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14623 FM 849, Lindale, TX 75771
Tel: 903-636-7994
Our Team
Meet the BCBAs
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.
Kelly Bivens, BCBA
Clinical Director
Kelly Bivens graduated with a Master's degree in Special Education through the Educational Psychology program from the University of Houston in 2004. She was a certified teacher in the state of Texas, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and licensed Behavior Analyst in the State of Texas. Kelly began her career in the field working in various in-home ABA programs under the supervision of several nationally and locally recognized Behavior Analysts for 6 years before becoming a certified teacher. She taught in the elementary setting in self-contained and inclusion settings for 3 years.
In June 2004, she was recruited to serve as a supervising Behavior Analyst in the one of the first day treatment programs in the Houston area at Texana Center, and aided in the growth of that program from 2 to 50 participants. As the number of Behavior Analysts grew, she served as the Lead Behavior Analyst until 2011. In this role, she not only served individuals with autism and their families- she also trained and supervised professional and technical staff members and developed a fully integrated mock preschool program. Kelly then delved into private practice and provided consultation services for in-home programs and agencies for people with disabilities ranging from age 2 to adulthood. She developed the framework for and served as Clinical Director in notable clinical programs that focused on innovative treatment programs maximized through insurance and various grant services. Currently, she serves as a Co-founder and Clinical Service Director of The Grove ABA.
In June 2004, she was recruited to serve as a supervising Behavior Analyst in the one of the first day treatment programs in the Houston area at Texana Center, and aided in the growth of that program from 2 to 50 participants. As the number of Behavior Analysts grew, she served as the Lead Behavior Analyst until 2011. In this role, she not only served individuals with autism and their families- she also trained and supervised professional and technical staff members and developed a fully integrated mock preschool program. Kelly then delved into private practice and provided consultation services for in-home programs and agencies for people with disabilities ranging from age 2 to adulthood. She developed the framework for and served as Clinical Director in notable clinical programs that focused on innovative treatment programs maximized through insurance and various grant services. Currently, she serves as a Co-founder and Clinical Service Director of The Grove ABA.
Katie Rhedin, BCBA
Clinical Director
Katherine (Katie) Rhedin has a passion for working with individuals with special needs. A BCBA for over 6 years, she has a wealth of experience working with youth through adults and across abilities. She received her masters in applied behavior science from Ball State University and an undergraduate degree from the University of Southern California in Industrial and Systems Engineering.
Before discovering the world of ABA, Katie was the coordinator for a recreation based adult day program in the suburbs of Chicago and a Special Olympics coach. Katie loves spending her time outside of work with her husband and two young daughters and traveling, domestic and abroad, but especially visiting the Disney Parks.
Before discovering the world of ABA, Katie was the coordinator for a recreation based adult day program in the suburbs of Chicago and a Special Olympics coach. Katie loves spending her time outside of work with her husband and two young daughters and traveling, domestic and abroad, but especially visiting the Disney Parks.
Kassie Smith, BCBA
Kassie received her bachelor's degree in Psychology at Texas A&M University Commerce and received her Masters degree in Special Education with an emphasis in Intervention Specialist at the University of Northern Colorado. She earned her BCBA certification in April of 2021. Before becoming a BCBA, Kassie was a registered behavior technician (RBT) in both in-home and clinical settings and an Elementary Special Education teacher. Kassie’s heart and passion for people was ignited when her cousin was diagnosed with Autism. Her connection to the ASD community has facilitated her desire to work in the field of ABA. Outside of work, Kassie and her husband are the youth leaders at the church they attend. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, traveling, and spending time outdoors. She is thankful that God has blessed her with the opportunity to work in an environment that allows her to pursue her passion of helping individuals and their families reach their goals.
Meet the RBTs
Registered Behavior Technicians carry out the individualized programs, on a day-to-day bases.
Blakely Medford
Clinic manager, RBT, Lead, QBS instructor
Blakely is from Mineola, 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 children 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 Mineola, 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 children 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.
Rhonda Myers
Clinic supervisor, RBT, Lead
Rhonda is from Decatur, Texas and has a Masters in clinical psychology from University of Texas, working towards her BCBA. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2018. Rhonda is a fur-mama to 1 cats. She enjoys watching movies and attending concerts with family and friends.
Rhonda is from Decatur, Texas and has a Masters in clinical psychology from University of Texas, working towards her BCBA. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2018. Rhonda is a fur-mama to 1 cats. She enjoys watching movies and attending concerts with family and friends.
Naomi Graham
Clinic supervisor, RBT, Lead
Naomi is from Quitman, Texas and has a masters in clinical psychology from Southwestern Assemblies of God University, working towards her BCBA. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2019. Naomi enjoys listening to music, baking, and visiting family in Norway.
Naomi is from Quitman, Texas and has a masters in clinical psychology from Southwestern Assemblies of God University, working towards her BCBA. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2019. Naomi enjoys listening to music, baking, and visiting family in Norway.
Bridget Beard
RBT, Lead, Trainer
Bridget is from Tyler, Texas (but born in Germany), and has a associates in photography/graphic design from Tyler Junior College. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2020. Bridget enjoys completing puzzle, reading and hanging out with friends and family.
Bridget is from Tyler, Texas (but born in Germany), and has a associates in photography/graphic design from Tyler Junior College. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2020. Bridget enjoys completing puzzle, reading and hanging out with friends and family.
Alexandra Adan
RBT, Trainer
Alex is from Palestine, Texas and has a bachelors in psychology from University of Texas, working towards her masters in clinical psychology. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2021. Alex is a fur-mama to a cat named Lila. She enjoys hanging out with her friends, working out and shopping.
Alex is from Palestine, Texas and has a bachelors in psychology from University of Texas, working towards her masters in clinical psychology. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2021. Alex is a fur-mama to a cat named Lila. She enjoys hanging out with her friends, working out and shopping.
Allyshia Wallace
RBT
Allyshia is from Gautier, Mississippi and has a associates in criminal justice. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2021. Allyshia loves elephants and, enjoys scrapbooking and listening to music.
Allyshia is from Gautier, Mississippi and has a associates in criminal justice. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2021. Allyshia loves elephants and, enjoys scrapbooking and listening to music.
Brittany Gideon
RBT, Trainer
Brittany is from Tyler, Texas and is a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) from Tyler Junior College. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2021. Brittany enjoys spending time with her husband and kids while drinking coffee.
Brittany is from Tyler, Texas and is a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) from Tyler Junior College. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2021. Brittany enjoys spending time with her husband and kids while drinking coffee.
LaToya Bush
RBT
LaToya is from Denton, Texas and has worked with Lone Star Day Program and individuals with autism since 2020. LaToya enjoys spending riding her bike and relaxing with her friends in the Corvette Clbe.
LaToya is from Denton, Texas and has worked with Lone Star Day Program and individuals with autism since 2020. LaToya enjoys spending riding her bike and relaxing with her friends in the Corvette Clbe.
Elizabeth Burgess
RBT
Lizzie is from Stockton, California and has a bachelors in psychology from Grand Canyon University. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2022. Lizzie is a fur-mama to a cat and a dog. She enjoys hiking and camping with friends.
Lizzie is from Stockton, California and has a bachelors in psychology from Grand Canyon University. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2022. Lizzie is a fur-mama to a cat and a dog. She enjoys hiking and camping with friends.
Molly Tanner
RBT
Molly is from Quitman, Texas and has a bachelors in kinesiology from University of Texas. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2020. Molly is a fur-mama to a golden-doodle named Buster. She enjoys working out and fishing with her friends.
Molly is from Quitman, Texas and has a bachelors in kinesiology from University of Texas. She has worked with Lone Star Day Program, and children with autism, since 2020. Molly is a fur-mama to a golden-doodle named Buster. She enjoys working out and fishing with her friends.
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