Meet Our Staff

Samantha 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. In 2018, she opened Little Lemons Therapy. She 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. Sam has three children (all boys) and enjoys traveling, cooking, and going to the beach.

 Aloha! Candice is from the islands of Hawaii and moved to Las Vegas to attend the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). Candice obtained her Bachelors of Arts in Criminal Justice & Sociology in 2016 and spent time working as an advocate for individuals who were victims of suicidal ideations, sex trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual assault. Candy began working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in 2017 and recently became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in 2020. Candy obtained her Masters of Science degree in Psychology with a specialty in ABA from Capella University. Candy's primary experience and work has been individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Her heart has always gravitated towards the younger population and she loves helping her families and seeing the change she makes in their lives! During her free time she likes to read astrology, listen to Jhene Aiko, and cook with her fiancé. 

 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 gained a further understanding of the importance of ABA therapy when her daughter was diagnosed in 2017 and is greatly appreciative of the services they received. She is usually working behind the scenes to ensure staff are able to provide remarkable services to our clients and their families. During her free time, Cassandra likes to spend time with family and friends, DIY crafts, and going to the beach. 

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.

Andy is from California and moved to Las Vegas in 2016. He received a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from HSU in 2015; a Masters of Science in Criminology and Human Behaviors from Regis University in 2018; and a Masters of Science in Psychology with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis from Capella University in 2020. Andy began working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis in 2017 as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). He became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in 2020. His previous experience includes working with adults in criminal justice systems (jails and prison), adults in residential settings, and early intervention with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). He enjoys outdoor adventures with his two dogs and his partner. His goal is to disseminate ABA and make life more meaningful for his clients. 

 Ivy was raised in Las Vegas and has called this place home for nearly twenty years. She  enjoys all things science and art. She was first introduced to the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA) when she became a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in 2017. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and Master of Science degree in Psychology with a specialization in ABA from Capella University. Ivy then became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in 2020. Ivy’s continuous passion for the field of ABA and learning has opened doors to various experiences. She has worked with children and adolescents diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In addition, she has experience working with adults diagnosed with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Ivy is committed to teaching and supporting people of all ages. In her spare time, Ivy loves to travel to gain new experiences, learn about various cultures, and try new cuisine. You are likely to find Ivy reading, cooking/baking, or hanging out with her dog.  

Carla is from Las Vegas, Nevada. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Counseling in 2008 from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She was first introduced to Applied Behavior Analysis during her undergraduate years. She spent her time working with victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Drug Abuse, and Adolescents while pursuing a career in Marriage and Family Therapy. During this time after some soul searching, Carla followed her true passion and began to work with young children as a preschool teacher and behavior technician in 2010 in Las Vegas, Hawaii, and Virginia . Her passion for working with young children on the spectrum took a whole new meaning when her son was diagnosed during her first year of graduate school.  In 2018, Carla completed her Master’s degree in Special Early Childhood Education from George Mason University, Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavioral Analysis from Florida Institute of Technology in 2020 and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in June 2021. Carla’s primary experience has been in early intervention, parent training, and working directly with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Carla is passionate about spreading Autism awareness, learning, empowering families to make changes, and advocacy. During her free time, Carla enjoys spending time with her family on road trips and singing.  

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.