Providing specialized behavior services for children and adults to the underserved communities across El Paso & rural Teller County
Hi, I’m Megan
I'm an experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst who is passionate about bringing high quality and evidence based behaviors services to clients in Teller County. As a strong leader who is highly effective at collaborating with teams across all backgrounds, I produce solutions and services that are person-centered, televisable and with the goal of producing meaningful outcomes.
My Education, Training, and Skills
I have worked in applied behavior analysis in multiple capacities for 10 years. As a skilled caregiver, staff, and RBT trainer, I excel at collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data, FAs, preparing FBAs, and creative program development and implementation are at the core of my practice. I offer skill building and advocacy to my clients. I believe, practice, and implement the teachings of Dr. Greg Hanley’s Enhanced Choice and Skills Based Training methods.
In response to the growing need for appropriate services for many children and adults with Autism, Cascade Behavior Solutions has developed an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Home Based Program dedicated to providing evidence-based, analytic services to the underserved populations of El Paso & rural Teller County.
In Home/Community Based ABA Therapy
ABA Assessments:
Benefits to In Home/Community Based ABA
At Cascade Behavior Solutions, we believe that the needs of those we serve can be best met by utilizing best practice in Applied Behavior Analysis, and through a partnership with the individual, their caregivers, and other professionals involved in their lives. Our goal is to positively impact our children and adults lives and provide caregivers and professionals the necessary skills to facilitate effective intervention and generalization.
What is Autism?
Also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism spectrum disorder impacts the nervous system.
The range and severity of symptoms can vary widely. Common symptoms include difficulty with communication, difficulty with social interactions, obsessive interests, and repetitive behaviors.
Early recognition, as well as behavioral, educational, and family therapies may reduce symptoms and support development and learning.
What is ABA?
Applied behavioral analysis (ABA) uses scientific and systematic processes to help influence an individual’s behavior. Behavior analysts can work in schools, classrooms, hospitals, clinics, and nonprofits; many analysts specialize in certain areas like autism, developmental disabilities, or mental health issues.
What is a BCBA?
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is a person with a certification in applied behavior analysis. BCBAs receive this certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
What does a BCBA do?
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst offers guidance and structure to individuals with disorders such as autism, bipolar disorder, depression, and more. The BCBA is responsible for evaluating the client's needs and then designing programs for everyone involved in the therapeutic process, from staff to family members.
What is the difference between a BCBA and a therapist?
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst offers guidance and structure to individuals with disorders such as autism, bipolar disorder, depression, and more. The BCBA is responsible for evaluating the client's needs and then designing programs for everyone involved in the therapeutic process, from staff to family members.
RBT’s (Registered Behavioral Therapist/Technicians) implements the program that the BCBA creates.