Abby Horton, MS, CCLS, is a Certified Child Life Specialist with over a decade of experience supporting children and families through medical experiences, transitions, and life challenges. She helps parents and caregivers feel confident, prepared, and supported as they navigate their child’s unique needs, offering practical strategies and guidance for everyday parenting moments.
Abby is especially passionate about creating supportive communities for families, with a focus on children with developmental differences, behavioral challenges, or complex medical needs. She has trained and mentored child life students and taught university-level coursework in child life theory and practice. As the founder of Little Lighthouses Child Life Services, she brings her expertise directly to families, helping parents problem-solve, build confidence, and feel seen and supported. As a new mom herself, Abby knows firsthand how important it is to find trusted guidance and a community you can rely on, and she is excited to use her experience and education to support parents through the Avocado Health platform.
Specialties:
- Child Life Support
- Medical & Life Transitions
- Developmental & Behavioral Support
- Parent Coaching
- Child Coping Skills
- Family Support