Promotion Alert 📣 We are thrilled to share that Deanna Barnes has been promoted to Sr. RAS! 🎉 From the moment I met Deanna in the fall of 2023, I knew she was destined to shine in this role. She hasn’t just met expectations, she’s exceeded them! Deanna is incredibly clinically skilled, but what truly sets her apart is her warmth, humor, and ability to connect so naturally with children and families. She has a rare talent for lightening the mood in nerve-wracking situations, making families feel at ease. I’m so proud of Deanna and excited to see how she continues to grow! -Dr. Angie Carrillo, Sr. Director of Evaluation Quality & Training Deanna's promotion is well deserved! She has been a go-getter from the start and jumped right into mastering training for administering the ADOS and tackling additional tasks, including the Parent Stress Index research project. Her fun, calm, and compassionate demeanor puts both kiddos and parents instantly at ease. Not only is she a wonderful clinician, but she is also an amazing teammate and friend. Deanna exemplifies our core value of Team by travelling to assist in other regions and being an active member in our engagement committee to ensure all teammates feel welcomed and supported. Deanna has represented the Assessment Team with excellence in RDU, and I am excited to watch her continue to shine in her new role as a Senior RAS! - Janice Wong, Lead RAS for Houston Shout Out🗣️ to Deanna For her new promotion to Senior RAS!!!! Well Deserved Queen!! You have carried this region on your back and RDU is forever grateful! Shout out Angie and her entire team for providing us with the most updated information on ADOS evaluations and giving us one of the best RAS there is!!!! You're the REAL MVP!!!! -Michelle Ford, CAA for Wake Forest, RDU We can't wait to watch you continue to shine in your new role, Deanna! Way to Grow! #ActionBehaviorCenters #AskMeAboutABC #Promotion #JoinABC #AutismAdvocates #ABA #ABATherapy #AutismResources #AppliedBehaviorAnalysis #AutismSupport #AutismAcceptance #BehaviorAnalysis #BehavioralHealth #CompassionateCare #EarlyIntervention
Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism
Mental Health Care
Austin, Texas 41,956 followers
Helping Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Reach Their Highest Potential
About us
Action Behavior Centers - ABA therapy for Autism is the largest and leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in the country. With more than 350 clinic, home and school programs, ABC serves thousands of pediatric patients. Through our passionate clinical team of more than 1,500 Board Certified Behavior Analysts, clinical psychologists and 10,000 para-professionals (RBTs, and behavior therapists), our community is devoted to improving the lives of children on the spectrum.
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http://www.ActionBehavior.com
External link for Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism
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- Mental Health Care
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- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Austin, Texas
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 2017
- Specialties
- ABA Therapy Austin, Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy, Action Behavior Centers, ABA Therapy, Autism Therapy, BCBA, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism Services, Early Childhood Education, Behavior Technician, Behavioral Health, Autism Services, Special Education, Child Development, Psychology, Research, Mental Health, Parent Education, Developmental Disabilities, ABA Training, Autism Awareness, Careers, Now Hiring, Jobs, Autism Therapy Austin, ABA Therapy Houston, ABA Therapy Dallas, ABA Therapy San Antonio, ABA Therapy Colorado, ABA Therapy Illinois, ABA Therapy Arizona, and ABA Therapy North Carolina
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In our on-demand webinar, former ABC parent Katie G. shares what it meant to step into a place where she didn’t have to explain or justify her son’s needs. Every staff member truly cared, not just for him, but for their entire family. Hear her experience alongside insights from BCBA, Mel Marshal, as they talk about the impact of feeling supported and understood throughout the autism journey. Catch the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/g7JFCTKS #ActionBehaviorCenters #AutismSupport #ABAtherapy #AutismParenting #AutismCommunity #Webinar #ParentingSupport #ASD #ParentResources #ParentingJourney #EarlyIntervention #FamilySupport #AutismAdvocate
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OM Cohort 3 🎉 Please join us in celebrating the incredible teammates who make up Operations Manager Cohort 3! This group is stepping into an important leadership role—supporting their centers and teams with excellence and care. We’re proud to see them take this next step! #ActionBehaviorCenters #AskMeAboutABC #OperationsExcellence #TeamABC #LeadershipInAction #CareerGrowth #AutismSupport #ABACareers
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Our next #AscendingMentee is Airam Soto, Rising Star at our South Arlington center! Airam has been recognized as an Ascending Mentee for fully embracing the Everest program and using every opportunity to grow. She has demonstrated the power of curiosity, persistence, and self-care, making the most of the guidance provided by her mentors. ✨ One Everest Pro Tip from Airam: "Asking questions throughout my experience in the Everest program has allowed me to grow in my current and future role! If I don’t understand a specific task, assessment, or program, I make sure to ask as many questions as possible. The more I knew, the easier things became. Also, remember to look after yourself! Take a mental health day, hang out with friends, and be kind to yourself!" Airam, your curiosity and dedication to learning set a strong example for others on their Everest journey. Keep asking questions, growing, and inspiring those around you! Start your own Everest journey to success today at https://lnkd.in/eKJ5pvnA! Stay tuned for more Everest nominations! #ActionBehaviorCenters #ABCEverest #JoinABC #Mentor #AscendingMentee #GrowthInAction #Everest #RBT #RBTGrowth #ABA #ABACareers #ABATherapy #AppliedBehaviorAnalysis #AutismAdvocates #BCBABA #BCBAGoals #LearningInAction #AskMeAboutABC
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DFW didn’t just promote one… not two… not three… but FOUR of our strongest Senior OMs to Group Operations Managers! We are beyond excited for these incredible leaders to extend their impact across our market, and we can’t wait to see how they continue to elevate our teams. Lisa Dodson (RDO) shares, "These operators are amazing in so many ways, but what I love the most is how they effortlessly go above and beyond to embody the core values and mission of Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism every day🫶🏼 Congrats team! Can’t wait to see what amazing things you do in DFW!" Congratulations to Kelli Simon, Angel Garza, Brittiany Mayes, and Mercedes Corrado! We are so proud of you! #ActionBehaviorCenters #AskMeAboutABC #Promotion #JoinABC #AutismAdvocates #ABA #ABATherapy #AutismResources #AppliedBehaviorAnalysis #AutismSupport #AutismAcceptance #BehaviorAnalysis #BehavioralHealth #CompassionateCare #EarlyIntervention
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Ready to take your leadership to the next level at ABCaba 2025? We’re honored to welcome Dr. John Austin, Ph.D., to this year’s event in the Emerald City. A globally recognized expert in behavioral safety and human performance, Dr. Austin brings decades of experience coaching leaders to create safer, more effective workplaces. After 15 years as a psychology professor at Western Michigan University—where he mentored future leaders in behavior analysis—Dr. Austin founded Reaching Results, a company dedicated to improving safety, leadership, and management across industries. His work blends science with real-world impact, helping organizations build stronger teams and safer environments. Join us as Dr. Austin shares actionable insights on performance, culture, and leading with intention. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/ggRpJQDS. #ActionBehaviorCenters #ABCaba #ABCABA2025 #EmeraldCity #LeadershipInAction #BehavioralSafety #OrganizationalBehaviorManagement #OBM #WorkplaceExcellence #ABAConference #HumanPerformance #Leadership #BehaviorAnalysis #SpreadingRipples
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Join Lise Smith, mom of Love on the Spectrum’s Connor Tomlinson, and Dr. Linda LeBlanc, Executive Director of the Action Institute for Outcomes Research at Action Behavior Centers, as they discuss the challenges of getting a diagnosis, the importance of trusting your instincts, and why early intervention matters. 🎥 Listen on demand: https://lnkd.in/gMHhAmhq #ActionBehaviorCenters #AutismParenting #AutismSupport #ParentingJourney #Neurodiversity #AutismAwareness #ASD #AutismSpectrumDisorder #EarlyIntervention #ParentAdvocacy #Webinar #LoveOnTheSpectrum
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San Antonio Action Week is in full swing, and we’re thrilled to share highlights from our annual Leadership Dinner! What an inspiring evening celebrating growth, resilience, and the heartbeat of ABC! We proudly recognized teammates who embody our core values and drive impact across the region: Kimberly Pimental & Shawndra Janne – Exemplifying the Core Value of Excellence Danielle Romo – Championing the Core Value of Team Monica Hernandez – Embracing the Core Value of Learning, and congratulations on her well-deserved promotion to Clinical Director! Melanie Brookshire – Stepping boldly into her new role as Group Clinical Director The evening featured an insightful CEU presentation by our Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Charna Mintz: "Overflowing Your Cup: Lessons from a Career Well Lived" Dr. Mintz shared powerful wisdom on fostering fulfillment and leading with compassion, reminding us that true leadership flows from a full and abundant heart. Here’s to a night of reflection, recognition, and renewed purpose. San Antonio, your passion and dedication shine bright! 💙 #ActionBehaviorCenters #ActionWeek #TeamAction #CEU #ABCLeaders #SanAntonioActionWeek #LeadershipDinner #OverflowYourCup #ClinicalExcellence #Teamwork #ABACareers #CoreValuesInAction
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Who’s ready to grow, learn, and lead with us at ABCaba 2025? We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Jonathan Tarbox, Ph.D., BCBA-D, to this year’s conference in the Emerald City. As Co-Founder and Program Director of the ABA Master’s Program at USC and Director of Research at FirstSteps for Kids, Dr. Tarbox has shaped the future of behavior analysis through education, research, and advocacy. With more than 90 peer-reviewed publications, five books, and leadership roles across the ABA field—including as Editor-in-Chief of Behavior Analysis in Practice—his work is grounded in advancing compassionate care, ACT, and equitable practices. His personal connection to the neurodivergent community deepens his commitment to meaningful, individualized outcomes for all. Join us as Dr. Tarbox shares his insights on clinical excellence, allyship, and driving real change in the lives of autistic individuals. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/ggRpJQDS. #ActionBehaviorCenters #ABCaba #ABCABA2025 #EmeraldCity #LeadershipInAction #AppliedBehaviorAnalysis #ABATherapy #ClinicalExcellence #DiversityInABA #ACT #BehaviorAnalysis #SpreadingRipples #AutismSupport #BCBA #CompassionateCare
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Promotion Alert! We’re thrilled to announce Erica Rackers’ promotion to Clinical Director! 🎉 Erica joined ABC as a BCBA in May 2022, and since then, she’s made a meaningful impact through her steady growth and commitment to those around her. This new role is a well-earned step forward, and we can’t wait to see all she’ll continue to accomplish. She shares, "Clinical Director 🥲🥹🥳 I couldn’t have made it to this point without all the supportive teammates and role models I’ve met throughout my 3 years at ABC. Always thankful to work for a company that prioritizes growth and so excited for this new challenge!" Congratulations, Erica! 👏
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