​THE MANAGEMENT TEAM

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CLINICAL SUPERVISOR

Brittany Morgan, BCBA 

Brittany received her Bachelor’s degrees in Criminal Justice and Speech and Hearing Sciences from Indiana University in 2009. In 2012 Brittany earned her Master degree in Special Education with a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders from the University of North Dakota.
 
After graduation, she pursued further specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis from Florida Institute of Technology. In 2015, Brittany obtained her certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Brittany has over ten years of experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disabilities in residential, school, and clinic settings.
 

PROGRAM MANAGERS

Contessa Goins, BCBA
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"Tess" holds Master's degrees in Applied Behavior Analysis and Business. She has over 5 years of experience in the field of ABA, much of which have been with our program. Tess joined our team shortly after we opened our doors and has been an integral part of our growth and success.  Tess demonstrates strong leadership skills that are reflective of her work ethic and motivation to continually grow as a professional. We appreciate the many talents Tess shares with us on a daily basis.  

Kristen Johnson, BCBA

Kristen Johnson received a Bachelor's degree from Millikin University. She later completed  her ABA coursework through Florida Institute of Technology and went on to complete a masters through Purdue University. Kristen has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for over nine years. She was able to gain several years of valuable experience as a therapist in a clinic setting before advancing to a management role. Among the reasons that Kristen enjoys her role as a Program Manager is the opportunity to work with children and families. 

Daphine Wheeler, BCBA

Daphine joined our team in 2015 and quickly demonstrated a passion for the field and interest in advancing her education and career.  She completed her Master's degree in 2017 and was board certified in 2018. Daphine has a very promising career as a Program Manager and leader at IBAA.

Danielle Juranovich​, BCBA
   
Danielle joined IBAA in 2017 with 2 years of previous experience in the field as an RBT and staff trainer. She joined our team with a fun and silly attitude with the kids and dedication to the field. Danielle completed her Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis from Purdue in August 2019 and obtained her board certification later that year. Danielle is a strong part of the IBAA team and is quickly showing leadership skills as a Program Manager.

Karlie Gabriel, BCBA

Karlie joined IBAA in 2017 with a year and a half of previous experience as an RBT. Karlie loves watching the progress of her learners and is excited to move forward in the field. Karlie graduated with her Masters in ABA.

PROGRAM MANAGER ASSISTANTS

Madison Weimer

Madison joined IBAA in 2017 with 1 year of previous experience in the field as an RBT. She joined our team eager to learn and dedicated to the field. “Maddie” graduated from Indiana University Kokomo with a degree in Psychology and completed her Masters of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis from Purdue in August 2020. She looks forward to growing within the team and the field. 

Amanda McDermott

Amanda joined IBAA in 2019 with 4 years of previous experience as an RBT. Amanda loves interacting with the learners and watching them grow. Amanda graduated with her Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State in May 2018. She looks forward to growing with the IBAA team and the field.

Dr. Vanessa Costello-Harris
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GROUP LEADERS

Brooklynn Lemons
Group Leader

Brooklynn joined IBAA in 2018 with experience working with children in the school system and as a director of a soccer company. She loves to watch the learners grow and decided to change her masters to move forward in the field. Brooklynn graduated from Central Christian College of Kansas in 2015 with her degree in Children Psychology and Criminal Justice. She will complete her Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State in the summer of 2021. 

Torey Edwards
Group Leader Assistant
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TRAINER

Brittnea Short, MA

Brittnea Short joined IBAA shortly after the doors opened in Kokomo. She has quickly become a skilled therapist and strong leader among our team. Brittnea has supported the program as a mentor for new therapists as well as a program manager assistant. Along with training all new staff on the skills and principals of ABA she is also our certified PCM instructor.  Brittnea has been practicing PCM since 2016 and instructing since 2017.  She graduated with her masters in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University in 2018.  looks forward to continuing her future at IBAA.