My favorite part of ABA is that every day at work is completely different! You get so many new, fun, and unexpected experiences.

 In another life, I’m pretty sure that I was a lawyer!

 My favorite client memory is a client trying to convince me for 5 minutes that he was bitten by a radioactive spider and had become Spiderman, and me not realizing it until the end of the conversation.

My advice for someone starting in this field is to remember that client dignity and comfort come first, and to never hesitate to ask clarifying questions.  

If I could travel anywhere, I would travel to a beach where I could help scientists get recently hatched baby sea turtles safely to the ocean.

My favorite memory working at Dedicated Healthcare has been watching our clients graduate and spending time with our staff. 

One thing I can't live without is my family.

My most meaningful accomplishment is getting the opportunity to be a part of an amazing team at Dedicated Healthcare. 

My favorite part of ABA is celebrating the even the smallest wins with each client.

 If I could travel anywhere, I would travel back to London.

The most inspiring part of my job is supporting the staff so that they can focus on their day-to-day with clients.

If I were a dog, I would be a cat.

My advice for someone starting in this field is never forget that you are doing amazing work! I have seen clients learn so many new skills and access new areas of life that they couldn't access before.

In another life, I’m pretty sure that I was a detective.

One thing I can't live without is music!

My favorite part of ABA is teaching through play.

My advice for someone starting in this field is to have fun!

 If I could travel anywhere, I would travel to Italy.

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My favorite part of ABA is being part of the kids' lives, and having the opportunity to tell them how great and unique they are. 

The most inspiring part of my job is when I'm able to be part of the kids' progress and every time I learn from them. 

My favorite memory working at Dedicated Healthcare was my very first day meeting my clients and the incredible staff.

If I could travel anywhere, I would travel to the mountains. 

If I were a dog, I would be a Samoyed. 

In another life, I’m pretty sure I was a cat. Or a tree. I can’t decide!

My advice for someone starting in this field is that you give yourself grace! It’s all worth it in the end. 

One thing I cant live without is laughter. Laughter is joy in its purest form. 

If I were a dog, I would be a Labrador Retriever!

My ultimate career goal is to go to school to get my BCaBA! I want nothing more than to stay and continue to grow in this field.

  My ultimate career goal is to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and use psychotherapy to help my future clients achieve their full potential.

My favorite client memory is of a client who had a really great day so in return I let him and his sisters use their squirt guns on me on a hot day in August. I was soaked but had the most fun!

My favorite part of my job is watching my kiddos succeed and grow right before my eyes.

My advice for someone starting in this field is to ask questions and lean on your team; there is always more to be learned!

My most meaningful accomplishment is being a first generation college student and graduating at 19 years old with a bachelor’s in science.

My favorite part of ABA is empowering clients and families in feeling confident in the skills they acquire to promote positive behavior change. 

​The most inspiring part of my job is the safe and positive relationships that are built with clients, their families, colleagues, and stakeholders. 

My ultimate career goal is supporting families for understanding positive behavior change, growth mindsets through acceptance and commitment training, inclusion with social skills training, and using trauma informed care to ensure a safe and supportive relationship. 

My favorite client memory is getting to see my non-vocal client use an AAC device for the first time. It was beautiful to finally see this individual be heard by not just those paying attention to nonverbal cues, but by everyone in his environment. Such an empowering moment to be a part of!

My favorite part of my job is working myself out of my job by having clients and families apply the skills they have learned to their natural environment!​

My favorite part of ABA is seeing my clients succeed.

The most inspiring part of my job is knowing the hard work from both myself and my clients will help them in the future. 

My favorite part of my job is meeting new families. 

My advice for someone starting in this field is to connect with coworkers when you can and practice self-care to avoid burnout. 

If I could travel anywhere, I would travel to Europe. 

My favorite part about ABA is being able to watch the growth of my clients and see their improvements through time. It is very rewarding. 

My advice for someone starting in this field is to be patient. 

One thing I can’t live without is COFFEE! 

If I could travel anywhere I would travel to Europe. 

The most inspiring part of my job is being able to understand different perspectives. 

My favorite part of ABA is seeing how much ABA can bring families closer together because they have that extra support system and they get to witness their kiddo progressing!

My favorite part of my job is seeing the light bulb click for my kiddos and watching them hit milestones.

My advice for someone starting in this field is to give yourself grace and ask questions!!! No question is a dumb question. 

If I could travel anywhere, I would travel to the Maldives

One thing I cant live without is my faith.

The most inspiring part of my job is getting the opportunity to help clients and their families create milestones and overcome obstacles. 

If I were a dog, I would be a dachshund. 

My ultimate career goal is to become a BCBA. I would also like to open up a restaurant business that would provide jobs for people on the spectrum. 

My favorite client memory was when I taught one of my client’s how to tie his shoes and he ran to his parents and siblings to show them that he had finally learned how to tie his shoes. 

My advice for someone starting in this field is to include families in therapy sessions. Collaborating with families can create a more supportive and effective learning environment and lead to better outcomes for the client. 

 My favorite part of ABA is teaching lifelong skills through play and engaging activities.   

 The most inspiring part of my job is contributing to each child’s development and watching them accomplish their goals.

 My favorite client memory was when my client said one of their first words- “block”.

 My advice for someone starting in this field is not to give up. It may seem stressful at first, but once you get the hang of it, you’ll come to appreciate the difference you’re making in the lives of children and their families.

My most meaningful accomplishment is being the first person in my family to graduate from university.

​I joined this field because I love making a difference for kids.

My favorite part of ABA is getting to know everyone and their families.

In another life, I’m pretty sure that I was a willow tree because of how calm I am and how much I love willow trees.

My favorite part of my job is seeing my clients every morning and starting fresh everyday.

My advice for someone starting in this field is to be patient and take time to listen to your client.