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WellCare Pediatric Therapy Specialists offer:
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Center-Based and Home-Based ABA Services
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Clinic
WellCare Pediatric Therapy Specialists offers personalized, intensive services to children ages 2 - 12 in our BCBA clinic providing behavioral evaluation and ABA Therapy (Applied Behavior Analysis) for children with autism spectrum disorders.
Our clinic setting offers windowed private therapy rooms equipped with cameras, a sensory break room, an open group space, and access to the park and playground right outside our door. Outside service providers are also welcome to work with clients within our facility allowing for our clients to receive all their services within one location and increasing collaboration between all members of the team.
WellCare Pediatric Therapy Specialists provide ABA services at our clinic, located at 5446 N. Academy Blvd, Suite 204, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday - Saturday, by appointment only. 
Individualized Behavior Intervention Plans
One-on-one services are provided within spacious private therapy rooms with daily direct service and supervision provided by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA).
Children attend our program daily for 17.5 hours per week (part-time) or 35 hours per week (full-time) at our clinic. Each child receives a great amount of attention, support and high-quality individualized services, including access to a multi-disciplinary team of ABA, Occupational, Physical and Speech therapists. Our team-focused approach includes BCBAs who also work directly with children and provide parent training and in-home support.
Each child within our program receives a fully individualized Behavior Intervention Plan containing developmentally appropriate skill acquisition goals meant to target the core deficits of autism. Services are provided across all environments (clinic, home, and community) and progress is tracked daily allowing for on-going modifications to accelerate success.Home & Community ABA Therapy
We encourage learning skills in various natural environments rather than at a table. Our program includes daily integration within the community with daily walks and playground time as well as weekly outings to restaurants and shopping where we may then focus on behavioral and functional skills within the natural environment. Our group activities also allow our clients to receive one-on-one support to facilitate learning and social interactions with peers.
Our unique location backs to the Garden Ranch park and playground and is within walking distance to key community locations. We believe in the importance of integrating our clients into the community as much as possible to generalize learned skills to real world settings.
Plans are comprehensive to help each child reach their maximum potential to function independently and actively participate at home, in school and in the community.
Everyone Who Enters Our Care is Family
As a locally owned family-focused company, WellCare Pediatric Therapy Specialists takes a very personal approach to developing individualized ABA treatment plans.
We work to get to know our children as unique individuals and work alongside families to educate, encourage and nurture their children's full potential.
We believe having a consistent daily routine is important for our children's success and helps prepare them for transitioning into an educational setting. Research has shown that intensive ABA treatment is the most effective, especially for younger learners, and we are able to make great strides with language, toilet training, and various other skills that require more time and intensity than the child might otherwise receive in home, school, or with more limited services.
Meet Our ABA Team
Nicole Norris, MS, BCBA
BCBA Clinic Coordinator BIO
Nicole began her education in behavior analysis as an undergraduate at the University of Kansas where she graduated in 2013 with a degree in Applied Behavior Sciences with an emphasis in early childhood education & intervention. While at the University of Kansas, Nicole worked as Research Assistant in the Applied Behavior Analysis Department and as an Assistant Lead Teacher in a preschool program. She earned her certification as a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) in 2013. Nicole graduated from the Sage Colleges in 2016 with Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis with a focus on autism and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst that same year. She has been providing behavioral services to clients with autism and their families since 2011 and has served in a leadership role as a Clinical Director of a large ABA clinic for the past two years. Nicole enjoys working directly with clients as well as training professionals and parents in ABA principles. |
Jaime Wyman, MA, BCBA
BCBA Clinic Coordinator BIO
Jaime graduated from National University in 2016 with a degree in Psychology. She earned her Master’s in Behavior Analysis from Florida Institute of Technology in 2019 and has completed her intensive practicum requirements at WellCare. Jaime has worked in the field of ABA for over 3 years. She earned her RBT credential in 2016 and her certification as a Qualified Autism Service Professional (QASP) in 2019. Jaime relocated from Florida to join the WellCare family in 2017. |
Katie Stephens, MA, BCBA
In-Home ABA Program Coordinator Bio
Katie began her career as a teacher in 2007 while working with families and children ages 3-5 years old. After graduating with her BA in Early Childhood Educational from Colorado Christian University (CCU) in 2009, she began teaching in the elementary setting and worked to obtain her MA in Curriculum Instruction and Design from CCU in 2012. Katie holds a Colorado Special Education license as well as an Elementary Education license. While teaching in the general education setting, she discovered her passion was working with at-risk students in the special education setting. She earned her certification as a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst in 2019, after graduating from the University of Northern Colorado with a MA in Special Education Intervention, with an emphasis in Applied Behavioral Analysis. Since earning her BCBA, she has worked primarily in the in-home setting, providing ABA services to children in the home, community and school settings. Katie enjoys working with the kids and families, and providing training to professionals in the field of ABA. |
Abby DeVito, MA, BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Bio
Abby graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Arizona State University in 2017. In 2019, she realized that she desired a career that more directly served those around her, so she joined the field of ABA. Since becoming an RBT in July of 2019, Abby has worked with clients age 2-54 years old with a variety of diagnoses including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down syndrome, ADHD, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Because Abby wants to be a BCBA, she is in the process of earning her Masters degree in Special Education (ABA) from Arizona State University. She looks forward to a career devoted to helping clients grow in meaningful ways and supporting the families of individuals with special needs. |
Ashley Elliott, MA, BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Bio
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Shannon Garrett, MA, BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Bio
I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology in 2014. During this time, I stumbled upon the field of ABA from my classmates. Once I started working in this field, I knew this is what I wanted for my career! In 2018, I received my Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism. I have worked in the field for seven years as an RBT, QASP and finally a BCBA. I enjoying working with kids and knowing that our work together will impact the rest of their lives. I have an 18-month old daughter and when I'm not working, my world revolves around her. |
Mackenzie Hirn, MA, BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Bio
Mackenzie graduated from Northern Michigan University with a degree in psychology and an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis in 2016. Mackenzie began providing ABA services to children with autism in 2017. Mackenzie has previous experience working with children with autism in educational and clinic-based settings and has previously worked as a therapist for clients with severe behavioral challenges at the New England Center for Children in Massachusetts. Mackenzie earned the BCBA credential in 2022. |
Ryan Johnson, MA, BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst BIO
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Christine Kim-Gonzalez, MEd, BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Bio
Christine began her career in the field of ABA in 2011 and obtained her Masters in Education in Instruction and Curriculum with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University in 2018. Christine has worked in the field of ABA for over 10 years. She has worked with clients as young as age 2 up to 67 years old with a variety of diagnoses in the home, school, adult day program, and group home settings. She obtained her certification as a BCBA in 2020 and has primarily been working in the home and school settings since then. Christine loves seeing her clients' confidence grow along with their progress. She loves working with the clients and parents, as well as providing training of ABA principles to all involved with our clients' treatment plans. |
Courtney Arbildo, QASP, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
Courtney graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2015 with a Bachelor's in Psychology. She began working in the field shortly after, earning her RBT certification in 2016 and her QASP certification in 2018. Before moving to Colorado, Courtney provided services in-home and in-clinic in southeast Georgia. When she's not working, she spends time with her husband and two kids, playing video games and trying new coffee shops. |
Olivia Lacewell, QASP, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
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Mollie Crown, BS, RBT
Senior Registered Behavior Technician Bio
I graduated from Liberty University in 2019 with a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education and Behavior Sciences. During classes I learned about ABA therapy and specifically about what it is to be an RBT. I first became interested and wanted to work with Children with Autism after a peer partner club in middle school. After obtaining my RBT certification in 2019, I began clinic-based ABA therapy at Center Autism and Development Center in Virginia. I have experience working with the special needs population ranging in ages from 2 to 14 years old. I am motivated daily by my love for children and their smiling faces. I cannot wait to learn more and gain experience while working with children with Autism. |
Brianna Higbee, RBT
Senior Registered Behavior Technician Bio
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Emily Paduch, BA, RBT
Senior Registered Behavior Technician Bio
Emily graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2019 with a degree in Psychology and two minors in American Sign Language and Spanish. She earned her RBT title in 2019 and has been giving ABA services both in home and in center for one year. Emily has years of previous experience working with children alongside occupational therapists in various settings. Emily is pursuing her BCaBA to eventually become a BCBA. When she's not working, she enjoys painting and spending time outdoors. |
Jordan Brausen, BS, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
Jordan was born and raised in Minnesota and moved to Colorado in early 2021. She graduated from Winona State University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Science. She is currently working on her Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. During her free time she enjoys spending time with family and friends and talking her cats on walks. |
Erica Carpenter, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
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Haley Carter, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
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Zachary Cruz, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
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Madisen Davis, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
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Matthew Farr, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
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Jacob Fragoso, BS, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
Jacob is a graduate of Northern Illinois University, where he received a BS in Human Development & Family Sciences: Family Social Services. Jacob has worked as a Behavior Technician for a little under two years, and recently obtained his RBT certificate in February 2022. He recently moved from Chicago to Colorado Springs, and enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, rock climbing, and playing sports. Jacob is super excited to join the WellCare team! |
Kasi Harding, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
Kasi grew up volunteering at camps for kids with special needs and in the Special Olympics. It was in high school that she realized she had a passion for ABA and developing the strengths of children. Kasi enjoys viewing the different perspectives of children and feels we have much to learn from them. |
Alyssa Johnson, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
My name is Alyssa Johnson and I have worked as a RBT since April 2019. Two of my brothers have autism and that’s what originally inspired me to work with children that are on the autism spectrum. Everything that I learn as a RBT, I communicate with my mom so that she has all of the tools to help my siblings. Working with children has always been the dream for me. Currently, I am enrolled in school as a Psychology major and plan to pursue my Masters degree afterwards to become a BCBA |
Jessica Lane, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
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Gizza Larose, BA, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
Hi i'm Gizza, you can call me Gigi. I love art (writing poems, singing, dancing, drawing). I'm all about self care, mentally, physically, and emotionally! I am pursuing a Bachelors degree in clinical psychology. I want to work closely with adolescent youth. I come from a background where mental health have no importance, and I want to be the change to that mindset. All it takes, is one person to be the beginning of change! |
Rebecca Leet, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
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Kelli Ringdahl, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician Bio
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Erika Santiago, BA, RBT
Registered Behavior Technician |