care. That experience,
combined with my work supporting families navigating special education, has shaped my absolute commitment to change the system from the ground up. I know that resources are how we grow, and it’s my passion to connect them directly to communities.
As a public speaker and the author of the workbook "Who Do You Think You Are?", I share not just hope, but actionable resources that anyone can use to catalyze change in their own lives and communities. My talks transcend awareness, focusing on the practical steps to foster inclusion and resilience. Through my work and the resources I champion, I aim to give people the inspiration that sparks action, leaving every audience member fully empowered to demand and create a more just and supportive future.
🎬 Docuseries Feature: The Making of an Entrepreneur
Dr. Desirie Sykes was featured on the docuseries, "The Making of an Entrepreneur," directed by Che Brown. This intimate feature explores Dr. Sykes's candid journey through the ups and downs of her mental health struggles and the critical moment she learned to identify her own superpowers. The segment reveals how this radical self-discovery became the foundation for her life's work: the creation of both NESS Behavior Consulting and the nonprofit NESS Cares Inc. It is a powerful testament to turning vulnerability into vision and using personal healing to build a platform that serves the community.
Discovering Your New Identity | The Black Girl Encourage-Her
Join us for a deeply moving episode of The Black Girl Encourage-Her as Desirie Sykes, CEO of NESS Behavior Consulting and NESSCARES, opens up about her personal mental health journey. Through her heartfelt message, she shares how her struggles gave birth to something beautiful. Desirie passionately advocates for mental health awareness and supports special education through her non-profit organization. She challenges and inspires you to answer the powerful question, "Who do you think you are?"—a question that can unlock immense personal growth and healing.
TashaTalksLife:
Parents of Children with Special Needs: What You SHOULD Know
Attention educators, parents, and all family members of students with special needs! Tune in to this enlightening episode featuring Desirie Sykes, the founder and president of Ness Behavior Consulting. Join us as we delve into how her company enhances the capacity of school professionals to address students' needs through behavior specialist services. This episode is packed with valuable insights and is a must-listen for anyone involved in supporting students with special needs. Don't miss out!
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Talk the Talk Episode #5 with Desirie Sykes
On this episode of Talk the Talk, Janine and Toni-Ann speak with Desirie Sykes, the founder, and president of Ness Behavioral Consulting. Desirie and her team of Board Certified ABA therapists provide evidence-based treatment designed to help children with a primary diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. They also pair Parent Training with ABA therapy to help parents and guardians effectively maintain their child's new skills and behaviors.
