Sydel earned her Bachelor's of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from Loma Linda University. Sydel is certified in Sensory Integration. For the past 22 years she has specialized in working with children with special needs and disabilities. Sydel is a consultant for the local Regional Center and various other organizations. She also taught a pediatric course for the COTA program at Loma Linda University and continues to provide educational in-services to community colleges and elementary school programs. She has a true passion for helping children and their families.