Georgia

Ms. Mallory Smith is a licensed and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She attended Middle Tennessee State University where she received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Elementary Education K-6 and subsequently earned her Master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education, with an emphasis in Behavior Analysis, from Vanderbilt University. Mallory became Board Certified in January of 2013 and has provided family-centered services to young children with and without disabilities in a wide variety of settings. Her interests in the field include early language development, family and parent training, developing partnerships with schools to provide inclusive social skills groups, and building networks of special education advocates as a resource for families. When Mallory is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and two rescue dogs, Solito and Layla. Mallory is a scuba diver and spends as much time as possible in the sun and water. She is passionate about environmental issues especially as they relate to ocean ecosystems.

Lynn Rodriguez was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY and has deep familial ties. Working with children has been a passion of Lynn’s for the past 10 years. She began working in Early Intervention and decided to go back to school to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Science with a minor in children’s development. From there, she met many amazing OTs and SLPs who helped opened her eyes to the world of ABA. Once again, she returned to school and completed a Masters in Science of ABA. Lynn began working in the field about 5 years ago, accumulated her hours, tested and passed her exam. Ms. Rodriguez is now a proud bilingual (in English and Spanish) BCBA.

Skyler is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. She is a graduate from Florida State University, where she received her Master of Science degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. She has worked with individuals on the spectrum and other developmental disabilities for eight years across multiple environments: in-home, center, community, and school settings with all ages. Some of Skyler’s professional interests include early intervention, functional communication, behavior reduction, daily living skills, and social skills groups.

Her passion for helping others with disabilities started when she met Jordan, a friend who was in the special education class she was helping in. She petitioned for Jordan to make the homecoming court and she made it! Jordan was stunning, and this life-changing moment sparked her interest in researching more about autism and the field of Applied Behavior Analysis!

Her favorite thing about working in the field is seeing meaningful change in the lives of the families and clients she serves. One of her favorite quotes is: “If they can’t learn the way we teach, we teach the way they learn.” She loves being able to learn more about the field of Applied Behavior Analysis and applying what she learns to help those around her because ABA changes lives!

Aly is an experienced clinical supervisor with a demonstrated history of working in the individual and family services industry. She is skilled in research, autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, program development, and behavior modification. Aly is a strong professional with a Master of Science with a double major in both Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) and autism spectrum disorders and other developmental and intellectual disabilities (Strategist).

Aly enjoys working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and continually strives to maintain cultural competence. Aly has provided services to individuals of varying ages, in home, school, community, and clinic settings, and in four different states. She finds diversity and inclusion paramount when delivering services.

Heather earned her Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Auburn University and received her BCBA certification in 2006. She has expertise in early intervention, verbal behavior, severe problem behavior, special education, and university practicum instruction. Her experience with children and adolescents spans a wide array of settings, including private and public schools, clinic based, and in-home settings. She has nearly 20 years of experience utilizing ABA techniques in a supervisory and direct service capacity. Heather is driven by her passion to help children and families reach their highest potential and manage the unique challenges of Autism and related disorders. She is dedicated to a team approach, with multi-disciplinary providers supporting the role of the parent in their child’s road to success.