Meet Our Team of Behavior Analysts and Therapists
Maura Wamsley, MA, BCBA
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Founder/CEO
Maura earned her BA in English from Lake Erie College and her MA in educational psychology from Kent State University. She has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2010.
Maura has worked with individuals with autism and neurodevelopmental disorders since her undergraduate years. She has also worked with individuals with dual diagnoses and severe behaviors. Maura's research interests include verbal behavior skill acquisition in early learners, OBM, and assessment and diagnostics of autism spectrum disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Please contact Maura with questions about billing.
Meredith Loscialpo, MS, BCBA
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Chief Operating Officer
Meredith earned her BS in elementary education from Towson University in 2006 and her MS in behavior analysis from Simmons University in 2012. She has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2012. Meredith has worked with individuals with autism ages 18 months to 16 years. She brings a wealth of knowledge in practice management and clinical oversight to the company.
Meredith is adjunct faculty at Simmons University, for its online behavior analysis program, as an intensive practicum supervisor. She is also a faculty reader on the admissions team. Meredith loves working with behavior analysis graduate students. Her professional interests include OBM and family education.
In her spare time, Meredith enjoys spending time with her husband, sons, and dog. She enjoys listening to ABA podcasts.
Please contact Meredith about funding, schedules, and general questions.
Rachel Meech, MS, BCBA
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Senior Clinical Director
Rachel earned her BS in communication sciences and disorders from Florida State University and her MS in applied behavior analysis from Sage Colleges. She has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2017.
Rachel has experience working with children of all ages. Her research interests include diagnostic assessments and implementation of effective parent training.
Please contact Rachel with questions about your child’s therapy and goals.
Olivia Thomas, BA
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Administrative Assistant
Olivia earned her BA in criminology from the University of Denver in 2019. She has worked with individuals with learning disabilities, the Deaf community, retirement homes, student alliances, and diverse, multicultural organizations. Her research interests include racism in early 1900s America and social justice, and she enjoys music.
Tracy Holcombe, Ph.D.
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Administrative Assistant
Tracy is from Zion, IL. She earned her BS in biology and environmental studies from Augustana College in 1998, her MS in forestry from Colorado State University in 2008, and her Ph.D. in ecology from Colorado State University in 2010. She enjoys knitting, reading, being outdoors, community, and family.
Front Range Division
Sophie Vail, MA, BCBA
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Regional Clinical Director: North Denver
Sophie earned her BA in psychology from Indiana University and her MA in applied behavior analysis from Ball State. She has been a BCBA since 2017. Sophie has experience working with individuals with various neurodevelopmental disorders, ages 2 through adulthood. Her research interests include Social Thinking and early intervention. In her free time, Sophie and her husband enjoy the full range of city life: restaurants, theater, and the arts.
Please contact Sophie with questions about your child's therapy and goals.
Jessica Cooper, MS, BCBA
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Regional Clinical Director: South Denver
Jessica earned her BS in communication disorders and BA in communication studies from Southeast Missouri State University in 2013, and her MS in applied behavior analysis from Simmons College in 2016. She has been a BCBA since 2016. Jessica has worked with clients of all ages with autism, emotional behavioral disorders, and global neurodevelopmental delays. Her research and professional interests include verbal behavior, language development, play skills, and matrix training.
Stephanie Bendush, MA, BCBA
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Training Director
Stephanie is from Berkeley Heights, NJ. She earned her BS in neuroscience from Lafayette College in 2015 and her MA in applied behavior analysis from Caldwell University in 2018. She has been a BCBA since 2018. Stephanie has worked with individuals ages 3-24. Her master's thesis is titled "The Effects of 'Both' and 'Neither': Alternative Response Options on Equivalence Class Formation."
Liz Budwit, MA, BCBA
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Consultant
Liz earned her BA in psychology from the University of Colorado, Boulder, in 2011 and MA in applied behavior analysis from Ball State University in 2020. She has been a BCBA since 2020. Liz has worked with individuals ages 3-21 with autism spectrum disorder. Her research and professional interests include learners with AAC devices, services for transition-aged youth, and social skills training groups.
Benjamin Lowder, MA, BCBA
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Consultant
Benjamin is from Jackson, MI. He earned his BS in early childhood development and learning from Central Michigan University in 2016 and his MA in applied behavior analysis from Ball State University in 2018. He has been a BCBA since 2019. Benjamin has worked with individuals ages 18 months-15 years. His professional interests include multidisciplinary training, natural environment teaching, and automatically maintained behavior. Benjamin enjoys sports, hiking, skiing, camping, and spending time with family and friends.
Katie Roberts, MS, BCBA
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Consultant
Katie earned her BA in journalism from the University of Missouri in 2017 and her MS in applied behavior analysis from Arizona State University in 2019. She has been a BCBA since 2019. Katie has worked with young children through teenagers, with ASD, BPD, ODD, and Down syndrome. Her research and professional interests include stereotypy and verbal behaviors.
Melissa Schuh, MSE, BCBA
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Consultant
Melissa is from Hartford, WI. She earned her BA in psychology from University of Wisconsin, Madison, in 2018 and her MS in special education from University of Wisconsin, Whitewater, in 2019. She has been a BCBA since 2021. Melissa has a graduate certificate in applied behavior analysis and is a transition specialist and an autism specialist. Her professional and research interests include multidisciplinary practices, transition services, and school consultation/training. Melissa has worked with those in early childhood as well as with adult and vocational transitions.
Anthony Baldassari, BA, RBT
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Consultant-in-Training
Anthony earned his BA in neuroscience and psychology from the University of Colorado and is currently pursuing his MA in professional behavior analysis from Florida Institute of Technology. He has been an RBT since 2017. Anthony has worked with individuals of all ages with a wide range of neurodevelopmental disorders. His research interests include the use of ABA with individuals with traumatic brain injuries and individuals with co-morbid mental health and neurodevelopmental disorders diagnoses.
Berkeley Brown, BS, BCBA
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Consultant-in-Training
Berkeley is from Jacksonville, FL. She earned her BS in family and child sciences from Florida State University in 2015 and is pursuing her MA in special education and applied behavior analysis from the University of West Florida. She has been a BCBA since 2021. Berkeley has worked with individuals ages 2-23. Her research and professional interests include trauma-informed ABA, and the comorbidity of behaviors and psychiatric disorders.
Chelsea Holley, MA, RBT
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Consultant-in-Training
Chelsea is from Round Rock, TX. She earned her BA in psychology, with a minor in family and child development, from Texas State University in 2017 and her MA in ABA and child and adolescent development from Capella University in 2020. Chelsea has been an RBT since 2018. She has worked with children ages 2-16 with autism and selective mutism. Her professional and research interests include autism, selective mutism, and child and family development.
Ryan Horneman, BS, RBT
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Consultant-in-Training
Ryan is from Media, PA. She earned her BS in psychology from High Point University in 2017 and has been an RBT since 2020. She has worked with both elderly clients and youth. Ryan enjoys krav maga, yoga, and skiing.
Abigail Kern, BA, RBT
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Consultant-in-Training
Abigail is from Littleton, CO. She earned her BA in psychology from Azusa Pacific University in 2017 and has been an RBT since 2020. She is pursuing her MA in applied behavior analysis from Ball State University. Abigail's professional interests include traumatic brain injuries and long-term effects of early intervention. She has worked with children ages 3-18 with ASD, ADHD, and processing disorders; she has also worked with adolescents and adults with neurodevelopmental disorders and behavioral concerns.
Mike Piechowski, BA, RBT
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Consultant-in-Training
Michael moved to Denver from Green Bay, WI. He studied psychology at St. Norbert College and proceeded to work for the Wisconsin Early Autism Project from 2015-2017, an ABA program specialized to serve young individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Michael has been an RBT since 2017. With a love for the mountains, the move to Denver was a natural fit. Michael is currently pursuing his BCaBA certification. In his free time, Michael enjoys mountain biking, hiking, and skiing, but also has a passion for video games when he can’t be outside.
Rebecca Titcomb, BA, RBT
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Consultant-in-Training
Rebecca is from Henniker, NH. She earned her BA in neuroscience from Bates College in 2017 and has been an RBT since 2018. Rebecca has worked with a wide range of individuals, from preschoolers through geriatrics. Her professional and research interests include the neurological underpinnings of mental health, abnormal psychology, and holistic medicine.
Kindall Bethke, BS
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Therapist
Kindall is from Belgrade, MT. She earned her BS in human services and social science from Black Hills State University in 2020. Kindall has worked with youth 10-18 years old with mental health and behavioral concerns. Her professional interests include pursuing her MSW and working with clients who struggle with mental illness. Kindall enjoys hiking, camping, and walking her dog.
Sara Bierly, BA
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Therapist
Sara is from Lewisburg, OH. She earned her BA with double majors psychology and criminology from Ohio State University in 2018. Sara has worked in adult mental health, addictions and recovery, and criminal behavior. She plans to obtain a dual Ph.D. in psychology and sociology.
Makayla Bogema, BS
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Therapist
Makayla is from Watertown, MN. She earned her BS in social work from Winona State University in 2020. Makayla has worked with young adults ages 15-25 with autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, and traumatic brain injuries. She has also worked with elderly disabled individuals as a caregiver. Makayla's professional interests include social justice and adverse childhood experiences. She enjoys traveling, thrift shopping, and spending time with her family.
Sophie Bonilla, BSG, RBT
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Therapist
Sophie is from Englewood, CO. She earned her bachelor's of general studies, focused on applied behavioral science, from the University of Kansas in 2021. She has been an RBT since 2020. Sophie has worked with children, and her professional and research interests include data analysis in ABA and working one-on-one with children. She enjoys the outdoors, concerts, skiing, and sports.
Michelle Buhl, BA, RBT
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Therapist
Michelle is from Lake Arrowhead, CA. She earned her BA in human development and has been an RBT since 2018. Michelle has worked with children ages 3-14 and adults. Her professional and research interests include intellectual and neurodevelopmental disorders and multiple diagnoses, and she enjoys traveling.
Mikaela Kibel, RBT
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Therapist
Mikaela is from Aurora, CO. She earned her high-school diploma in 2016 and has been an RBT since 2020. Mikaela has worked with children ages 5-10 with intellectual and neurodevelopmental disorders. Her research and professional interests include pet influence on individuals with intellectual and neurodevelopmental disorders. She enjoys art and studying ancient religions, languages, and cultures.
Taylor McIntire, BA
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Therapist
Taylor is from Marion, OH. She earned her BA in psychology from Ohio State University in 2020. Taylor's professional interests include medicine and psychology, bridging the gap between physical and mental health. She enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with her niece and nephews.
Kara Nolle-Percy, BA, RBT
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Therapist
Kara is from Alton, IL. She earned her BA in counseling and student ministry from Piedmont International University in 2012 and is pursuing her MS in clinical mental health counseling through Grand Canyon University. Kara has been an RBT since 2019. She has worked primarily with students in pre-kindergarten through high school, in school, church, nonprofit, and ABA settings. Her professional and research interests include co-morbid behavioral and mental health disorders, trauma-informed disorders, and holistic care services. Kara enjoys spending time with her husband and dogs, hiking, camping, traveling, and reading.
Joseph Ortega, MA
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Therapist
Joseph is from San Bernardino, CA. He earned his BA in human communication, practical and professional ethics, from California State University, Monterey Bay, in 2019 and his MA in social innovation from the University of San Diego in 2020. Joseph has worked with students ages 0-18 in Montessori early childhood education and K-12 public schools. His research and professional interests include K-12 educational exclusion, diversity, inclusion, education equity, and education policy. Joseph enjoys spirituality, dancing, music, and outdoor recreation.
Mattea Pedersen, BA, RBT
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Therapist
Mattea is from Glenwood Springs, CO. She earned her BA in psychology from Colorado Mesa University in 2019. She has been an RBT since 2020. Mattea has worked with individuals ages 12-70 with neurodevelopmental disorders. Her professional interests include human growth and development as well as abnormal psychology.
Katie Roberts, BA, RBT
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Therapist
Katie is from Dallas, TX. She earned her BA in psychology from St. Edward's University in 2013 and is pursuing her MS in clinical mental health counseling from Capella University. Katie has been an RBT since 2018. She has worked with individuals with autism, traumatic brain injuries, seizure disorders, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. Her interests include psychology, science, art, music, and movies.
Xavier Tamez, BA
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Therapist
Xavier is from Greeley, CO. He earned his BA in psychology from the University of Northern Colorado in 2019. Xavier has worked with children in kindergarten through fifth grade in behavioral health programs. He enjoys camping, hiking, photography, art, and gardening.
Cole Tomkins, BA, RBT
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Therapist
Cole is from Brighton, U.K. He earned his BA in psychology, with minors in math and Mandarin Chinese, from University of Puget Sound in 2018. He has been an RBT since 2021. Cole has worked with young adults (18-30) with autism, learning difficulties, and challenging behavior in care homes in the U.K. Cole loves statistics! He also enjoys being outdoors and making music.
Roaring Fork Valley Division
Michelle Szydlowski, MA, BCBA
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Regional Clinical Director
Michelle earned her BA in psychology, with a minor in neuroscience, from the University of Connecticut in 2006, and her MA in applied behavior analysis from Ball State University in 2015. She has worked with individuals of all ages, managed adult residential care and behavioral needs, and supervised a wide range of staff. Michelle's research and professional interests include neurodevelopmental disorders and organizational behavior management.
Please contact Michelle with questions about your child's therapy and goals.
Sam White, M.Ed., BCBA
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Regional Clinical Director
Sam earned her BS in psychology from SUNY Oneonta and her M.Ed. in applied behavior analysis from Endicott College. She has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2016.
Sam has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of diagnoses in clinic, residential, and home settings. Her research interests include PECS, synthesized functional analyses, and the Early Start Denver Model.
Please contact Sam with questions about your child's therapy and goals.
Brittany Dimond, MA, BCBA
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Consultant
Brittany is from Warrenville, IL. She earned her BA in criminal justice from Western Michigan University in 2012 and her MA in applied behavior analysis, with an emphasis on autism, from Ball State University in 2020. Brittany has been a BCBA since 2021. She has worked with children 18 months-14 years with autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders, individuals with severe challenging behavior, and those who require early intervention. Her research and professional interests include assessment and treatment of severe behavior, precision teaching, and verbal behavior. She enjoys snowboarding, yoga, and music.
Kristi Strickland, LCSW, BCBA
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Consultant
Kristi is from Duluth, MN. She earned her BS in psychology and business administration from Valparaiso University in 2004, and her MSW from Indiana University in 2008. She has been a BCBA since 2014. Kristi has worked with individuals from toddlers through seniors, with a variety of neurodevelopmental disorders and mental illnesses; she specializes in autism spectrum disorder. Her research and professional interests include changing rule-governed behavior by changing the rules, as well as biological markers of ASD.
Karlie Colia, MSW, RBT
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Consultant-in-Training
Karlie is from Glenwood Springs. She earned her master's in social work from the University of Denver in 2015 and has been an RBT since 2017. She has worked with a wide range of individuals both in and out of ABA settings.
Marie Dohm, BS, BCBA
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Consultant-in-Training
Marie earned her bachelor's in kinesiology from Michigan State University in 2016 and has been a BCBA since 2021. She started her career working in day programs with adults with neurodevelopmental disorders. She is currently pursuing her master's degree in applied behavior analysis at Florida Institute of Technology.
Karen Murphy, MA, BCBA
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Consultant-in-Training
Karen earned her BS in special education and early education from Radford University and her MA in special education from the University of Northern Colorado. She has been a BCBA since 2021. Karen has worked with students from preschool through eighth grade and in group homes with adults with special needs. She has experience working in many roles in the school district and is currently pursuing her BCBA certification.
Karina Baker, RBT
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Therapist
Karina is from Lima, Peru. She earned her high-school diploma in 2001 and has been an RBT since 2020. Karina has worked as an early childhood educator and with many populations, including Hispanic and Latino communities.
Rocio Bautista, RBT
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Therapist
Rocio is from Eagle, CO. She earned her GED through Colorado Mountain College, Edwards, in 2007 and has been an RBT since 2020. Rocio has taught preschool to children ages 3-5.
Carrie Bascom, RBT
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Therapist
Carrie is from Rifle, CO. She earned her high-school diploma in 2017. Carrie has QMAP, CPR, and first aid certifications, and she has been an RBT since 2021. She has worked with adults ages 18 and older, including people with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and autism. Carrie enjoys hiking, camping, spending time outdoors, and family time.
Alexis Lessley
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Therapist
Alexis is from Townsend, MT. She has worked with children ages 0-8, and her professional interests include mental health disorders. Alexis enjoys hiking, cooking, and traveling.
Shana Miller
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Therapist
Shana is from Carbondale, CO. She is interested in pursuing a degree in ABA and is passionate about working with children. Shana enjoys cooking, reading, painting, being outdoors, and volunteering in the area.
Alexis Olivas
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Therapist
Alexis is from Gypsum, CO. She is pursuing her BA in elementary education at the University of Colorado, Denver. Alexis has worked with children as young as 2 years old through students in 8th grade. She values spending time with children and continuously getting to know each one of them and their interests. Alexis enjoys the sunshine, with gardening, reading outside, and spending time on the water.
Karley Ortloff, BS, RBT
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Therapist
Karley is from Waconia, MN. She earned her BS in psychology, with a minor in human development and family science, from North Dakota State University in 2018. She has been an RBT since 2020. Karley has worked with individuals with autism through equine therapy, and she has experience with middle-school students with neurodevelopmental disorders. Her professional and research interests include children on the autism spectrum, neurodevelopmental disorders, and abnormal psychology. She enjoys hiking, camping, and spending time with friends.
Casey Reeman, BA
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Therapist
Casey is from Bethlehem, PA. She earned her BA in psychology from Kutztown University in 2017 and is pursuing her MA in psychology from the University of Arizona. Casey has worked with adults, with focuses on autism, mental health, and substance abuse. Her professional interests include completing her doctorate. Casey enjoys yoga, choreography, reading, and hiking.
Lexi Cisneros Rivera, BSW
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Therapist
Lexi is from Eagle, CO. She earned her AAS in early childhood education from CMC in 2015 and her bachelor's in social work from CMU in 2018. Lexi has worked with early childhood and school-aged children, and her professional interests include preventing child abuse and neglect. Lexi enjoys spending time with family and friends and seeing new places.
Sierra Taylor
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Therapist
Sierra is from Vernal, UT. She earned her high-school diploma in 2018. Sierra has worked with individuals of all ages with special needs and has provided care for senior citizens. She enjoys doing makeup, gardening, playing video games, and shopping.
Irving Terrazas
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Therapist
Irving is from Gypsum, CO. He earned his high-school diploma and has been working with individuals with special needs since 2019. Irving has worked with students from kindergarten through third grade with autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. Irving loves music and enjoys playing video games.