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Kynda Hass is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). She holds a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Whitworth University, and earned a Master of Arts degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and a Graduate Certificate in Autism from Ball State University. Kynda has been working in the ABA field supporting children with autism and developmental disabilities since 2010, and loves seeing children grow and meet their goals. In her free time, Kynda enjoys reading, exploring her community, and spending time with her husband and children.

Keri McGruder is a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) in Indianapolis, Ind., and has been working with children with autism since 2018. She began her ABA journey as a registered behavior technician before receiving her Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University and becoming a BCBA. Keri is currently pursuing a PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis at The Chicago School for Psychology. She is interested in helping increase the breadth of evidence-based practices, especially regarding high magnitude behavior reduction and extreme demand avoidance. Keri enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family in her free time.

Yosef brings a seasoned perspective to creative projects as the Digital Marketing Representative for Illuminate ABA. With a BFA from Toronto Metropolitan University and a certification in TV and film essentials from NYU, his driving force is his passion for creativity. With expertise in graphic design, photography, videography, and sound design, Yosef has contributed to diverse projects, from theatrical productions to impactful charity and social media campaigns. In digital marketing, he specializes in SEO and PPC, orchestrating campaigns that amplify online visibility and deliver outstanding results. Eager to stay ahead in design trends and digital marketing intricacies, Yosef is a forward-thinking professional committed to delivering innovative solutions for Illuminate ABA’s success.

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Essie Card has been supporting individuals with autism for over 20 years. She earned a dual bachelor’s degree in child development and psychology. She then went on to earn a Masters of Arts degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy. She also earned a Pupil Personnel Credential along the way allowing her to gain experience in an academic setting. Essie earned her post graduate level certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis shortly after. She has been a certified behavior analyst since 2012 and is licensed in the state of Texas. Essie has worked in the home, school and community setting . She comes with a wealth of knowledge combining her relationship building based background with the principles of ABA. In her free time Essie enjoys spending time with her four daughters and her husband, who is also a Behavior Analyst. They enjoy frequent trips to the beach and to Disneyland.

Max Lowy is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Illuminate ABA and is a leader in the healthcare industry for over 10 years. Max started Illuminate with a goal to provide the highest quality ABA therapy services tailored to each client’s specific needs. He embodies the mission of Illuminate ABA and provides leadership, inspiration, and motivation to our entire team every day. Under Max’s leadership and visionary mindset, Illuminate quickly became a leading provider of ABA therapy services.

Jamie Lee McVeigh was certified as a BCBA in 2016 and has enjoyed working with people with developmental disabilities since 2013, in a variety of settings. She earned a Bachelor of Science majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders from The University of Central Florida, and Master of Arts with a focus in Applied Behavior Analysis from The University of West Florida. Jamie enjoys teaching communication skills and helping new professionals in the field meet their full potential. In her free time, Jamie loves to travel, eat delicious foods, and snuggle up on the couch to watch Netflix.
Under Jamie’s watchful eye, our technicians and clinicians receive proper training to best serve our children. Any staff can expect to meet with her before starting, and throughout the initial onboarding process. She also arranges monthly trainings in order for our employees to sharpen their skills and receive the latest and the best in ABA techniques.

Melissa Fraioli is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Melissa received her Bachelors of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Delaware, followed by a Masters of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis. Melissa has been working with individuals with disabilities for over 10 years. She is most interested in targeting social and emotional skill development for children and empowering them to utilize effective coping skills during moments of challenge. In her free time, Melissa enjoys cooking for her friends and family, traveling, painting, and playing with her cat, Ghost.

Miriam is an accomplished professional with a passion for forging strategic partnerships in the mental health industry. Miriam’s diverse background in business management, marketing, and psychology equips her with a unique skill set that she leverages to establish meaningful collaborations. Her enthusiasm for the mental health field, coupled with her expertise in business and psychology, drives her commitment to creating impactful partnerships that make a difference in people’s lives. In her free time, Miriam enjoys drawing and painting with her two toddler daughters and cooking for her family.

Victoria Aprano is a licensed and certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Victoria had been working with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with autism since 2015 in the home, schools, community, and center-based settings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University. Her professional interests include early intervention, language building, social skills training, and parent training. In her free time, Victoria enjoys traveling to new places, going to the gym, and crafting.

Sydney Finkenbine is a licensed and certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Sydney has been working with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with various disabilities, since 2014 in the home, school, and community settings. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science and Master’s of Special Education from Bowling Green State University, and a graduate level certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from University of Cincinnati. Her professional interests include language building, social skills training and teaching activities of daily living (ADLs). In her free time, Sydney enjoys trying new restaurants, exploring local walking trails and spending time with family.

When it comes to seeing that new patients receive the care and service, they need without all the hassle, Scott’s immediate answer is invariably “We can help them.” Whether he’s arranging for a referral, coordinating benefits, gathering files and records from multiple sources, or just making sure our new clients are calm and cared for during the whole process, nobody does it like Scott.

Rivka Hoch, BCBA, LBA is the clinical director of Illuminate ABA. Rivka earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Liberal Arts from Excelsior College and a Master’s of Science in Education from Daemen College. Rivka spent many years as a lead teacher in Special Education where she taught multiple age groups and functional levels. As an educator, Rivka designed behavior plans which guided her students to success. This prompted her to complete the Applied Behavior Analysis training from Florida Institute of Technology. Rivka naturally connects with children and immediately fell in love with the field of ABA where she enjoys combining her natural rapport of engaging with children with working techniques. As a mother of young children, Rivka finds herself turning to these techniques in her home as well! Once a practicing BCBA, Rivka has guided teams of therapists in implementing ABA programs. She has helped her clients gain new skills and develop appropriate behaviors to help them function in a variety of settings. Giving the parents and families the support they need to help their child thrive is Rivka’s favorite part of what she does. In her free time, Rivka likes to drink Iced Passion Fruit tea mixed with Limeade while spending time with her family outdoors.

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