About Us
Our Team
Clinical Directors
Clinical DirectorCarmen Hall, PhD, BCBA-D
Carmen is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst – Doctoral level, with extensive experience in both educational and clinical settings. She is the coordinator of the Autism & Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate Program at Fanshawe College and founder of the Skills4Life Program ABA program for adults with developmental disabilities. Her work has focused on peer-mediated social skills, technology integration in education, early intervention, and teaching independent life skills to adults with intellectual disabilities. In 2013, she was named an Apple Distinguished Educator, in 2014 she received the College Sector Educator Award, and in 2015 received the President’s Distinguished Achievement Award for teaching.
Clinical DirectorNicole Neil, PhD, BCBA-D
Nicole is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst- Doctoral level with extensive experience developing and offering programming for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. She has co-developed empirically-supported programs for children with developmental disabilities including an intervention manual for an adapted cognitive-behavioral therapy program for individuals with autism and obsessive-compulsive behavior (titled “I believe in me, not OCB”) and a comprehensive treatment manual on behavioural intervention for young children with Down syndrome (Off to a Good Start: A Behaviorally Based Model for Teaching Children with Down Syndrome, Eds., E. Jones & K. Feeley).
Clinical DirectorJocelyn Prosser, M.Ed., BCBA
Jocelyn is the Coordinator of the Autism and Behaviour Science Online Program at Fanshawe College in London, Ontario. She has spent many years working with children and their families in Intensive Behaviour Intervention (IBI) programming. More recently, her work with Applied Behaviour Analysis has evolved to support the development of youth, teens and adults with various developmental disabilities. She is passionate about helping individuals and their families achieve goals that are important to them and enjoys sharing in their successes!
Behaviour Analysts
Behaviour AnalystStacey Hengeveld, MSc, BCBA
Stacey has worked extensively in Intensive Behaviour Intervention (IBI) with young children with ASD. She holds a Masters in Science and Psychology from Purdue University and has been a BCBA since 2019. She has worked for various agencies with children with ASD in both individual and group settings. She recently began running new, manualized skill groups for children and youth with LACS.
Behaviour AnalystMegan Watson, M. ADS, BCBA
Megan has worked in the public school system for close to 10 years, supporting students of all ages with a wide variety of abilities. Recently, Megan has shifted her focus to supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and is excited to continue this work at Looking Ahead. In addition, Megan is a trainer with Behaviour Management Systems Training and a professor in the Developmental Services Worker program at Fanshawe College.
Behaviour AnalystAllison Groot, M. ADS, BCBA
Allison Groot has worked for many years providing service in applied behaviour analysis programming to children and their families in intensive behaviour intervention (IBI). As of more recent her work has involved individual and group-based programming in the adult population for those with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Also recently, in the virtual space developing and facilitating STEM summer camps to a wide variety of youth and adolescents.
Behaviour AnalystAdrienne Van Aaken, M. ADS, BCBA
Adrienne has worked both as an instructor and senior therapist offering ABA and IBI based services for children and adolescents with disabilities in both individual and group settings. Recently, she has adapted services to be able to offer group programming on an online platform. Adrienne is passionate about working with the clients she supports and their families while helping them to achieve their goals.
Behaviour Technicians
Behaviour TechnicianAllison P., M.PEd
Allison has been working in the field of applied behaviour analysis with youth with developmental disabilities since 2020. She has a Master’s degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, both from Western University, and a graduate certificate in Autism and Behavioural Science from Fanshawe College. She is passionate about connecting with her clients, building meaningful relationships, and supporting individuals and their families to reach their goals.
Behaviour TechnicianIsabella F.
Hi! My name is Izzy. I graduated from the University of Guelph with a bachelors in psychology and neuroscience in 2019. During my final year of my undergrad, I worked as an ABA therapist for an organization in Guelph which was my first introduction to the career and I loved it! I’m also currently working on my Masters in counselling psychology. I adore my clients and have experience working with littles around 3, all the way to adults with particular enjoyment connecting with clients that need support with self regulation! I love that in this role everyday is different, we’re always finding new ways to learn and play and that even on the hard days small wins can be found in every session!
Behaviour TechnicianBrooke B.
Brooke is a graduate from Western University with a background in Psychology and Sociology. She has worked with children helping them reach their full potential for nearly a decade. Brooke is also passionate about working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She loves seeing her clients reach their goals and beyond each and every day!
Behaviour TechnicianChristine A., ECE, ABS
Christine has been a Behaviour Technician at Looking Ahead for over 2 years. Previously, she gained work experience as an Early Childhood Educator, Supervisor, and Resource Teacher. Currently, she is working on completing her Bachelor of Behavioural Psychology. Christine serves clients and families in the Sarnia/Lambton area as well as in London. She is bilingual French/English. “I believe that learning is lifelong journey. I am passionate about creating relationships that nurture each persons learning potential!”
Behaviour TechnicianJoan A.
Joan has experience working with children, youth, and adults with developmental disabilities. She has a background in Psychology and Special Education back in the Philippines and has a graduate certificate in Autism & Behavioural Science. Joan believes that if an individual learns slowly and differently, it is still learning. She makes sure that each skill building session is exciting, enjoyable, and fun so learning can take place.
Behaviour TechnicianIffath, BSc., ABS
Iffath is passionate about helping people reach their personal milestones. She has a background in Psychology, Autism, and Behavioural Science as well as Mental Health and Addictions. Iffath looks forward to learning, fostering client relationships, and supporting them and their families in the field of ABA.
Behaviour TechnicianLauren R., BASc, ABS, RECE
Lauren is our Behavioural Analyst Intern who helps facilitate our Adult Group and Social Skills Groups. She completed her undergrad in Child, Youth and Family with a minor in Psychology where she gained knowledge about child and adolescent development. After working in childcare and in school settings as an Early Childhood Educator she went back to school to complete the Autism and Behavioural Sciences program at Fanshawe. She has a passion for ABA and is currently working toward her Masters in Applied Disabilities Studies from Brock University.
Behaviour TechnicianMedina C., BA, ABS
Medina has a passion for disability studies and has worked with a number of children, youth, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She received her Bachelor's of Arts in Disability Studies and Sociology at Western University. She graduated from the Autism & Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate in 2020 and has worked as a Behavioural Technician since. She is currently completing her Master's of Science in Applied Behaviour Analysis from Purdue University.
Behaviour TechnicianAmber D.
Amber graduated from western university with a Bachelor of Arts in Disability Studies, and Childhood and Social Institutions. She then went on to complete the Autism and Behavioural science program in 2020. Amber has a passion for helping individuals develop new skills. Learning is unique for each individual and Amber loves being a part of creating an environment that best supports each clients learning.
Behaviour TechnicianRawan A., RECE
Rawan started her career as an early childhood educator (RECE). Her passion to support individuals with developmental disabilities has led her to get her certificate in Autism and Behavioral Science. Rawan is a loving, caring, compassionate person who strives to explore her clients' hidden gems and make them flourish within their environment. She is looking forward to building authentic relationships with her clients and their families.
Behaviour TechnicianAlexis S.
Lexi is a second-year student at Western University. She is pursuing a double major degree in Health Sciences and Psychology. Her passion for working with children has motivated her to pursue a career in Speech Pathology. In the future, Lexi hopes to work with children and youth with special needs in a treatment or educational setting. Lexi is committed to her clients and their families. She is recognized for teaching through play and creating a fun, safe and engaging learning environment for all her clients.
Behaviour TechnicianAdriana B., M.PEd
Adriana has a background in child and youth studies and is currently completing her Masters in Applied Behaviour Analysis at Western University. She has experience working in group home, school, and home settings with a variety of ages of youth. Adriana is passionate about creating a fun learning environment for her clients.
Behaviour TechnicianStanislav K.
Stanislav is a seasoned professional with over four years of experience in supporting children with special needs. Stanislav holds a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and has successfully completed a verified course sequence in Applied Behavior Analysis. He is proud to be a certified BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst). Stanislav finds immense joy in assisting his clients in achieving their goals and conquering challenges. He takes great pride in celebrating their accomplishments, drawing from his extensive background in this field.
Behaviour TechnicianJordyn M.
My name is Jordyn and I have been working with youth for over 10 years in a variety of settings including classrooms, client homes, and in the community. I have completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience and Mental Health at Carleton University, with the expectancy to begin my Masters in Counselling Psychology in January 2024. I have worked in ABA for a year so far and look forward to working with curious minds, as well as encouraging a safe and fun environment.
Behaviour TechnicianJohn V.
John has been working as an instructor for children and youth with developmental disabilities since July 2021. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Toronto and is currently completing his Master’s in Applied Behaviour Analysis. He is passionate about supporting clients in achieving their goals and fostering a fun learning environment.
Behaviour TechnicianIsraa I.
Israa is a recent psychology graduate from Western University, with a unique research focus on the inclusion of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities in informal education settings. Her passion lies in working with young children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds to support them in reaching their milestones while making therapy sessions enjoyable and engaging, ensuring they have fun while learning new skills.