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Meet Our Staff - Admin & Supervisors

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Samantha ("Sam") Alonzo; COO, BCBA, LBA

Cassandra ("Cassie") Herrera, RBT; HR & Clinical Coordinator

Cassandra ("Cassie") Herrera, RBT; HR & Clinical Coordinator

Sam was born and raised in Florida and moved to Las Vegas in 2014. She received a Bachelor's of Arts degree from FIU in 2004; a Master's of Science degree from UCF in 2006; and a Master's of Arts degree from UWF in 2016. Sam has worked in the field of applied behavior analysis and with individuals diagnosed with Autism since 2011. Sam com

Sam was born and raised in Florida and moved to Las Vegas in 2014. She received a Bachelor's of Arts degree from FIU in 2004; a Master's of Science degree from UCF in 2006; and a Master's of Arts degree from UWF in 2016. Sam has worked in the field of applied behavior analysis and with individuals diagnosed with Autism since 2011. Sam completed courses at FIT and became a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) in 2014. In 2016, she became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in Nevada. Since then she has also obtained state licensure in Arizona and Washington. Sam is committed to cultivating an organization of ethical practitioners and effective service delivery. She has a deep love for the field of ABA and the families that she serves. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and 6 children. 

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Cassandra ("Cassie") Herrera, RBT; HR & Clinical Coordinator

Cassandra ("Cassie") Herrera, RBT; HR & Clinical Coordinator

Cassandra ("Cassie") Herrera, RBT; HR & Clinical Coordinator

 Cassandra is originally from California and moved to Las Vegas in 2016. She received her Associates in Social and Behavioral Sciences in 2015 from West Hills College. Her career started in the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) field as a receptionist and has continued to grow within the administrative side of ABA. She is usually working be

 Cassandra is originally from California and moved to Las Vegas in 2016. She received her Associates in Social and Behavioral Sciences in 2015 from West Hills College. Her career started in the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) field as a receptionist and has continued to grow within the administrative side of ABA. She is usually working behind the scenes to ensure staff are able to provide remarkable services to our clients and their families. In June 2023 she obtained her RBT certification and started providing ABA services to clients at LLT. During her free time, Cassandra likes to spend time with family and friends, DIY crafts, and going to the beach. 

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Sophia ("Sophie") Bianco; BCaBA, LaBA

Cassandra ("Cassie") Herrera, RBT; HR & Clinical Coordinator

Sophia ("Sophie") Bianco; BCaBA, LaBA

Sophia moved to the Las Vegas area at the beginning of 2018. Prior to that she lived in

Oregon, Michigan, and California. She currently has her BCaBA but is planning on going back to school for her master’s in quantitative psychology and work towards becoming a BCBA. She has two King Charles Spaniels that are not spoiled but “well taken ca

Sophia moved to the Las Vegas area at the beginning of 2018. Prior to that she lived in

Oregon, Michigan, and California. She currently has her BCaBA but is planning on going back to school for her master’s in quantitative psychology and work towards becoming a BCBA. She has two King Charles Spaniels that are not spoiled but “well taken care of”. She spends all of her free time with them, her husband, and her little sister going on adventures and reading books.

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Giovanna ("Gina") DeSimone; BCBA, LBA

Giovanna ("Gina") DeSimone; BCBA, LBA

Sophia ("Sophie") Bianco; BCaBA, LaBA

Giovanna (Gina) is originally from San Diego, California. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology in 2013 from San Diego State University. During her undergraduate years, she always gravitated towards child development-focused coursework, but didn’t start working with children until 2015 when she got a job as a behavior tec

Giovanna (Gina) is originally from San Diego, California. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology in 2013 from San Diego State University. During her undergraduate years, she always gravitated towards child development-focused coursework, but didn’t start working with children until 2015 when she got a job as a behavior technician in San Diego. After moving to Las Vegas with her fiancé in 2017, Gina began working as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). In 2020, she obtained her Masters of Science degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis from Capella University and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Gina is passionate about teaching communication skills through play and helping children learn independent self-care skills. Although she loves working with kids, she is also passionate about using ABA principles to improve employee satisfaction in the workplace. In her free time, Gina enjoys buying new houseplants and playing with her two dogs Luna and Mango. 

Macy Danner; BCBA, LBA

Giovanna ("Gina") DeSimone; BCBA, LBA

Megan Hastings; BCBA, LBA

Macy was born in the suburbs of Phoenix, Arizona and was raised there alongside her four siblings. She joined the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2019 as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) after spending the previous five years working with children. In 2020, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Cog

Macy was born in the suburbs of Phoenix, Arizona and was raised there alongside her four siblings. She joined the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2019 as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) after spending the previous five years working with children. In 2020, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Cognitive Neuroscience from Temple University located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Shortly after, Macy moved to Las Vegas, Nevada and began working at Little Lemons Therapy. She graduated from the Florida Institute of Technology (FIT) with a Master of Arts in ABA Practice in 2022 and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in 2023. Macy has worked with children on the autism spectrum of all ages and has experience in a variety of treatment settings. She strives to provide compassionate ABA services to her clients, while promoting independence and self-advocacy, and having fun along the way. Outside of the clinic, Macy can be found trying restaurants around town, watching the Philadelphia Eagles or working on a craft. 

Megan Hastings; BCBA, LBA

Giovanna ("Gina") DeSimone; BCBA, LBA

Megan Hastings; BCBA, LBA

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Damian Baum, RBT; Assistant Consultant & Clinic Assistant

Damian Baum, RBT; Assistant Consultant & Clinic Assistant

Damian Baum, RBT; Assistant Consultant & Clinic Assistant

  Damian was born in Las Vegas, Nevada and later moved to Flagstaff, Arizona where he obtained his Bachelor’s in Social Work from Northern Arizona University in 2019. After working in social services, Damian moved back to Las Vegas and continued working with children, joining the field of Applied Behavior Analysis in 2022 as a Registered 

  Damian was born in Las Vegas, Nevada and later moved to Flagstaff, Arizona where he obtained his Bachelor’s in Social Work from Northern Arizona University in 2019. After working in social services, Damian moved back to Las Vegas and continued working with children, joining the field of Applied Behavior Analysis in 2022 as a Registered Behavior Technician. Damian joined Little Lemons Therapy in February of 2024 and has since worked in a variety of settings including clinic, in-home, and schools. Damian is pursuing his BCBA and strives to encourage client individuality and independence while providing compassionate and quality ABA services. During his free time, Damian enjoys traveling with his girlfriend, going to the gym, and spending time with his cats. 

Taylor Lemons, RBT; Director of Technology

Damian Baum, RBT; Assistant Consultant & Clinic Assistant

Damian Baum, RBT; Assistant Consultant & Clinic Assistant

Taylor was bon and raised in central Florida, moving to Las Vegas in 2014. He graduated from Southwest Career and Technical Academy in 2023 with a certificate in Engineering. He currently attends Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona and is majoring in Aerospace Engineering. Taylor has a strong background in computers 

Taylor was bon and raised in central Florida, moving to Las Vegas in 2014. He graduated from Southwest Career and Technical Academy in 2023 with a certificate in Engineering. He currently attends Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona and is majoring in Aerospace Engineering. Taylor has a strong background in computers and technology, but also has the love to "do it all". He has a special connection and love for our kiddos which sparked his desire to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in 2024. Outside of school and work, Taylor enjoys going on hikes and staying active in the gym. He has a deep love for his #1 fan (his mom) and all of his younger siblings.

Meet Our Staff - Clinic Assistants & Leads

Kris Nocon, RBT; Auditor

Sonja Ortiz, RBT; Clinic Assistant

Sonja Ortiz, RBT; Clinic Assistant

 Kris is a California native who moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 2017.  She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communicative Disorders from CSUF in 2008, and began working in the field of ABA in 2005 as a Behavior Therapist in Southern California. She has obtained experience in a rich variety of settings with children and adults ages 2 to 22

 Kris is a California native who moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 2017.  She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communicative Disorders from CSUF in 2008, and began working in the field of ABA in 2005 as a Behavior Therapist in Southern California. She has obtained experience in a rich variety of settings with children and adults ages 2 to 22.  When she first moved to Las Vegas she took a position with a non profit agency that served the community of Las Vegas, and she quickly grew a passion for serving the families of the city.  Kris came to Little Lemons full time in October of 2023, and will be pursuing her BCBA.  Kris is extremely passionate about providing services for families who have children or adults on the spectrum; she also enjoys baking, collecting house plants, traveling, and spending time with her boyfriend and dog.  

Sonja Ortiz, RBT; Clinic Assistant

Sonja Ortiz, RBT; Clinic Assistant

Sonja Ortiz, RBT; Clinic Assistant

 Sonja was born and raised in Sacramento, California, and later moved from the Bay Area to Las Vegas in 2021 shortly after the onset of the pandemic. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis in substance abuse from Nevada State University, where an internship at Little Lemons Therapy introduced her to the field of A

 Sonja was born and raised in Sacramento, California, and later moved from the Bay Area to Las Vegas in 2021 shortly after the onset of the pandemic. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis in substance abuse from Nevada State University, where an internship at Little Lemons Therapy introduced her to the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This was love at first sight. Seeing the progress and care provided to clients every day inspired Sonja to continue her education. She went on to earn her Master’s of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis with a focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from Capella University, taking the next step toward becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Sonja is passionate about the relationships she builds with her clients and takes pride in the trust and rapport she has developed as an RBT and Clinical Assistant at Little Lemons. She believes every win matters—big or small—and has unwavering confidence in each child’s potential. Family means everything to Sonja. As a young mom she is incredibly proud of her teenage daughter and cherishes reminding her of that every single day. Sonja looks forward to spending time with loved ones back in California and values embracing each new chapter as it comes. 

Sydney Michaels, RBT; Staff Trainer & Lead RBT

Dana Torgerson, RBT; Social Skills Lead & Clinic Support RBT

Dana Torgerson, RBT; Social Skills Lead & Clinic Support RBT

Sydney was born and raised in San Jose, California. She has been working as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) since 2021 and has several years of hands-on experience supporting children and families. Sydney earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2021. She went on to complete her Master’s degr

Sydney was born and raised in San Jose, California. She has been working as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) since 2021 and has several years of hands-on experience supporting children and families. Sydney earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2021. She went on to complete her Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Practice from the Florida Institute of Technology in 2025 and is currently working toward becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). She is passionate about helping children build independence through self-care and daily living skills, while also fostering meaningful play and effective communication. Sydney is especially dedicated to creating engaging, supportive learning environments that help each child reach their full potential. In her free time, Sydney enjoys baking, reading, working on crafts, and spending time with her cat, Effy.

Dana Torgerson, RBT; Social Skills Lead & Clinic Support RBT

Dana Torgerson, RBT; Social Skills Lead & Clinic Support RBT

Dana Torgerson, RBT; Social Skills Lead & Clinic Support RBT

 Dana grew up in Hugo, Minnesota and earned a bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation and Human Services from the University of North Dakota in 2020. After working with children in a daycare setting, she knew she wanted to build a career supporting kids. Dana started her time in the ABA field in Minnesota where she decided to get her master's

 Dana grew up in Hugo, Minnesota and earned a bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation and Human Services from the University of North Dakota in 2020. After working with children in a daycare setting, she knew she wanted to build a career supporting kids. Dana started her time in the ABA field in Minnesota where she decided to get her master's degree in Special Education with an Emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis at Arizona State University, graduating in 2025. Dana strives to build meaningful relationships with her clients and watch them grow. She believse in honoring each client’s voice and working to make sure they are always heard. Dana is passionate about promoting self-advocacy and independence and prioritizes making sessions fun and engaging. Outside of work, Dana enjoys baking and cooking, spending time outdoors, and being around her friends, family, and cat, Tito. 

Our Honorary Lemons

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Samantha "Sammie" Dyer Rogers; BCBA, LBA

Sammie was with Little Lemons Therapy from September 2022 to August 2026 before relocating to the northeastern part of the country.  She was an integral part of LLT for nearly four years and is deeply loved, valued, and respected by all of our staff and clients. While this was a significant loss for our team, she will always have a place 

Sammie was with Little Lemons Therapy from September 2022 to August 2026 before relocating to the northeastern part of the country.  She was an integral part of LLT for nearly four years and is deeply loved, valued, and respected by all of our staff and clients. While this was a significant loss for our team, she will always have a place at LLT should she ever return to Las Vegas. We will forever be grateful for the time that we had with Sammie and we miss her dearly!

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