Amanda earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s in applied behavior analysis, both from Western Michigan University.

She was named an ABA clinical director in 2021, after first serving as a BCBA and K1 program director.

Before joining the KCC, Amanda was a behavior analyst in a residential treatment facility, conducting functional analyses and developing clinical programming for children with severe challenging behavior.

She enjoys training staff and parents to positively impact the families we provide services for.

Amanda and her husband Chris have two boys.

Lindsay earned her bachelor’s degree in speech pathology and audiology from Western Michigan University and her master’s in applied behavior analysis (ABA) from Ball State University.

She was named an ABA clinical director in 2021, after first serving as a BCBA and K2 program director.

Before becoming a board-certified behavior analyst at the KCC, she worked here for many years as an ABA tech.

She says the best part of her job is learning from all of the wonderful kids and their families.

Lindsay and her husband Max have two daughters, a cat named Albie, and a French mastiff named Marty.

Lauren earned her undergrad degree in psychology from Indiana University and her master’s in applied behavior analysis from Ball State University.

Before becoming a BCBA, she was a lead RBT at KCC for five years.

Lauren is married and has a fur baby named Winston. She enjoys outdoor activities and traveling to new places. She is the oldest of three kids.

Fun fact: Lauren has lived in a Dr. Seuss-themed house!

Kristi earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Wayne State University.

She obtained her master’s in applied behavior analysis with an emphasis in autism at Ball State University.

Before becoming a BCBA, Kristi was a longtime ABA tech here at the KCC, and had previous experience as a tech at a different facility.

Outside of work, Kristi enjoys camping and going on adventures with her three kids.

Hailee graduated from Central Michigan University with a BS in neuroscience and psychology. She went on to earn her master’s in special education from Oakland University.

Hailee was an ABA tech at the KCC before getting her BCBA certification. She had previous ABA experience before that, and also worked as a psychometrist intern at a mental health facility.

Hailee enjoys reading, sports and travel. She has a poodle/yorkie mix named Poochie Edward.

Kristyn earned her bachelor’s degree in communication disorders from Central Michigan.

She was a senior ABA tech at the KCC before becoming a BCBA and has previous ABA experience in the hospital setting.

Kristyn enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family.

Kristi earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology at Central Michigan University.

She and her husband Eric have two children.

Kayla earned a BA in family life education from Concordia University. She has experience in the ABA field as both a tech and a scheduling coordinator.

Kayla has two daughters with big hearts who keep her on her toes. She loves spending time with family and friends and enjoys summertime and going camping.

Chanel earned her associate’s and bachelor’s degrees in liberal arts and sign language through a dual program from Oakland University and Siena Heights University. She also completed a large amount of coursework in psychology and sociology, graduating as a member of the honor society.

Before coming to the KCC, Chanel worked in the culinary field and often volunteered for sign language interpreting conferences. She has completed over 300 working in the sign language field. She and her husband have two children.

Taylor earned a bachelor’s degree in human biology and neuroscience at Michigan State University. She has previous experience as a registered behavior technician.

Bobbi Rhea studied at St. Clair College.

Fun fact: She is a classically trained musician.

Brenna earned her bachelor’s degree in cognitive science from the University of Michigan.

She has 2 1/2 years experience as an ABA tech.

Brenna enjoys reading history, traveling, and cooking. She loves cats and has two boys: Scooter and Louie.

Erin earned a BS in psychology at Towson University, where she graduated magna cum laude and was a member of the Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology.

She has completed additional coursework in family and human services and previously worked as a reading tutor.

Erin enjoys swimming, cooking with her boyfriend, traveling (including a trip to Alaska) and spending time with friends and family.

Helena earned a BS in social work at Oakland University. She has previous experience working with children.

Kendall is currently attending Macomb Community College.

Fun facts: She is a dual citizen and is related to actress Sharon Tate.

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Flynn is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in psychology and has experience teaching in early childhood classrooms.

Rachel earned a BS in education at Bowling Green State University, majoring as an intervention specialist. She has previous experience in elementary and Montessori schools in a variety of positions, including as a substitute teacher, teacher’s aide, and paraprofessional. She enjoys working with children and has a passion to teach.

Rachel has a golden doodle named Rusti.

Samantha earned an associate’s degree in general education from Macomb Community College and studied elementary education at Oakland University. She is currently finishing a bachelor’s degree in applied behavior analysis through Purdue Global University and hopes to continue on to earn her master’s in ABA.

Samantha has worked with young children for over 10 years in childcare facilities and preschools. Her duties grew from support staff to assistant teacher, and she took on lead teacher duties when needed.

Samantha has two French bulldogs, Moxi and Mowi, and has a lifelong love for horses and their beauty. She enjoys spending time with friends and family and being outside in nature.

Dallas earned a BA in communication sciences and disorders from Central Michigan University. She previously worked in respite and direct care at JARC and has a strong knowledge of American Sign Language.

Dallas’ favorite things in the world are her dachshund and gecko. She enjoys being active and loves to rollerblade.

Rachel earned a BA in psychology and business at the University of Michigan-Dearborn.

She has previous experience as a behavior tech.

Amira earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Michigan State, where she was named a Dow STEM Scholar. She has previous experience as a behavior technician and also as a youth and adolescent counselor.

Amira and her fiancé have a 4-year-old daughter and three pet fish, who their daughter named Auntie, Jelly, and Onion. Amira is a hairstylist at a salon and enjoys servicing women, men, and children. She is also God-centered and likes to spend time engaging in weekly church services and Bible study sessions.

Fun facts: Amira can do a backflip and hold a handstand for a significant amount of time!

Lindsay earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Central Michigan University. She has previous experience as a preschool teacher.

Lindsay has two daughters and enjoys cooking, painting, and photography.

Fun fact: Lindsay shares her maiden name, Foon, with the Remarkable Foon from Dr. Seuss’s “If I Ran the Circus,” a character who eats hot pebbles from the moon!

Jhanelly has a bachelor’s degree in biopsychology, cognition, and neuroscience with a minor in linguistics from the University of Michigan. While at UM, she earned university honors and was a James B. Angell scholar.

Jhanelly is currently completing leveling courses in communication sciences and disorders to apply to speech-language pathology graduate programs. She has previous experience as a teaching assistant at the Health System Children’s Center for the University of Michigan hospital.

Jhanelly’s first language is Spanish. She enjoys taking walks outside, trying new workout classes, and going to unique coffee shops and restaurants.

Fun fact: Jhanelly has three siblings and 72 first cousins!

Jo earned an undergrad degree in elementary and special education at Western Michigan University and a master’s in middle grades math at Piedmont University.

She is a certified teacher in special education and elementary education and previously worked in those fields.

Jo has four daughters and enjoys painting, swimming, and dancing.

Fun fact: her favorite foods are anything with cheese!

Ashley earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Michigan State University. She has previous experience as a research assistant and behavior technician.

Ashley enjoys yoga, reading, and watching movies.

Fun fact: she lived in Italy for four months during college.

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Aada earned a bachelor’s degree in fire science at Anna Maria College. She has previous experience as a nanny and a childcare teacher’s assistant.

Aada enjoys snowboard and going to the gym.

Fun fact: Aada was born in Finland.

Camryn is attending Oakland Community College. She is a certified birth doula.

Amanda earned a BS in elementary education at Grand Canyon University.

She enjoys reading and word games.

Sara has a bachelor’s degree in missiology and education from Indiana Bible College, where she earned highest honors and was named to the President’s List. She has previous experience at a learning center and managing behavioral health in a church setting.

Sara is married and has 12 sisters, including two on the autism spectrum. She enjoys reading, drawing, participating in any form of art, researching, writing, and learning new things.

Fun fact: Sara is almost fluent in Spanish and is working toward learning Arabic.

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Malina studied psychology at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, where she earned the Chancellor Scholarship. She has previous experience as an ABA technician.

Malina enjoys making art, listening to music, exercising, and watching and playing all sports. She especially loves to swim. Malina’s favorite food is sushi.

Hillary earned a bachelor’s degree in communications and social work at Western Michigan. She has previous work experience as a registered behavior technician.

Hillary enjoys reading and going to concerts. She has two cats and loves the color purple.

Shaniqua is currently attending Henry Ford Community College, working on an elementary education degree.

She loves to cook and enjoys art museums.

Laura earned a bachelor’s degree in psychological science from the University of Kore Enna and a master’s in social psychology from the University of Milano Bicocca, both in Italy.

She enjoys reading and Japanese food.