Comments From Our Executive Director
Autism is not so much a disability as a way of being, a personality, or a form of expression.
"The creative capabilities I have seen in so many of our Autistic children have been nothing less than miraculous. Their abilities to imagine and create solutions to challenges we have yet to face or fear to face have shown a continued recurrent pattern over the years. Tracks 4 Kids exists to not only strengthen the creative potential and resiliency of these children but also to help give them a voice so the wider public can hear the songs that they sing."
— Dr. Brian Grandjean
More About Our Board of Directors
Dr. Brian Grandjean
Executive Director
Dr. Grandjean is a professional counselor in the state of Texas and has been practicing as a licensed clinician for over 12 years. He received his doctorate in marital and family therapy from TWU. As the CEO of Emerald Palace Practice, he specializes in the treatment of children with developmental delays such as Autism, Asperger’s, Social Communication Disorder, and ADHD. He has conducted seminars at various hospitals, churches, nonprofit agencies, as well as colleges and universities.
His presentations have ranged from topics such as understanding Autism and Asperger’s disorders to using the creative process to develop effective therapy strategies. Dr. Grandjean is the founder of Tracks 4 Kids.
Dr. Philip Morris
CEU Provider for Mental Health Professionals
Dr. Morris is a licensed psychologist with specialized training and experience in family psychology and clinical neuropsychology. He obtained his doctoral degree from Azusa Pacific University. Dr. Morris is the CEO of McKinney Neuropsychology, which opened its doors to the community in 2016.
Dr. Peter Secola
Director for Educational and Seminar Development
Dr. Secola is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the treatment of youth and families, particularly families who have a member on the autism spectrum. Dr. Secola obtained his doctoral degree from Azusa Pacific University.
Dr. Vernon Johnson
Secretary and Psychiatric Consultant
Dr. Johnson is a licensed child and adolescent psychiatrist and has been practicing for 29 years. He graduated from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1990. Dr Johnson currently works at the Amen Clinic located in Irving Texas.
Melissa Morgan
Financial Director
Melissa Morgan is a certified public accountant, certified consultant, and senior manager at a Dallas-based regional accounting firm. She has a Master of Business Administration degree in Marketing and a Graduate Advanced Studies degree in Accounting both from the University of Texas at Arlington.