Maria (Ali) Castro, CBT, RBTBehavior Technician From her childhood spent volunteering at church to her college years devoted to organizations supporting children with special needs and terminal illnesses, Ali has always been driven by compassion and a desire to make a difference. After relocating to Washington from the Philippines, she discovered a passion for ABA,…
Wren Heinrich, CBTBehavior Technician Wren, originally from Washington state but raised in Arizona, has been a behavior technician for a year. Currently pursuing her associate’s degree in psychology, she balances her time between work and studies. In her free time, Wren finds joy in activities such as going to the gym, spending quality time with…
Anahi Martinez, CBTBehavior Technician Anahi is a cheerful and compassionate individual currently exploring her career path opportunities. Following her graduation in 2020, she pursued further education in teaching while working in a supportive role. Discovering a passion for assisting others, she happily transitioned into a career that aligned with her interests, becoming a Certified Behavior…
Minh Nguyen, CBTBehavior Technician Originally from Can Tho, Vietnam, Minh developed and pursued her passion for education, earning a bachelor’s degree in English teaching. In 2023, she moved to Renton, WA, to be with her family. Minh’s dedication to teaching has remained steadfast through her relocation. Actively engaging in volunteer work, she spends her time…
Alexis Tellez, CBTBehavior Technician Alexis embarked on her Applied Behavior Analysis journey as a dedicated Registered Behavior Technician in the picturesque city of Flagstaff, Arizona, where she honed her skills over the past two years. In February 2024, she made the decision to relocate to Puyallup, Washington, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter…
Victoria Lim, CBTBehavior Technician Victoria earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia, Canada, in 2012. In 2015, she furthered her education by obtaining a diploma in Early Childhood Education. Over the past 8 years, Victoria has contributed significantly to the early childhood development field in various roles, including daycare teacher,…
Angelica Cortes, CBTBehavior Technician Angelica, originally from California, made Washington State her home in 2015 during her sophomore year of high school. After graduating, she embarked on her career journey as an Assistant Teacher for 2-year-olds at Childhaven—a Therapeutic Child Care program catering to children who have faced trauma, abuse, and neglect. Initially pursuing an…
Ben Falk, CBTBehavior Technician Ben, a Tacoma native, earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Integrative Health and Wellness from the University of Portland. With a diverse healthcare background, including roles as an EMT in Seattle and a Medical Assistant at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, he now contributes his skills to Northwest ABA. Passionate about kids, Ben…
Arielle Houle, CBT, RBTBehavior Technician Arielle graduated from Western Washington University in 2022 with her Bachelor in Psychology and Bachelor in Creative Writing. She is passionate about helping others achieve a happier and more fulfilling life. Arielle began working in ABA after graduation and has enjoyed making a substantial difference in the lives of the…
Karson Humiston, CBTBehavior Technician Karson graduated with a bachelor’s in Psychology from Eastern Washington University in 2023. She is passionate about helping children meet their fullest potential and abilities. Karson has experience working as a para educator with youth of various ages, abilities, and behavioral support needs. They are excited to be a behavior technician at Northwest ABA…