Our Team

Jennifer Abellan is a professional in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), holding the esteemed credential of Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a dedicated career. Her journey began as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), evolving into her current role as a BCBA.

Jennifer's academic foundation was cultivated at the University of Miami, where she earned her graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. During her tenure, she engaged in rigorous research and provided direct services to children at the IBIS Clinic, marking a pivotal chapter in her professional development.

At the IBIS Clinic, Jennifer operated under the expert supervision of distinguished professionals. This experience served as a cornerstone in her career, providing her with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the application of ABA principles.

Motivated by a desire to contribute to the evolving landscape of ABA, Jennifer actively participated in various activities, including research initiatives. Furthermore, her commitment extended to the UM-NSU CARD Summer Camp, where she implemented behavior procedures tailored to the individual needs of children in a classroom setting, overseeing a group of 10 children with diverse support levels.

Jennifer delved into problem behavior interventions, addressing the intricate challenges associated with behavior complexities. Her dedication extended to tackling picky eating cases, as well as demonstrating a commitment to innovative solutions for children with autism and their families.

Jennifer's journey transcends mere academic success; it epitomizes a profound passion for ABA that has been nurtured and flourished into a steadfast commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families. Her extensive experience and dedication position her as a valuable professional in the field, poised to continue contributing to the advancement of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Katherine Abellan is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). During her Master's at the University of Miami, she played a pivotal role in implementing one-on-one ABA therapy and tailoring behavior intervention plans to address the unique needs and goals of individual clients.

In addition to her work at the IBIS Clinic, she served as a Problem Behavior Clinic Practicum Student at the University of Miami. Here, she conducted various behavior procedures, including Competing Stimulus Assessments and Functional Assessments, further refining her expertise in data collection and analysis.

Her commitment to the field extended to the UM-NSU CARD Summer Camp at Tropical Elementary where she implemented behavior procedures such as picky eating and the My Way protocol. This experience involved not only creating individualized treatment plans for camp attendees but also training school staff—teachers, counselors, and volunteers—ensuring the fidelity of behavioral procedures.

Throughout these practicum experiences, she honed many skills in data-driven decision-making, collaborated actively with parents and multidisciplinary teams, and contributed to progress monitoring and reporting. Currently, she specializes in early intervention for children with autism and parent training. 

Stephanie is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who has been working with children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other pervasive developmental disorders since 2017. Her mastery of the science in combination with her love and compassion for children with developmental disorders have allowed her to help children and families with the highest level of quality care. Throughout her career, she has also provided operational and clinical leadership to several clinics in South Florida as a consultant. She has a strong enthusiasm for advocacy and the dissemination of behavior science. Stephanie received her Bachelor's degree from the University of Miami's Business School and her Master's degree in Professional Behavior Analysis from the Florida Institute of Technology. In order to pursue the highest level of education in the science of Behavior Analysis she also attended Columbia University's graduate program for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), where she specialized in verbal development of children under the direct tutelage of the esteemed Dr. R. Douglas Greer. After experiencing unethical ABA practices in South Florida working for several companies, she founded an ABA center to provide the highest level of service in 2019. She has conducted and been a part of several research studies based on the principles found in Skinner's book Verbal Behavior (1957). Stephanie can render services in English and Spanish both face-to-face and via telehealth.