About the Roots Foundation

Our Mission & Vision

Mission: The Roots Foundation is dedicated to removing financial barriers to therapeutic and wellness services. We provide funding for a range of holistic and comprehensive support services, connecting families with the resources they need to address challenges at their source and build a foundation for lasting well-being.

Vision: We envision a world where every family has the opportunity to heal and thrive. By funding holistic, root-cause-focused treatment, we aim to reshape generational trajectories and create a future where access to quality care is a reality for all.

Our Story

The Roots Foundation was born from a deep understanding of the gap between needing help and being able to access it. As an extension of Roots Therapeutic Specialty Services, we witnessed firsthand how financial constraints often prevented families from receiving consistent, high-quality care. We saw the profound impact that timely, comprehensive support could have and knew we had to do more.

Driven by the belief that everyone deserves the chance to rewrite their story, we established The Roots Foundation. Our purpose is to bridge that gap, creating a direct pathway to the life-changing services offered by our clinical partners. We are more than just a funding source; we are a partner in healing, committed to planting the seeds of hope and empowering families to grow stronger from the ground up.

Meet Our Board

Diana Osipsov, PhD

Founder & President, Treasurer

Dr. Diana Osipsov is the founder and president of The Roots Foundation, a nonprofit committed to breaking down barriers to quality, specialized care for individuals in need. Specializing in treating complex trauma, attachment disorders, and neurodiversity, Dr. Osipsov is passionate about guiding individuals toward hope and healing through innovative treatment approaches. With over a decade of hands-on experience working in diverse clinical settings and in collaborative partnerships with schools, legal systems, and local organizations, she is deeply invested in empowering communities and transforming lives, ensuring that families receive comprehensive support tailored to their unique needs. Her commitment to making quality, expert care accessible to all individuals prompted her efforts to launch The Roots Foundation and provide a beacon of hope for those seeking specialized treatment services and supports.

Tim Osipsov, BSE

Vice President

Tim Osipsov is a dedicated board member of Roots, bringing a unique blend of engineering expertise and innovative problem-solving skills to the organization. His strong background in systems design provides a fresh perspective on enhancing operational efficiency within the nonprofit sector. A passionate advocate for community engagement, Tim is committed to promoting awareness and accessibility of vital services. His analytical mindset and strategic thinking enable the board to effectively tackle complex challenges, maximizing resources to benefit the families and individuals served by the organization. With a focus on sustainability and long-term success, Tim plays a vital role in guiding The Roots Foundation toward serving the community at large.

Brandi Kulikov-Ramirez, PhD

Secretary

Dr. Brandi Kulikov-Ramirez brings a wealth of expertise in infant and early childhood development. With an extensive career focused on post-partum work and a doctoral degree in infant and early childhood development, she specializes in supporting families during critical transitions and understands the complexities of parenting children with neurodiverse presentations. Brandi is deeply committed to trauma intervention and providing comprehensive support for all individuals. Her passion for enhancing the lives of families drives her advocacy and community engagement efforts, ensuring that the nonprofit foundation effectively addresses the needs of those it serves and expands access to vital resources and services.

What Makes Us Different

We believe that effective change happens when we address the underlying cause, not just the symptoms. Our approach is built on three core principles that set us apart:

  • A Focus on Root-Cause Treatment: We don’t just put a temporary fix on problems. We fund comprehensive, interdisciplinary care that seeks to understand and heal the origins of a family’s struggles, fostering sustainable change.
  • Ongoing Partnership: Our support doesn’t end after a few sessions. We are committed to an ongoing partnership with recipients, ensuring they have the support needed to see their treatment through to completion and achieve their wellness goals.
  • Seamless Clinical Integration: Our close relationship with Roots Therapeutic Specialty Services and other clinical partners allows us to provide a seamless, trusted pathway to care, eliminating the stress of finding qualified and aligned providers.