Lee received a Master of Science in Education degree from Indiana University and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her life purpose has been centered around advocating for others. She worked as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for children in need of services and served on the Fort Wayne Community School Board for eight years. Lee provided mental health counseling to children, families, couples and individuals for more than twenty years and has 15 years of experience as a behavioral consultant. She enjoys working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, their families, and caregivers in a variety of settings including home, community, and day programming.

Lee is passionate about teaching and motivating individuals to live a full and happy life with a focus on enhancing social and communication skills, interpersonal relationships, and building on personal strengths to live life with pride and purpose.

Lynn is a Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Therapist with over thirty years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked in many settings including outpatient mental health, residential programs, inpatient programs, criminal justice systems and in private practice. She has been a behavioral consultant for eight years. She was a two term president of the Governor's Task Force on Women's Heath Issues for the state of Indiana. She was the founding member of ICAADA's Drug Certification Drug Board and served as president of that board. She has extensive training in the field of psychotherapy, including diagnoses, psychopharmacology, treatment techniques and interventions. She is a current member of the Indiana Association of Behavioral Consultants.

These experiences provide Lynn with a vast knowledge base to address the needs of all she works with, including those with Autism, Intellectual Disabilities and particularly those with dual diagnoses.

In her spare time Lynn loves spending time with her family, gardening, fishing, playing on Pinterest, collecting heart shaped rocks, and reading mysteries.

Allie graduated from Indiana Tech with her bachelor's degree in recreational therapy in December of 2021 and her masters degree in psychology in May of 2023. During her time at Tech, she was a student athlete and played center back on the varsity women's soccer team. After finishing her undergrad degree she obtained a her masters degree in psychology. She has worked as a recreational therapist and behavior consultant ever since.

Guided by her personal values and drive, Allie is very passionate about helping her clients achieve independence and reach their goals!

Allie enjoys spending time with family, her boyfriend, friends, and being a dog mom to her three frenchies: Millie, Maddox, & Eadie! Allie enjoys sporting different sneakers and keeping up with the latest trends. A sports lover at heart, Allie also has experience of extending her professional knowledge to young athletes and holding a position as a mental health coach at the collegiate sports level.

Allison received her Master's in Social Work from Indiana University South Bend. She has experience working with homeless and runaway youth. Allison also has experience working at a residential facility with children ranging from ages 6-18. She was able to gain extensive insight and skills from the facility. She is equipped in facilitating small group therapy sessions, as well as some training in the alternative school system. Allison is open to expanding her horizon by working with all ages and populations. She is excited to kickstart her Social Work career to make a difference in everyday lives.

In her free time, Allison loves going to the beach, baking sweet treats, and hanging out with her family and friends.

Alyson Campbell holds a Bachelors in Exercise Science from Anderson University and a Masters of Recreational Therapy from Indiana University. While in school, she had volunteer opportunities that inspired her to follow her passion of helping individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities to develop skills to become their best selves. She became a Direct Support Professional (DSP) while she was obtaining her CTRS in 2021. She brings creativity and high energy to all she works with.

Outside of work, Alyson enjoys being surrounded by friends and family. She enjoys being outdoors, playing with her dogs, and being next to a campfire.

Calista received her degree in Recreational Therapy from Indiana Tech in 2021. While achieving her career goals and dreams, Calista was also able to fulfill her love of softball while playing on the women's team. After graduation and completion of her certification, Calista started working in Medicaid Wavier programs and loves every minute of it. Calista is a passionate and fierce advocate that has a strong desire to see her clients thrive and increase confidence. Being an advocate, ally, and all around supporter of her clients goals and desires is truly what inspires her.

When Calista isn't working, she enjoys spending time with her wife, their adorable puppies: Sunie & Java, her family and friends. Calista also enjoys playing in an adult softball league, going to Cedar Pointe, relaxing in her hammock, and binge watching her favorite shows.

Donyelle is exceptionally skilled at providing a safe space for individuals to grow and reach personal goals. Working in public education for 20 years, Donyelle made it a point to reach every student utilizing the knowledge and skills gained from an undergraduate degree in fine arts and a graduate degree in education. After her tenure in the classroom, Donyelle spent time in the Sacred Valley of Peru. There she was immersed in a transformational yoga teacher training led by master instructors from the School Yoga Institute and earned her RYT 200 certification.

Through a combination of her expertise in yoga, breath-work, and mediation along with her background in education and art Donyelle provides a unique perspective and approach as a behavioral consultant to best serve individuals with special needs. Donyelle has always had a passion for teaching and helping others and continues to add to her toolbox with continuing education in therapy, counseling, and coaching.

Jimmie received a Master of Science in Psychology degree from Purdue University Global. Previously, he has provided care for individuals with disabilities in the role as a Supported Living Program Manager, gaining knowledge of Waiver homes and working closely with Case Managers and Behavioral Consultants. He has worked in other roles as a social worker including a skills coach and addictions counselor. He has 5 years experience working with adults and children of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jimmie is most willing to advocate for his clients and works hard to develop creative solutions for difficult situations. He has engaged individuals in many social and physical activities, to assist in building healthy minds and bodies of those he serves.

In his spare time, he spends time with his daughter and training for ultra marathons. His hobbies including exercise, reading, and trail running/hiking. He hopes to one day hike the entire Appalachian Trail in its entirety.

Kimberly is a graduate of Indiana State University in the study of Recreation Management with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation. In her over 25-year career Kimberly has felt blessed to work not only in different areas in her career, but, also in different states. She has been a Direct Support Professional, Manager over Community Living, Assistant Social Worker, Recreational Therapist, Case Manager, and many, many more roles. She has worked in Indiana (her home state), Missouri, Kansas, and Colorado. Kimberly enjoys working with individuals on their goals and finding creative ways for them to be successful in their community. She, also, loves to educate people on the role of Recreational Therapist and what it all means. She was given the opportunity to do just this at the collegiate level by being an adjunct professor at Colorado State University Pueblo teaching Introduction to Recreational Therapy.

In her free-time, Kimberly enjoys spending time with her 6 kids, and is excited to be a Nana to Rohen. Kimberly and her husband, Robert, spend a lot of time outdoors camping, hiking (in Colorado), and off-roading in their Honda SXS. She creates on her Cricut, reads, listens to podcasts, and loves word searches.

MaryLou has 33 years experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities in many settings including large group settings, workshop settings and residential environments. She received her Master's degree in Special Education with a Minor in Emotional Disabilities from Ball State University. In 1998 she became a Behavioral Consultant. Her work in many different settings has provided MaryLou with vast array of experience and knowledge that enhances her ability to work with children and adults with special needs, dual diagnosis and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

MaryLou is a mother of two extremely talented and busy teenagers who keep her on her toes at all times. In her free time, she enjoys watching her kids in marching band and winter drumline, traveling the globe with her partner, home projects and reading a good mystery.

Maureen received her Masters in Education, with a License in School Counseling from the University of Saint Francis. She has 30 years of experience as the Director of Guidance at New Haven High School. She also has several years as an adjunct faculty at Ivy Tech University. Her background has provided her with extensive knowledge and experience working with children with special needs. In addition, she has much experience and training in developmental psychology, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is a certified life coach and has a passion for encouraging and facilitating others in navigating through life transitions.

In her free time, she enjoys mahjong, gardening, DIY projects, reading, and spoiling her pups.

Natalie received her Master's in Special Education from Indiana University Fort Wayne, in 2014. She has 15 years of teaching experience in public education. Her background has provided her with vast experience working with individuals diagnosed with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and many other intellectual and developmental disabilities. She loves to integrate fun and creative thinking when working with her clients. She is passionate about advocating for her indivduals and the goals they have for their future.

In her free time, she loves to hang out with her family and friends, her dogs, and playing tennis.

Nicholas received a Master of Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health and a Master of Social Policy from Washington University in Saint Louis, as well as a Master of Organizational Leadership and Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Saint Francis. Nicholas has a rich professional experience having worked with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; children, youth, and their families involved in the child welfare system; young adults transitioning into independence in higher education settings; and people experiencing a substance use disorder.

Nicholas is dedicated to providing holistic, collaborative, and culturally competent services for individuals and their families. In his personal time, Nicholas enjoys spending time with family and loved ones. He has a Golden Retriever named Rosé and a cat named Kahlúa, who are his world. He enjoys traveling just as much as being a tourist in his hometown of Fort Wayne. He is passionate about volunteering for the social work profession and is on a community board and chairs a committee to promote social work education in Northeast Indiana.

Nicole Ogino earned her bachelor's degree in kinesiology from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis and obtained her CTRS certification through the equivalency path at Indiana University Bloomington. Before becoming a CTRS, she worked as a Direct Support Professional, supporting a teenager with developmental disabilities. She is passionate about helping clients discover their leisure interests.

In her free time, Nicole enjoys hiking, painting, playing board games, and tennis. She also loves spending time with her husband and dog, attending musicals and concerts, thrifting, and being outdoors.

Sierra graduated from Purdue University Global with her Masters of Science in Psychology. She has over ten years of experience as a case manager working with adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She is passionate about utilizing resources and tools in advocating for individuals. Sierra wishes to assist everyone in living their best life possible. Sierra enjoys spending time with family and friends. She has two daughters and enjoys camping, off-roading, and attending her daughters dance recital competitions.

Terri received her Masters in Healthcare Administration. She has twenty-five years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as a case manager. She has also worked as a direct support professional and as a program director. She has been a behavioral consultant for two years. These experiences have provided her with a thorough understanding of each individual's needs. One of her biggest passions is advocating for the individuals she works with.Terri is creative and thinks outside of the box, which allows her to be flexible and effective in assisting all she works with to achieve their goals for a good life.

Terri has three wonderful children, two beautiful grandchildren, and one great granddaughter. She has three dogs, two sugar gliders, and a love bird. In her spare time, she is an avid Chiefs fan.

Tiffany is a dedicated mother of four, yoga enthusiast, certified Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist, and accomplished Behavior Specialist with a master's degree in psychology. With over two decades of experience in studying, practicing, and teaching yoga, Tiffany has cultivated a deep understanding of holistic well-being.

Tiffany's journey took an exciting turn in 2015 when she pursued a master's degree in psychology, from the University of Saint Francis, leading to a fulfilling career as a Behavior Specialist. Her passion for understanding the intricacies of the human mind and behavior has driven her to instruct courses at the University of Saint Francis. Here, Tiffany imparts her knowledge in Health, Abnormal, and Life span Psychology, contributing to the education and growth of aspiring individuals in the field.

Beyond her academic pursuits, Tiffany is a devoted advocate for the connections between individuals and nature. As the Vice President on the board of directors for the Giving Gardens of Indiana, a not-for-profit organization, she actively works towards fostering a deeper bond between children and the natural world. This commitment reflects Tiffany's belief in the profound impact nature can have on mental well-being. One of Tiffany's key focuses is working with children and adults with intellectual disabilities, including those on the Autism Spectrum. By seamlessly integrating her expertise in health, wellness, and science, she creatively tailors her services to meet the unique needs of her clients. Tiffany's approach is rooted in compassion, empowerment, and a holistic perspective that considers the mind, body, and spirit.

Tracie obtained her degree while attending Indiana Tech to play soccer in 2010 and shortly after received her Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist certification in 2011. While waiting to take the exam, she worked at a day program and group home as a DSP. After becoming a CTRS, Tracie has worked in a variety of settings, including inpatient, prison, and community mental health. She is versatile and knowledgeable in various types of therapy and crisis intervention.

Tracie brings creativity, adaptability, and a positive personality to the team and her clients.

In her spare time, Tracie enjoys doing numerous arts and crafts projects, spending quality time with her family, traveling, and going on any adventures available.

Trisha received her Masters in Educational Psychology in 2014 from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She has experience in education as both a teacher and a school counselor. Her background has provided her with experience in working with children of many different backgrounds and special needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities, and more. Trisha currently serves as a behavior consultant in Hamilton County on the northeast side of Indianapolis and its surrounding areas.

In her free time, Trisha enjoys spending time with her family and children, and attending all of the recitals and sporting events that come along with that. Trisha's hobbies include music, camping, and fun outlets for physical activity such as yoga and walking her dog. She loves to incorporate mindfulness and fun while serving the needs of her clients.