Educator, Advocate, and Visionary Leader

Aralana Alexander, an impassioned educator and mental health advocate, is the driving force behind H.Y.P.E., an organization dedicated to empowering and nurturing young minds. Since its inception as a tutoring service in 2009, H.Y.P.E. has evolved under Aralana's guidance to also support youth in overcoming life's hurdles and achieving educational and employment milestones.

Holding a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Phoenix and another in Education from the University of Toledo, Aralana is deeply committed to educational excellence. Her expertise shines in middle childhood education, with specializations in Mathematics, Social Studies, and Reading.

H.Y.P.E.'s mission broadened in 2018 when it became an OMHAS certified Behavioral Health Agency, further enriched by a CARF accreditation. This expansion allowed Aralana to merge educational initiatives with mental health support, magnifying her positive influence on the community.

Leading not just H.Y.P.E. but also APA International, Corp., Aralana extends her impact from children to young adults across Toledo, Ohio, and Houston, Texas. Her multifaceted approach weaves together personal life experience as a wife and mother with her professional acumen, fostering a compassionate and supportive atmosphere in her agencies.



Aralana's unwavering commitment to youth development and mental health advocacy positions her as an essential figure in shaping resilient future leaders. She is not just an advocate but a beacon of hope for parents, educators, and community members alike.