Behavioral Analysts in Pembroke Pines, Florida

Edmund Bartlett, MBACo-founder & Chief Operating Officer

Edmund Bartlett is the Co-Founder and Chief Operations Officer of Behavioral Initiatives. He holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration. He is also experienced and trained in leadership, management, and process improvement for over a decade.

“We are here to serve by bringing positive value to all who are involved. Ideally, self-actualization is what we seek, and that’s what we support.” This is a passion both Ed and Sarah share to bring high-quality ABA services to those in need. This is their life purpose.

Kristine Britton, M.S., BCBA Program Director

Hi my name is Kristine Britton. I am a Clinical Supervisor/BCBA with Behavioral Initiatives. I graduated with a Master’s Degree in Professional Behavior Analysis at Florida Institute of Technology and I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. I have always had a passion for working in the health care field, specifically with children. I was first introduced to the field of ABA through my sister who worked with children diagnosed with ASD, I fell in love with the field and have never looked back.

I have several years of experience working with early intervention children and have provided services in home, clinic, school, and community settings. The most rewarding part of my job is seeing the growth our clients make and the positive impact our services have on improving their lives.

Kristine Britton is the Program Director and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with Behavioral Initiatives.

Danielle Brown Recruiting Manager

Danielle Brown is the Recruiting Manager at Behavioral Initiatives. She earned her Master’s degree in Education with a focus on Applied Behavior Analysis and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Danielle’s passion for working with individuals with special needs began as a Registered Behavior Technician at a school for children with autism, where she later became a teacher.

She spent eight years at Behavioral Initiatives as an RBT, developing her skills and knowledge under the mentorship of Sarah Bartlett. During this time, she worked closely with individuals with autism and their families, further deepening her dedication to the field. Danielle later explored other areas of ABA through roles in consulting, supervision, and foster care.

After three years, Danielle returned to Behavioral Initiatives in her current role. She loves connecting with people, training, and encouraging others to reach their potential and is excited to continue making a positive impact on both clients and staff.

Maiya Caban

Maiya is the Administrative Assistant at Behavioral Initiatives. Currently, she is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Speech, Language, and Communication Disorders at Nova Southeastern University, with an expected graduation date of December 2024. Following her undergraduate studies, Maiya plans to enroll in a Master’s program and obtain her Speech-Language Pathology license. Her passion for helping individuals with communication challenges drives her ambition, and she is excited to make a positive impact in the field.

David Kim Student Analyst

David Kim is a Registered Behavioral Technician at Behavioral Initiatives on the path to become a BCBA and graduated as a triple major from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science, Psychobiology, and Psychology. In graduate studies at FAU, he obtained three years of combined research and education in Clinical Neuropsychology and Molecular Neuropsychopharmacology before working in the drug addiction field as a therapist.

Working in both detox and residential settings for three years with patients from multiple age groups battling alcohol and substance abuse along with mental health disorders, he then focused on early developmental disorders, specifically children living with ASD. Driven with a passion in hopes of starting a family soon personally, he embraced the opportunity to work with children diagnosed with ASD. Similarly, while working in the field, he was amazed at the progression seen from children he worked with through ABA principles.

Juliette Rodriguez Student Analyst

Juliette is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Behavioral Initiatives on the path to become a BCBA. She has always had a passion for working with children, which led her to work as a Teacher’s Assistant for almost 5 years. While working there, she always seemed to have a strong drive for working with small groups of children with an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). These children required extra help and attention, and they always seemed to excel over time. Juliette has always been fond of learning about the functions of the brain, which is why she pursued and graduated with her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology degree as Cum Laude from Florida International University. While pursuing her degree, she took an Applied Behavior Analysis class, and upon learning about the field, she felt this is where she belonged. After passing her board exam and working with Behavioral Initiatives, she has seen lots of children thrive, and her heart has grown fonder of this beautiful field. Juliette has plans of obtaining her Master’s in Psychology in Behavior Analysis in the near future.

Samintha Jeudy Student Analyst

Samintha Jeudy is a Registered Behavioral Therapist at Behavioral Initiatives on the path to become a BCBA. She graduated with her Bachelors in Health Science with a concentration in Behavioral and a Mental Health at Florida Atlantic University. She aspires to get her Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis to become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst.

Samintha has always had an interest in helping others, specifically children. Growing up in her spare time, she use to babysit toddlers, and volunteer at Broward General Hospital. It wasn’t until she was indulged in her studies about Human Growth and Development that she realized what it is exactly that she wanted to do. It was because of that her passion ignited towards ABA to make the little changes … into BIG changes!

Elisa Valero Student Analyst

Elisa Valero is a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) working with Behavioral Initiatives on the path to become a BCBA.

She currently has her Bachelor’s in Supervision and Management with a minor in Psychology. She is planning on beginning her Master’s Degree soon. Elisa’s passion in this field started when she was 16 years old volunteering in a nonprofit organization for children with disabilities ranging from the autism spectrum to cerebral palsy. Ever since she knew she had to pursue a career that helped these children thrive as best as possible. She plans on furthering her education to become a BCBA.

Thanks to Behavioral Initiatives, her goals are being achieved one step at a time.

Her personal mission statement is:
“To positively impact the lives of every person I encounter.”

Jocelyn MurallesStudent Analyst

Jocelyn Muralles is a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) at Behavior Initiatives on the path to become a BCBA since 2020. Jocelyn previously received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Florida International University. Jocelyn found her way back to the rewarding field of behavior therapy after being away for more than 9 years. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. Jocelyn is passionate about seeing the progress kiddos make and impacting the lives of those kids and parents alike.

Linnette VazquezStudent Analyst

My name is Linnette Vazquez, I graduated from FIU with a bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. I have always loved working with children. They bring out my creativity and imagination. They really show love in the purest form. I knew that I wanted to help kids since my teen years. I volunteered at daycares and summer camps all the way through high school, and I also babysat children. A classmate introduced me to ABA and I couldn’t have been happier. I fell in love right away, so I decided to get my RBT certification in 2021. I am currently starting my master’s to become a BCBA.

Natalie Ramirez Student Analyst

Natalie Ramirez is a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) working at Behavioral Initiatives on the path to become a BCBA. Natalie earned her Bachelor’s degree Cum Laude in Psychology from Florida International University and is currently advancing her education by pursuing a Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis, with the goal of becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

Natalie’s dedication to working with children is at the heart of her professional journey. She is deeply committed to supporting young minds as they grow and develop, striving to deliver high-quality ABA services tailored to each child’s unique needs. Throughout Natalie’s journey in this field, she has witnessed countless children thrive, deepening her love for this rewarding profession. Her goal is to continue to create an environment where children can be impacted by quality ABA services ensuring that every child receives the support they need to flourish in this beautiful world.

Andrea Escobar Student Analyst

Andrea is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Behavioral Initiatives with 9 years of experience ranging from working as a teacher in schools to a tutor/mentor for children with disabilities and in the foster care system. Working with children has always been a passion of hers. From a young age, she has been driven by the desire to make a positive impact in their lives. Whether in the classroom or through one-on-one support, she has seen firsthand the difference personalized care and guidance can make. To continue expanding her ability to help children reach their full potential, she is currently pursuing a Master’s in ABA.

Adrienne Donawa Student Analyst

Adrienne is a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) at Behavioral Initiatives. Adrienne earned a Master’s in Psychology with a minor in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) from Florida International University. With over five years of experience in the field, including one year as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Adrienne is passionate about providing effective and compassionate support to individuals and families through evidence-based practices.

Jennifer ObregonRegistered Behavior Technician

My name is Jennifer Obregon and I am a registered behavior technician(RBT). Since i was little, i always said i wanted to work in the medical field with kids. I went to school for nursing and finished my first year. I knew after i graduated for my first year, that being a nurse isn’t what i really wanted. I heard about ABA services through a family member and i decided to give it a chance and become an RBT.

Working with children with special needs is something truly special to me. They uplift me everyday and motivate me to be the best version of myself for them.

Patricia Neukamp Registered Behavior Technician

Patricia Neukamp is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). She has always loved being around children, so after moving to the United States in 2016, she knew that she should pursue this path. During research, she learned about ABA therapy and later heard about how to become an RBT. Patricia thinks that being able to bring quality of life to families, as well as to witness the children’s development and evolution, is both fascinating and rewarding.

Yaylin Nodarse Registered Behavior Technician

Yaylin Nodarse is a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) employed at Behavioral Initiatives. She has a deep-rooted passion for working with children. With a background as a teacher spanning several years, she discovered a calling to provide tailored and more individualized support to each student, leading her to explore Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). After working as an RBT, she was motivated by a desire to expand the education of students with learning disabilities with the hope of creating a greater impact in the educational field. She is presently undertaking further education with the aim of becoming a BCBA. Her aspirations for professional growth complement her commitment and dedication to enhancing the lives of children, aiming for positive outcomes in the field of behavioral therapy.

Yulia Hernandez Registered Behavior Technician

Yulia graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Santo Domingo Institute of Technology (INTEC). While studying, she fell in love with the course of Behaviorism and discovered ABA. She has always been passionate about working with children. While working in Human Resources, she volunteered to work in various social projects for children in need where she had the pleasure to work with kids with ASD. She got very discouraged to learn the lack of support and resources children and families have back home. Upon relocating to Florida, she immediately knew she had a chance to follow her dreams and decided to get her RBT certification. It’s been beyond rewarding working in this field and making an impact in the world one kid at a time.

Zyanne Harewood Registered Behavior Technician

Zyanne has been a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Behavioral Initiatives since 2022. Coming from Texas she has found a new home in providing services to families with us at BI. She is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in forensic psychology at the Florida Institute of Technology. She plans on making a career out of helping children in need. “Working with my clients brings the purest form of purpose in life.”

Mia Morales Registered Behavior Technician

Mia Morales is a registered behavioral technician (RBT) employed at Behavioral Initiatives. From a young age, Mia knew she wanted to help people. What lead her into the rbt profession was because of her past experience in working with kid while volunteering and wanting to help people. Mia believes it’s very rewarding to see the children evolve and it motivates her to try her best.

Aldrys Pena Registered Behavior Technician

Aldrys is a dedicated and passionate individual currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Florida International University. Her journey has been driven by a profound desire to help others, which was inspired by her experience of becoming an older sister and taking on a caregiving role.

From a young age, she always knew that working with children was her calling. This passion led her to discover the role of a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Her ultimate goal is to contribute meaningfully to the lives of children with developmental disabilities, helping them achieve their fullest potential.

Alexandra Hermida Registered Behavior Technician

Alex is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Behavioral Initiatives! She joined the company in May of 2024. Before being brought into this line of work, she had been working at South Florida Autism School as a Paraprofessional Aide, and her mother encouraged her to pursue other opportunities within the field, which led her to finish online RBT courses while working.

“Truthfully, I used to be someone who was unsure of my path in life, but the certainty that I am truly doing my best for my clients—the kids and their families—and the joy they bring me have made me realize the importance and value of our work and how rewarding it really is!”

Loubna Aboutalab Registered Behavior Technician

Loubna Aboutaleb is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Behavioral Initiatives who enjoys working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).She finds it rewarding to witness the progress her clients have made since beginning Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. As an RBT, Loubna is experienced in Discrete Trial Training, Natural Environment Training, and implementing the programs and interventions designed by her BCBA for her clients.

Through her coursework, Loubna has gained knowledge about the history of ABA, its foundation as a science, and its commitment to evidence-based practices. She has learned how to apply ABA techniques, including reducing or eliminating problem behaviors and teaching skills such as mands, tacts, intraverbals, and behavior interventions.

Loubna is passionate about helping her clients develop daily living skills and make better behavioral choices. She recognizes the importance of using evidence-based practices and advocates for the value of ABA therapy in improving the lives of her clients.

Nathalie Martinez Registered Behavior Technician

Nathalie is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Behavioral Initiatives. Nathalie is committed to making a meaningful impact, she approaches her work with passion and a genuine desire to improve the lives of her clients. Nathalie’s love for working with children continues to grow, as does her determination to support and empower individuals with special needs. She plans to further her education to achieve her goal of becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Nicole Garcia Registered Behavior Technician

Nicole is a Registered Behavior Technician at Behavioral Initiatives. Nicole is a student at Florida International University. She is currently working towards completing her Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and is passionate about ABA principles and the rewarding experience of helping children achieve their goals.

Nicole has experience working with a wide range of ages, from toddlers to older adolescents, and her educational background has provided her with valuable insight into the psychology of development and behavior. She is dedicated and always strives to reach her fullest potential in all that she does. Nicole finds the ABA field exciting and looks forward to what the future holds in her career.

Rhea Rupani Registered Behavior Technician

Rhea is a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) at Behavioral Initiatives. Rhea has a B.S. in Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and found her passion for the field of ABA in 2022. She has always enjoyed working with kids, and feels incredibly fulfilled in her role as an RBT, getting to celebrate little victories every day!

Laura Manuela Gutierrez Registered Behavior Technician

Manuela is a dedicated Registered Behavior Technician at Behavioral Initiatives. She was introduced to this profession through a friend who worked with children with autism, which sparked her passion for helping others improve their lives. With a natural love for working with children, Manuela is deeply committed to making a positive impact. Every day, she looks forward to surrounding herself with people who share this passion and continues to learn more so she can enhance her skills and do her job better. She finds herself more inspired each day as she witnesses the difference her work makes in the lives of the children she supports. Manuela is eager to continue growing in the field and aspires to become a BCBA in the future. Kind Regards,