Ariel earned her Bachelors in Political Science, with a minor in Psychology from CUNY Queens College, and her Masters in Counseling, with a focus on the school setting from Manhattan College. Prior to College Steps, Ariel has experience working with individuals with special needs, and has taught children and adults in many different settings. In her free time Ariel can be found spending time with her husband, son and fur baby, traveling to exotic destinations, practicing healthy living, or curling up on the couch to watch a good movie.