The JS Story
Jordyn Shapiro is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Just Start LA, an educational company built on the belief that every client deserves personalized, holistic support to thrive — academically, professionally, and personally. Her journey began at age 15, when she started tutoring students in her community and quickly recognized the deep need for individualized guidance, especially around executive functioning and confidence-building.
A UCLA graduate with a degree in Psychology, Jordyn combined her academic background with her passion for mentorship and coaching to launch Just Start LA. What began as a small tutoring effort has since grown into a comprehensive educational hub serving tweens through adults and their families. Just Start LA is where growth begins by providing practical, personalized tools that help clients stay organized, motivated, and self-aware.
Téa Romano is the Chief Operating Officer of Just Start LA, where she plays a key role in shaping the company’s vision, programs, and daily operations. At Just Start LA, Téa is the behind-the-scenes force ensuring that everything the team delivers — from executive function coaching to creative enrichment opportunities for clients — reflects the company's core values: empowerment, accessibility, and authenticity. She is especially passionate about building systems that allow clients to feel seen, understood, and equipped to take control of their academic and personal journeys.
Today, Just Start LA stands as a reflection of our unwavering dedication to helping others not only succeed in their academics, but thrive in everyday life. Every strategy, session, and service is rooted in the core values Jordyn has carried since day one: connection, accountability, and the belief that it’s never too late — or too early — to just start.
The Just Start Way
Our Executive Function Coaches
Our JS Executive Functioning Team is certified and trained to provide you with the best expertise.
Chelsey Silverman
Anti-Boring Lab
Chelsey brings both academic training and personal dedication to her work in executive function coaching. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from UCLA and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University, with the goal of becoming a licensed therapist.
Chelsey’s passion for executive function coaching stems from her ability to connect deeply with others and her commitment to helping individuals build real-world tools for success. She focuses on personalized strategies to support time management, organization, self-advocacy, and emotional regulation. With empathy and structure at the core of her approach, Chelsey meets each learner where they are, empowering them through a collaborative, individualized process.
Téa Romano
Anti-Boring Lab
A UCLA graduate with a degree in Linguistics and Psychology and a minor in Education Studies, Téa brings a unique lens to the intersection of language, learning, and client development. Her academic training laid the groundwork for her deep understanding of how clients process information, navigate challenges, and communicate their needs, especially those who don’t always fit the mold of traditional education.
Above all, Téa is driven by the belief that real change in education starts with connection — and that when clients are given the tools, trust, and space to grow, they’re capable of extraordinary things.
Jordyn Shapiro
Executive Functioning Academy
Jordyn is known for her clear communication, strong organization, and compassionate, results-driven approach. She supports clients in building essential skills like time management, planning, task initiation, and emotional regulation — meeting each individual where they are and helping them move forward with confidence.
At Just Start, executive function coaching is central to the mission. Jordyn empowers students and adults alike to take meaningful steps toward their goals, creating personalized systems that foster accountability, independence, and long-term success. With her, “Just Start” is more than a name — it’s a mindset that turns challenges into action.
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