Your child's future is our present.
Our dedicated team of experienced professionals takes great pride in working with individuals and their families in order to help them build a better future. Nothing is more important to us than the success of our clients. Our focus is not only on teaching skills that help clients be successful in the present, but to assist clients in building skills that will have lasting effects and make meaningful long-term changes in their lives.
Our Mission
Our therapists are all trained on one overall theme: From the day we begin working with a client, the goal is for that client to not need us anymore. With this in mind, all of our goals and programs are focused on increasing skills and facilitating independence. Unlike other professions, we are thrilled when work ourselves out of a job!
Experienced ABA Therapist in Carrollton TX
Brian Tanenbaum
MS, BCBA
Clinical Director
Brian is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with extensive clinical experience in serving children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities. Brian has conducted ABA services in clients' homes, schools, and communities since 2009.
Katrina Gittins
M. Ed., BCBA
Managing Director
Katrina received a Master’s in Special Education from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, as well as a Master's Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from The University of Texas Victoria-Houston. Katrina has over 9 years working both personally and professionally with children with special needs. As a parent of a child with autism as well as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Katrina has a unique insight and understanding of the challenges that families face.
Liala Tesfa
MS, BCBA
Program Supervisor
Liala has a Bachelor’s degree in ABA from the University of North Texas, a Master’s degree in Child Development and Early Childhood Disorders from University of Texas at Dallas, and a Master’s level certification in ABA from the Florida Institute of Technology. She has worked with children with special needs for over 10 years. Additionally, Liala has siblings with special needs, which gives her a unique perspective when working with families and creating goals.
Adriana Diaz
M. Ed., BCBA
Program Supervisor
Adriana is an alumnus of Texas A&M University where she received a Master’s Degree in Special Education with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis. Adriana has served individuals with Autism and their families since 2012 and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in September of 2019. Previously, she had been certified as a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst. Adriana has practiced ABA therapy in the clinical, home, and school settings.
Wendy Morris
M. Ed., BCBA
Program Supervisor
Dvanishia Alford
MS, BCBA
Program Supervisor
Zalika Joyner
MS, BCBA
Program Supervisor
Katie McDonald
M.Ed., BCBA
Program Supervisor
Katie has had a passion for working with children with special needs in high school. After studying sign language for 5 years, Katie began working in special education in 2009, teaching in a preschool for children with hearing loss and other disabilities. Katie received her undergraduate degree in Early Childhood and Elementary education in 2016. After being introduced to in- home ABA therapy in 2014, Katie decided to pursue a master’s degree in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis. She graduated from Texas A&M University in 2019 and became a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in October of 2019.
Tamara Whiteman
M.Ed., BCBA
Program Supervisor
Tamara (Tamie) has a BA in Psychology from West Virginia University and a M.Ed. from the University of Cincinnati. She obtained her ABA certification from the University of Colorado, Denver. Before pursuing her BCBA, Tamie worked as a case manager and advocate for individuals affected by a variety of developmental disabilities.
Aruna Ganapathi
M.Ed., BCBA
Program Supervisor
Aruna received a Master’s in Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Autism Spectrum Disorders and a Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona. She has an experience of more than 6 years working with individuals with special needs both professionally and personally. As a parent to a child with Autism and a BCBA, Aruna understands the perspective on both sides, which helps design effective programs for her clients.
Lance Duong
M.S., BCBA
Program Supervisor
Lance has a Bachelor's in Psychology from Southern Methodist University, a Master's of Clinical Psychology from Midwestern State University, and a Master's Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of Texas. He obtained his BCBA in June of 2019. Previously, Lance was a Registered Behavior Technician and has extensive experience as a case manager serving older adults and individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Kendall Brannan
M.Ed., BCBA
Program Supervisor
Kendall received her undergraduate degree in Special Education from the University of Mississippi in 2017. After working in a clinical setting as a Registered Behavior Technician, Kendall found her passion in pursuing a career in Applied Behavior Analysis. She graduated from Texas A&M University with a Master’s in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis. She became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Analyst in 2019. Kendall enjoys serving her clients and their families by building their confidence and focusing on each child’s unique skill set.
