Board Certified Behavior Analyst

• Sep 2018 - Present

Owner, Board Certified Behavior Analyst

• 2006 - Present

Develop comprehensive programs for children with autism in home settings using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Complete various assessments. Provide short- and long-term consultations and 1:1 instruction. Train parents and staff to implement skill acquisition programs and behavior management plans. Conduct individual and small group social skills training. Provide mentoring and supervision for BCBA candidates. Develop comprehensive programs for children with autism in home settings using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Complete various assessments. Provide short- and long-term consultations and 1:1 instruction. Train parents and staff to implement skill acquisition programs and behavior management plans. Conduct individual and small group social skills training. Provide mentoring and supervision for BCBA candidates.

BCBA, Clinical Expert

• Dec 2017 - Present

BioStream Technologies, LLC is working with The Center for Autism Research (CAR) at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) to develop a commercial-quality 3D video game to augment social skill training for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The game uses a proprietary combination of software and hardware and the company is supported by The National Science Foundation. BioStream’s game leverages behavioral and educational principles used in applied behavior analysis (ABA) to shape behavior and drive positive outcomes in the real world. The game adapts to each individual child’s performance to maximize learning and optimize engagement over time. BioStream plans to continue building, testing and refining the game with the goal of creating an engaging tool that can augment the services children currently receive from their therapists and educators. Show less

Program Director

• 2013 - 2018

Helping Improve Social-skills Through Evidence-based Practices (HI-STEP): 5-week day program focusing on developing children's social-emotional & problem-solving skills through group social skills training, individualized attention, sports/recreational activities, arts/crafts, & academic-related activities. Founded in 2000. HI-STEP is designed for children with poor social skills & problem-solving skills. The program commonly is appropriate for children with special education needs, including high-functioning Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, PDD-NOS, Non-verbal Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, & symptoms of anxiety, shyness, obsessive-compulsiveness, etc. A diagnosis or special education classification is not required for enrollment in HI-STEP. Children are grouped based upon age, strength & needs relative to the other children in the group, & based upon the determination of the best match with specific counselors. HI-STEP Summer Social Skills Program provides more frequent and more intensive social skills training compared to traditional summer programs and weekly summer social skills groups. Generalization opportunities are provided through activities recommended for the home and community, parent training, and a summary of strategies staff members found to be effective. Ages 6-17. Show less

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

• 2012 - 2018

Behavior Therapy Associates (BTA) provides clinical services, consultation and training using evidence-based approaches within the context of sensitivity and compassion while recognizing the uniqueness of each individual and setting. Provided consultative services based on extensive experience with: Pre-school aged children through adolescents Individuals with social-emotional & behavioral difficulties, developmental delays, autism & ADHD Consultation to public schools; assisting parents, teachers, & mental health professionals Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans Behavioral Parent Training Social Skills Evaluation and Training Home-based ABA programming Workshops on a variety of topics, with extensive experience training educators, parents, & professionals Show less

Parent Services Coordinator

• 2006 - 2012

Developed and conducted parent training workshops about autism and Applied Behavior Analysis. Provided training to autism professionals working in various capacities. Served as chair of the poster session at the agency’s annual regional conference. Worked with NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities and Department of Children and Families on collaborative projects. Wrote grant proposals to secure funding for autism services. Wrote agency publications about autism and evidence-based intervention. Show less

Clinic Supervisor

• 2002 - 2007

Clinic Supervisor

• 1997 - 2002