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Our Team
Meet the BCBA's and BCaBA's
Board Certified Behavior Analysis create individualized treatment plans to learn new skills and behavior reduction plans.
BCBAs complete ongoing training for all technicians, as well as parent/caregiver training.

Dr. Houck, BCBA-D & Clinical Director
Bethjoy received her Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University in 2008, her
Master’s degree in Autism and Developmental Disabilities from the University Texas at Austin in 2009
and her Ph.D. from the University of North Texas (UNT) in Health Services Research with a concentration
in Behavior Analysis in 2023. In 2022, Bethjoy was awarded the Society for the Advancement of Behavior
Analysis Innovative Student Dissertation Grant, which provided support for her dissertation, An
Evaluation of the Effects of Trauma-Related Stimuli on Behavior During Preference Assessments and
Functional Analysis with People with Intellectual Disabilities. Prior to starting her doctoral program at
UNT, Bethjoy worked for 10 years as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst in schools, home-programs,
center-based services and group homes. She currently works as the clinical director for the Behavior
Analysis Resource Center (BARC). BARC is a service-learning project directed by Joseph Dracobly Ph.D.
BCBA-D. BARC is a service-learning project that exists to 1) conduct evidence-based assessments and
develop individualized treatments to reduce problem behavior for people with intellectual disabilities
(ID), 2) provide focused treatment for people to develop skills needed to access medical and dental care,
3) conduct research on effective and compassionate assessment and treatment approaches for problem
behavior that focus on expanding the individual’s access to resources to improve quality of life, and 4)
provide training to behavior analysts and students in behavior analysis on how to effectively deliver
services to people with ID and severe problem behavior across a variety of settings. BARC currently
operates across multiple sites including the Kristin Farmer Autism Center and Lonestar Day Treatment
Program.
Master’s degree in Autism and Developmental Disabilities from the University Texas at Austin in 2009
and her Ph.D. from the University of North Texas (UNT) in Health Services Research with a concentration
in Behavior Analysis in 2023. In 2022, Bethjoy was awarded the Society for the Advancement of Behavior
Analysis Innovative Student Dissertation Grant, which provided support for her dissertation, An
Evaluation of the Effects of Trauma-Related Stimuli on Behavior During Preference Assessments and
Functional Analysis with People with Intellectual Disabilities. Prior to starting her doctoral program at
UNT, Bethjoy worked for 10 years as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst in schools, home-programs,
center-based services and group homes. She currently works as the clinical director for the Behavior
Analysis Resource Center (BARC). BARC is a service-learning project directed by Joseph Dracobly Ph.D.
BCBA-D. BARC is a service-learning project that exists to 1) conduct evidence-based assessments and
develop individualized treatments to reduce problem behavior for people with intellectual disabilities
(ID), 2) provide focused treatment for people to develop skills needed to access medical and dental care,
3) conduct research on effective and compassionate assessment and treatment approaches for problem
behavior that focus on expanding the individual’s access to resources to improve quality of life, and 4)
provide training to behavior analysts and students in behavior analysis on how to effectively deliver
services to people with ID and severe problem behavior across a variety of settings. BARC currently
operates across multiple sites including the Kristin Farmer Autism Center and Lonestar Day Treatment
Program.

Blakely Cunningham, BCBA & Clinic Manager
Clinic manager, BCaBA, QBS instructor
Blakely is from Whitehouse, Texas and has a bachelors in applied behavior analysis from Ball State University, working towards her BCBA. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and individuals with autism, since 2015. Blakely is a fur-mama to 2 cats and a dog. She enjoys crafting and playing games with family and friends.
Blakely is from Whitehouse, Texas and has a bachelors in applied behavior analysis from Ball State University, working towards her BCBA. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and individuals with autism, since 2015. Blakely is a fur-mama to 2 cats and a dog. She enjoys crafting and playing games with family and friends.

Yu-Chen "Jenny" Lin, BCBA
Jenny is from Taiwan. She has 7 years of special education experience and 4 years of ABA experience. She got her Masters of Science in Behavior Analysis at UNT and is now a BCBA. Jenny loves cats and finding the best Asian cuisine in the DFW area.

Po-Kai "Kai" Huang, BCBA
Kai is from Taiwan. He has 4 years of experience in the ABA field and 8 years of experience in special education. He got his Master of Science in Behavior Analysis at UNT and is now a BCBA. Kai has a love for sneakers and watching sports.

Lauren Plewes, BCBA
Lauren is a new BCBA from Denton, Tx. She received her Masters of Science in Behavior Analysis at UNT. She was an RBT for 4 years before becoming a BCBA in June 2025. In her free time, she loves to read, ride horses and hang out with her dog.
Meet the RBT's and BT's
Registered Behavior Technicians carry out the individualized programs, on a day-to-day bases.

Latoya Bush, RBT 3
Latoya has 15 years of caregiving and 3 years in the field of autism. Latoya is currently attending TJC to work towards a bachelors in special education. In Latoya's spare time, she enjoys spending time with her pet bird, friends and family.

Emily Franklin, RBT
Emily is from Florida and a dog mom of two. Since she has a brother with special needs, she felt a strong calling to this profession. She is currently going to TJC to start on her journey to becoming a BCBA. Emily loves taking naps, shopping at Walmart and watching The Office.

Elizabeth Terry, RBT
Liz has her associates in English and Psychology from Paris Junior College. She enjoys reading in her free time.

Mia Backer, RBT
Mia is currently in the honors program at UT Tyler with aspirations to become a BCBA. In her free time, she loves to hangout with her family, friends and cat.

Kinsley Davis, RBT

John Jones, RBT
John is a Navy veteran and a father of 4. His nephew being diagnosed with ASD sparked his interest in ABA. He has a masters in ABA. He also has a background in counseling, case managing and NHA-CIT in Behavioral Units. His hobbies include long distance running and education.

Jennifer Autrey, RBT

Breana Short, RBT
Bre is originally from Louisiana and is in her last year of college. Growing up, her grandma was a special education and she would help out. She enjoys reading, walking and being outside in her free time.

Kolbie Sanders, RBT
Meet the Management & Administration

Kimberly Butler
Kim is our owner, director and RN. She is a wife, mother and grandmother. Her background is in medical field. She has been in the ABA field since 2002. She opened her first business in 2009. She is a woman of God and loves to guide others towards Christ. She loves spending time with her family and friends. She is passionate about ABA and helping others. She has changed the lives of many in the best possibly way and strives to make a difference.

Lacy Butler
Lacy is our Med Assist and Payroll Specialist. She is a mother of 4. She has been in the ABA field since 2010. She loves to go to sporting events, walking in the park, and just being outdoors with her children.

Jocelyne Morales
Jocelyne is our Accounting Assistant II and HR Representative. She is a wife and mother. Jocelyne joined the ABA field early this year and is really excited to be learning and working with a company with such a loving heart. Her background is in Business Administration with Bookkeeping Certification. She loves Jesus, nature, being outdoors and enjoying time with her family. Jocelyne's long term goal is to learn and grow within the company to be able to serve others.

Emilee Barnes,
Clinical Assistant
Emilee is a dog mom from Tyler, TX. She enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her niece and nephews in her free time.

Amber Payer, Clinical Assistant
Amber is a wife and a mom of 5. She was a police dispatcher for 8 years before coming to LSDP. She loves to read and dance in her free time.

Morgan Kissinger, Billing Specialist
Morgan has her bachelors in Psychology from UNT Dallas. She was an RBT for 2 and a half years and enjoys spending time with her 2 kids.
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