Kaitlin has over a decade of experience in behavior analysis, she is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that empower individuals and families. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and a Master of Education (M.Ed.) from the University of Massachusetts Boston, her career began in juvenile rehabilitation and progressed through key roles in leading ABA organizations. Her journey ultimately led her to Hawai‘i, where she now serves as the CEO of Emergent Learning Hawai‘i.

Elise graduated from Aurora University with a master's degree in Behavior Analysis. She has been working with children, adolescents, and young adults with autism and other disabilities since 2013 in home, school, and community settings. Elise is committed to providing her clients with the highest standard of care, ensuring generalization of skills across environments, and working with both clients and their families to build skills aligned with their values and goals. 

Katey holds a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University. She has supported children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities in a wide range of environments, including clinic, in-home, and community-based settings. She has practiced as a BCBA for nearly 9 years. Her passions on the job include developing functional communication systems, creating personalized stimuli to meet client needs, and celebrating the daily achievements, both big and small.

Lindsey earned her master’s degree from Missouri State University and is a licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in Missouri. She has over 10 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis, working with children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities across various settings.  Before becoming a BCBA, Lindsey spent several years as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). She is dedicated to staff satisfaction, delivering high-quality care, and creating individualized experiences for every family. 

Jennifer Posey is a dedicated scientist-practitioner in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), with over two decades of experience. As the Regional Director of Emergent Learning: California, she is committed to fostering meaningful, joy-filled outcomes for individuals with autism while advancing the field of ABA through research, mentorship, and education. Jennifer is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in ABA at Endicott College. Her areas of expertise include advanced language acquisition, curriculum development, the prevention of severe problem behaviors, and the implementation of evidence-based practices such as Relational Frame Theory (RFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Kathy has 30 years of teaching experience and a master’s degree in education. She is a level 2 Certified Peak Implementer and is a BCBA.

Dr. Hinman is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and has worked within the field of ABA for over 10 years working with autistic persons and those with other developmental disabilities. Dr. Hinman received her Master of Science in Behavior Analysis and Therapy from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, and her Doctorate in Rehabilitation Sciences with a focus on Disability Studies from University of Illinois Chicago. As a BCBA and researcher, her work primarily focuses on clinical behavior analytic services including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based interventions to promote empowerment and independence in the children she serves.