Team Wonder is delighted to announce that Helaine Sandler has joined our leadership team as Director of Outreach and Admissions. Founders Dave Herz and Willow Rubin have known Helaine for more than a decade and have long shared a unified vision for delivering collaborative, innovative care through Wonder’s relational and family systems model. Her commitment to integrity—with the families we serve, our referral partners, and our dedicated team—deeply aligns with Wonder’s mission and values.
Helaine brings over 17 years of experience supporting therapeutic programs and guiding families through moments of uncertainty with empathy, clarity, and steady care. She is passionate about helping adolescents, young adults, and their families access the transformative support Wonder provides, ensuring every family feels welcomed, understood, and supported from their very first connection.
Known for her warmth and ability to build authentic, trusting relationships, Helaine excels in connecting with parents, clinical partners, and community professionals while clearly communicating Wonder’s approach. She is dedicated to making the admissions process transparent, hopeful, and grounded in compassion.
As she steps into this leadership role, Helaine will be partnering closely with Wonder’s Founder, Dave Herz, who will continue to provide the trusted support families expect throughout the admissions process. Together, they will ensure a seamless, relational, and deeply informed experience for every family and referral source exploring services with Wonder.
Outside of work, Helaine cherishes time with her husband, two adult daughters, son-in-law, and the joy of being a grandmother to her beautiful granddaughter. She loves baking for the people she cares about and maintains her own well-being through a dedicated Pilates practice. At home, she is happily surrounded by her two beloved basset hounds, Phoebe and Larry.
The team at Wonder is thrilled to welcome Helaine and looks forward to the leadership, heart, and expertise she brings to its community.
About Wonder:
Wonder provides a nationwide continuum of therapy and coaching for preteens, adolescents, young adults, and their families by combining individual and parent coaching with family therapy. Our approach is rooted in three main facets: the Family Systems Framework, Relationship Dynamics, and Activity-Based Support. www.teamwonder.org