Behavior  Therapy Team

Behavior Therapy Leadership Team

Adeena Jacobson, BCBA
CCO

Adeena is a highly experienced Licensed Behavior Analyst with over 16 years of expertise in the field of behavioral sciences.

Emma Kang, PsyD BCBA
Associate Director

My name is Emma Kang, and I began my journey in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2016 as a Behavior Technician, and over the years, I have developed a deep passion for supporting individuals in reaching their fullest potential.

Reba Chesser, BCBA
Clinical Liaison

Hello! My name is Reba and I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I graduated from Montana State University Billings in 2024 with my Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis...

Daniel Reid, BCBA

Dan graduated from Ball State University with a Masters degree in Educational Psychology and ABA coursework.

Mikayla Williamson, BCBA

Mikayla is passionate about using science and data to support children’s social and emotional growth, drawing from her experience as a teacher and RBT.

Krystin Hussain, BCBA

Hello, my name is Krystin Hussain and I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I graduated from Florida Institute of Technology in 2018 with my dual master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Organizational Behavior Management...

Alexis Carrier, RBT

Alexis Carrier is an RBT and psychology/biology student from Montana, passionate about working with kids, supporting their growth, and pursuing a future as a pediatric PA to help children in need.

Riley Gilsdorf, RBT

Billings-born RBT passionate about helping kids with diverse abilities, MSU-Billings grad, enjoys thrifting, dogs, family, and movies.

Erin Culp, RBT

Erin, a lifelong Billings resident and autism advocate, is a mom of three who enjoys family time, outdoors, and reading.

Deven Creech, RBT

Registered Behavioral Technician passionate about helping children thrive; also a dedicated softball coach, athlete, and animal lover with creative hobbies.

Alek Hill, RBT

Alek Hill, an RBT from Billings, combines a passion for teaching, autism support, and creativity through martial arts, art, music, and outdoor adventures.

Erin Rosburg, RBT

Erin Rosburg, an RBT with 22 years of ABA experience, is excited to join Advanced Therapy Clinic, passionate about client impact, outdoors, travel, and cooking.

Alysa Kaufman , RBT

Alysa Kaufman, an RBT from Billings, Montana, is passionate about ABA therapy, working with children, and enjoys outdoor adventures with her partner and pets.

Jacqueline Clos, RBT

Hello, I'm Jacqueline Clos, and I'm proud to be a Registered Behavior Technician. My journey into this field began when I obtained my RBT certification in 2022...

Abigail Keenan, RBT

Hello, my name is Abigail Keenan, and I am a registered behavior technician at Advanced Therapy Clinic. I have worked with individuals with autism my entire life, including my sister....

Elena Black, RBT

Hello! My name is Elena Black and I am a Registered Behavior Technician. Upon graduating I knew I wanted to work with kids. I thought about many different education positions but ...

Shilo Klundt, RBT

I’m Shilo Klundt, a Registered Behavior Technician, who proudly resides in Montana. My journey began 14 years ago working in Youth Behavioral Health in Oregon. I helped open the first crisis children's home in Oregon....

Tearney Chapman, RBT

Hello, my name is Tearney Chapman and I am a registered behavior technician. I originally came from an education background working in a special education classroom. I was a one on one para for 3 years...

Katlyn Bennett, RBT

Hi there! After spending the past decade as a massage therapist and esthetician, I’m excited to be stepping into a new chapter as an RBT. I’m new to Montana, having recently moved from Iowa...

Jamison Gabaldon, RBT

Hello, my name is Jamison Gabaldon and I am a Registered Behavior Technician. I graduated with my Bachelors degree in Psychology from the University of New Mexico...

Laci Maloney, RBT

Hello! My name is Laci Maloney and I am a Registered Behavior Technician. I grew up in a small farming & ranching community in northern Montana. I am currently a junior at Rocky Mountain College...

Emily Honeycutt, RBT

Hello! My name is Emily Honeycutt and I am a Registered Behavior Technician. I am originally from Oklahoma and have lived in Billings for about four years...

Kristina Stidham, BCBA
Clinical Liaison

I started my education at MSU-Billings majoring in elementary education before transferring to MSU-Bozeman and earning my bachelor’s degree in health...

Arika Pochervina, RBT

Hello, my name is Arika Pochervina and I am a Registered Behavioral Technician at our Butte location. I’m currently a student through the University of Montana...

Codi Mize, RBT

Hi! My name is Codi Mize, I am a registered behavior technician. I have always had a passion for working with kids, and discovered my love for behavior analysis...

Jacelyn Downey, RBT

I’m Jace, a behavioral tech studying Early Childhood Education, passionate about kids’ growth and enjoying lake days with family.

Tonya Blaney, BCBA
Clinical Liaison

Tonya is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst passionate about helping children and families thrive through Applied Behavior Analysis.

Sara Drewianka, BCBA

Sara Drewianka, recently certified as a BCBA, loves ABA, kids’ progress, outdoor activities, and working at ATC after moving to Montana.

Marielise Taylor, RBT

Marelise Taylor, an RBT at the Missoula clinic, combines her passion for ABA with experience in SPED classrooms, tutoring, and competitive running.

Tayler Wright, RBT

Tayler Wright is an RBT passionate about ABA, with a background in communication sciences. She loves working with kids and plans to become a BCBA.

Silvia Hidinger-Novo, RBT

Silvia, from Clovis, NM, now in Missoula, is passionate about helping kids, inspired by her teacher-grandmother, and dreams of becoming a BCBA or lactation consultant.

Morgan Gow. RBT

Morgan Gow is an RBT and grad student passionate about mental health, connection, and serving underserved communities with compassionate, informed care.

Carmelle Johnson, RBT

Passionate RBT with a decade in ABA, driven by personal experience to support neurodivergent individuals, pursuing BCBA, and inspired by nature and art.

Kijana Nottingham, RBT

Registered Behavior Technician passionate about helping children with diverse needs, pursuing further studies in ABA, and enjoying outdoors, cooking, baking, and family time.

Briana Buehner, RBT

Hi! My name is Briana and I am a Registered Behavior Technician. I have a degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders and I am passionate about working with kids and helping to improve their lives.

Katherine Carter, RBT

Hi! My name is Kat and I am a Registered Behavior Technician. I am passionate about supporting the neurodiverse community. When I’m not working, I enjoy exploring the outdoors, crafting, and volunteering.

Emily Van Ostrand, RBT

Emily Van Ostrand is an RBT and psychology student from Missoula, passionate about early intervention, disability support, and helping kids grow through compassionate, playful care.

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