The Creative Crew

a team built on

Growth, collaboration, & passion

Founded and run by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), our leadership team strives to provide the highest level of support to children and their families with a team that meets the highest qualifications. Our crew is made up of Registered Behavior Technicians, who have previous experience working with neuro-diverse clients. Just like we ask children and parents to do, each team member models a growth mindset and passion for learning.

We’re proud of our low turnover rate and believe that speaks to the collaborative, fun environment that we’ve cultivated.

Creative Therapy Solution uses a client-centered approach to collaborate and develop programming that aligns with your personal values and is informed by cutting-edge behavioral research.

Meet the Crew

Leadership

Cristina Carlson

Meet Cristina

In her 25 year career, Cristina has worked with clients across the spectrum ages 1-22. Her passion and commitment for helping neurodivergent children and their families started when she completed her Bachelor’s in Special Education and Master’s in Low Incidence Special Education from Northern Arizona University. After spending time in the field as a special education teacher, Cristina transitioned to private practice in hopes of making a greater impact and providing the support children and families desperately need. She believes in the power of constantly learning and improving. That is why she continues her education and training throughout her career. She earned a graduate certificate in Positive Behavior Support and Autism, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), completed Division TEACCH training, as well as Level I clinical training in Social Thinking.

Alexis Bailey

Meet Alexis

Alexis has over 14 years of experience in the field of ABA as a Direct Care Provider, Registered Behavior Technician, Field Trainer, and Operations Director prior to joining the Creative Crew at Creative Therapy Solution. She studied Liberal Studies with a minor in Special Education at Sacramento State while gaining her Registered Behavior Technician Certification in Northern California. Alexis made the move to the administration side in 2017 and is responsible for helping Creative Therapy Solution grow by creating relationships with families and professionals, as well as making sure the day-to-day operations are running smoothly. She oversees process development, billing, scheduling, and business management tasks to ensure clients and clinicians are taken care of and supported administratively. When making the transition to CTS, Alexis was asked, “Why CTS?” She eagerly responded with, “At Creative Therapy Solution, I am able to work alongside creative and like-minded professionals who hold true to the company values of Fun, Growth, Acceptance, and Inclusion. With this, I know we will ensure everyone will be seen and heard.”

Admin

Lexy Sico

Meet Lexy

Lexy has over 5 years in the medical field, 2 of those years in the ABA field. She oversees and schedules therapy sessions for our valued families and staff. This encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, such as managing scheduling for clients, therapists, and our staff on a day to day basis. Additionally, Lexy facilitates the intake and onboarding process for both clients and staff members, ensuring a smooth transition into our environment. Her mission is to ensure all families and staff have a creative and fun onboarding experience.

Sara Brown

Meet Sara

Sara is a seasoned professional in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with over 13 years of experience as a technician and 7 years as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Her extensive expertise encompasses autism spectrum disorders, early childhood education, and play-based therapy, reflecting her deep commitment to equality and inclusion for all individuals. Before joining Creative Therapy Solutions, Sara honed her skills in various roles, including Lead RBT, Early Childhood Educator, and Training Coordinator for Technicians. These positions provided her with a broad perspective on behavior management, the ethics code for RBTs, and the nuances of compassionate ABA practices. Sara’s passion for training technicians’ shines through her work, where she focuses on behavior management, ethical practices, and child-led learning. Her unique insight as a mother of two children on the autism spectrum enriches her training approach, offering a valuable parent’s perspective to her sessions. At Creative Therapy Solution, Sara is dedicated to ensuring that technicians receive comprehensive training, support, and guidance. Her goal is to foster an environment where everyone feels heard and supported, empowering her team to deliver the highest quality services to our clients. Sara is thrilled to be at Creative Therapy Solution, where the dedication to investing time and energy in both employees and clients is evident in the exceptional services they provide.

Board
Certified Behavior Analyst

(BCBA)

Derek Lopez

Meet Derek

Years in the industry: 11
Certified PEERS Provider
Passion: I love seeing individuals make progress towards their goals and values. I also love teaching people in a way that works for them. CTS has been a great fit for me because they promote a spirit of growth among staff and clients and encourage collaboration with parents, clients, and other team members.
Interests: I enjoy listening to and playing music. I also love spending time with my wife and children.

Kendall Brundrett

Meet Kendall

Registered Behavior Technicians

(RBT)

Michael Prato

Cass Bunjovac

Chris Ramirez

Juliana Bravo

Carmen Borso

Our Values

These values are the heart of what we do and who we are as a team. They help us reach our goal of supporting children to see and expand their own abilities.

Inclusion

Respect everyone’s voice as we work toward a shared future.

Growth

Important things are hard; hard things are important

Accountability

Show up, Lean in, Own it

Joy

Bring joy to what you do everyday.

Are you ready to do valuable work with fun people?

We want to hear from you!

We’re looking for Registered Behavior Technicians and Board Certified Behavior Analysts who share our vision of building a more inclusive world for children of all abilities! Does that sound like you? Let us know.

Available Positions

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

More details

Requirements

6 months working with children
Complete a fingerprint clearance card.
Complete a 40-hour training program (conducted by a BACB certificant) based on the RBT Task List.
Pass the RBT Competency Assessment
Reliable transportation (proof of valid driver’s license and auto insurance required)
Must be able to travel to multiple work sites, including offices, homes, schools, and other locations in the community.
Must be able to lift, push and pull a minimum of 35 pounds.
The position requires physically prompting clients and requires the ability to move quickly from one location to another to support the client and staff. In addition, transitioning from a seated position on the floor to standing, squatting, kneeling, twisting, bending, and reaching.
All employees are expected to follow all safety rules and policies.
Pass a criminal background check.

Roles and Responsibilities

Direct implementation of skill acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the supervisor.
Accurately completes all required documentation and data collection daily.
Complete online billing accordingly to the insurance codes authorized and submit in the specified timeframe.
Meets regularly with Supervisor and participates in consultations in-person with client and BCBA.
Attend introductory and ongoing training.
Communicates in a professional, confidential, and respectful manner with clients, parents, behavior analysts, and other members of the community.

Benefits

BCBA Owned Company
Fun and creative work environment
Competitive pay (based on experience)
Company issued iPad
Medical/dental health benefits for full-time employees
Variety of service environments (school, home, social groups, clinic and community settings)
Online practice management and data collection systems
Career advancement opportunities in a growing company

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)