About Long to Learn
Long to Learn, LLC was founded in 2025 by Jennalyn Suda, LMSW. It was founded from a simple yet powerful realization- that conversations about puberty too often begin too late, and without the trauma-informed inclusive lens that many children need.
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Drawing from years of experience in special education, school based social work and mental health, Jennalyn realized a gap in how providers, educators, and caregivers approach puberty with children who have experienced trauma, live with disabilities, or process the world differently. Long to Learn was created to fill that gap, by offering consultation, training, and family support rooted in compassion, accessibility, and early, honest education.
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The name Long to Learn reflects a shared journey: that growth, understanding, and comfort with our bodies and emotions take time, and that every learner, no matter their pace or path, deserves a guide who meets them where they are at.
About Jennalyn Suda, LMSW
Jennalyn Suda, LMSW is a school social worker and doctoral student in social work whose career has been dedicated to supporting students with complex social-emotional and behavioral needs. Jennalyn has her Bachelors and Masters degrees in social work from SUNY Brockport and is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Social Work from the University at Buffalo. With a background in special education, trauma-informed practice, restorative practices, trauma therapy, and puberty education, Jennalyn bridges the world of mental health, education, and family engagement to promote developmentally appropriate and inclusive learning experiences.
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She has presented webinars, workshops, conference sessions, and been a guest lecturer and podcast guest speaking on topics like school social work, restorative practices, trauma informed puberty education, and puberty education for students with disabilities. Jennalyn's approach is grounded in empathy, evidence-based practice, and a deep belief that every child deserves to learn about their body and emotions in a way that feels safe, empowering, and affirming